Ahmed Issawy
Multimedia Producer at The National News- Claim this Profile
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Arabic Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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Experience
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The National News
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United Arab Emirates
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Newspaper Publishing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Multimedia Producer
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Feb 2023 - Present
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Freelance
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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Video Producer
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Aug 2018 - Present
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DCTV - Public Access Corporation of the District of Columbia
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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Content Producer
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Oct 2021 - Feb 2023
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Cache Consulting
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Media Consultant
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Nov 2020 - Oct 2021
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Vietnam Television
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Vietnam
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Content Producer
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Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
• Wrote scripts and produced two 10-minute weekly segments and one monthly 30-minute show. • Led brainstorming sessions, presented production ideas, and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery. • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through all stages to completion. • Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and changing designs. • Wrote scripts and produced two 10-minute weekly segments and one monthly 30-minute show. • Led brainstorming sessions, presented production ideas, and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery. • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through all stages to completion. • Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and changing designs.
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Media Republic
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Egypt
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Video
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Feb 2016 - Oct 2016
• Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs, which led to a 3% surplus. • Applied customer needs and wants into broadcast-ready material. • Conducted in-house meetings, covering funding, production, and profits. • Led production and brainstorming sessions. • Helped implement social media plan to fit each project. • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery. • Developed project budgets and managed production costs. Show less
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Al Aqariya Real Estate TV
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Media Production
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Senior Producer
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Jan 2015 - Jun 2016
• Constructed two daily newscasts and organized rundowns. • Guided producers and engineers in best story development practices and sound design concepts to encourage innovation in production technique. • Produced over 100 packages and investigative pieces. • Researched and kept up to date with international events in order to analyze their impact on the region. • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures. • Worked on stories in studio and on location. • Conducted over 50 live and taped interviews with cabinet members, ambassadors, government officials, and celebrities. • Covered live political and economic events. • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories. • Helped shape narrative on key issues through effective storytelling and knowledge of public opinion. Show less
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Future University in Egypt
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Egypt
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Lecturer
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Sep 2014 - Jun 2015
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning. • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives. • Administered exams for students to test comprehension and measure progress, averaging 93% success. • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning. • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives. • Administered exams for students to test comprehension and measure progress, averaging 93% success.
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Nile Television Network - NTN
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Egypt
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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1 - 100 Employee
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News Anchor/Reporter
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2013 - 2014
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The American University in Cairo
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Egypt
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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News producer
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Nov 2009 - Jun 2013
• Approved and organized two rundowns weekly. • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members. • Edited videos and recorded newscasts. • Interacted with crew members to oversee technical elements, including lighting, graphics, audio, and camera movements. • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls. • Approved and organized two rundowns weekly. • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members. • Edited videos and recorded newscasts. • Interacted with crew members to oversee technical elements, including lighting, graphics, audio, and camera movements. • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls.
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Education
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University of Westminster
Master of Arts - MA, Broadcast Journalism -
The American University in Cairo
Bachelor's Degree, Mass Communications (Multimedia Journalism) -
Columbia University in the City of New York
Seminar, Near and Middle Eastern Studies -
University of California, Los Angeles
Study Abroad Seminar, Filmmaking