概要

Dynamic and results-driven Corporate Communications Specialist, Content Strategist, and Event Host with over 13 years of experience across media, publishing, Islamic finance, and corporate sectors. Known for crafting compelling narratives, driving brand engagement, and leading high-impact global events. A seasoned Content Editor with deep expertise in SEO, digital publishing, editorial direction, and inbound marketing. Proven success in managing high-profile publications, localizing brand tone, and executing content strategies that align with business goals. Adept at working cross-functionally with senior leadership, managing stakeholder relationships, and producing thought leadership content that elevates brand visibility. Passionate about excellence, detail-oriented, and experienced in shaping content that informs, engages, and inspires.

项目

The Dark Rain
Tales of Love

工作经历

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HEAD, RESEARCH AND PARTNERSHIPS
Cambridge IFA
Jan 2023 - 代表 | Islamabad, Pakistan

· Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for research initiatives and partnerships to align with organisational goals.
· Proficient in crafting compelling proposals to secure funding for partnerships.
· Conduct ongoing analysis of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform research priorities and potential partnership opportunities.
· Identify and pursue opportunities for strategic alliances, joint ventures, and academic collaborations to expand the organisation’s influence and reach.
· Represent the organisation at global conferences, forums, and industry events to enhance visibility and thought leadership.
· Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term sustainability.

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SENIOR CONTENT COORDINATOR & FREELANCE WRITER
Dawn Media Group
Jul 2023 - Jan 2025 | Karachi, Pakistan

· Skilled in transcribing audio to written text with attention to detail and adherence to formatting. Experienced with transcription software, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
· Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the development of mock-ups, email campaigns, and social media content, expanding marketing channels.
· Verify factual correctness of information, meticulously checking dates, statistics, and other details to uphold credibility.
· Assist in developing and updating editorial style guide, reflecting evolving standards and best practices.
· Improved overall document quality and effectiveness by identifying and correcting errors in grammar, punctuation, and syntax.

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EDITOR AND CONTENT MANAGER
Edbiz-Cambridge Group of Companies
May 2019 - Dec 2023 | Islamabad, Pakistan

· Oversaw and analysed content and conceptualised design for magazines and supplements. Marketed events and training programmes through social media platforms to support growth.
· Review and edit content meticulously for grammar, punctuation, spelling, style, and readability, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
· Coordinate seamlessly with design and content teams to ensure harmonious integration of visuals and text, and managed temporary editors for language-specific content (e.g., Urdu, Bahasa/Melayu & Arabic).
· Actively participate in content planning meetings, offering valuable insights and perspectives from an editorial standpoint.

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Translator
Private Clients
Jan 2018 - Jan 2022 | Islamabad, Pakistan

Translating documents (personal & professional) from Urdu to English and vice versa
Checking documents for spellings, grammar and punctuation errors under tight deadlines

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Freelance Writer, Editor and Proofreader
Freelance
Mar 2018 - Mar 2021 | Islamabad, Pakistan

 Creating high quality content for articles, as per requirements
 Editing and/or Proofreading documents for errors and inconsistencies

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Remedial Specialist, Resource Developer, and Urdu Teacher
Education Consultant (Private)
Mar 2018 - Mar 2020 | Islamabad, Pakistan


Teaching Urdu to students with diverse learning needs
Giving remedial support to students struggling with academics
Developing Urdu content
Creating an interactive and individualized curriculum

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Teacher and Remedial Specialist
Headstart School Kuri Campus
Jan 2015 - Mar 2018 | Islamabad, Pakistan

 Teaching English to Grade 3 and assisting Grade 1 homeroom teacher
 Giving remedial support to students struggling with academics
 Teaching Urdu and English in IB PYP (Early Years to Grade 5)
 Developing Urdu content
 Creating an interactive curriculum
 Handling the library resources

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Intern Marketing
The Venn Diagram Co.
Aug 2017 - Sep 2017 | Islamabad, Pakistan

Branding, Promotion, Content Writing

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Intern
CavePrint
Mar 2015 - Dec 2015 | Islamabad, Pakistan

 Researching for news, editing press releases, searching for sources, uploading news on a daily basis

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Production Associate
Express News
Jul 2013 - Sep 2013 | Karachi, Pakistan

 Researching for stories, working on scripts, overlooking the budget and scheduling for the Re-enactment Crime Show in Programming Department.

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Production Intern
SAMAA TV
Jun 2012 - Sep 2012 | Karachi, Pakistan

In Programming Department for the Program “Tafteesh”
 Researching for upcoming programs, lining up interviews, shoots for the documentaries, overlooking the script and the edit

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Freelance Writer
Writers Sphere
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012 | Karachi, Pakistan

 Writing articles for International Clients using APA and Harvard Referencing style

学历

Headstart School Kuri Campus
证书, ‎
Completed
2018
Michigan State University
证书, Online Script Writing Course‎
Script Writing
Completed
2017
Bahria University
学士, 理工学士, Bachelors(hons) in Media Studies and Journalism‎
Media Studies and Journalism, Television Production
CGPA 3.8/4
2013
St.Patricks Girls High School
大学入学/0级, 等级O, O' Levels‎
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
等级 A
2007

技能

中级 Adobe Premiere Pro
初学者 Business Development Strategies
熟练 Composition Knowledge
熟练 Creative Writing
中级 Digital Copy Writing
熟练 Fluent in English
中级 Formatting
熟练 Grammar Command
熟练 Handling Assignments
熟练 In Page Desig
初学者 Marketing Email Writing
熟练 Proofreading
中级 Social Media Analyticals
熟练 Social Media Hand lining

语言

熟练 乌尔都语
熟练 英语

Tabinda 联系人

Farwa Maqsood
Qbatch