Eana Melki
Boston,MA
Summary
Motivated and leadership-oriented student at Emerson College, majoring in film production and minoring in political communications with a pre-law track. A firm believer in storytelling and its power in advocating for social justice; from producing documentaries to founding student associations that elevate the voices of immigrant artists and journalists. Strong skills in written communication, digital media, and public speaking. Trilingual speaker and tri-sport athlete.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Journalist's Association
Arab Middle Eastern Journalist's Association
Boston, MA
11.2024 - Current
- Manage the establishment and organization of the Emerson chapter of an international professional association dedicated to supporting Arab and Middle Eastern journalists.
Executive Board Member of Student Organization
Boston Arab Student's Society
Boston, MA
09.2024 - Current
- Member of board responsible for building a social and professional network for Arab undergraduates in Greater Boston.
- Manage event planning, member recruitment, and outreach to professional mentors and organizations.
Sports Media Manager
International College Athletic Department
Beirut, Lebanon
10.2022 - 05.2025
- Managed social media marketing of varsity games and athletic events
- Assisted with photography and social media coverage of local and international sports conferences
Public Speaking and Speech Writing Instructor
TEDx
Beirut, Lebanon
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Guided students in writing and rehearsing talks in preparation for the annual TEDx International College event.
- Assisted with social media marketing for the event and student speakers.
Journalism Intern
Salzburg Academy on Media and Global Change
Salzburg, Austria
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the organization and planning of daily events and seminars.
- Managed media coverage through photography, website design, and graphic design.
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Photography and videography
- Interpersonal communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Networking
- Digital marketing
- Content creation
- Cross-functional team leadership
Creative Experience
- Director, Editor - Beyond the Sentence, 2024, Short documentary
- Director, Editor - We Keep Us Safe, 2024, Short documentary
- 2nd Assistant Camera, Production Designer - Prongs, 2024, Capstone Film
- 3rd Assistant Camera - The Place They Would Go, 2024, Capstone Film
- Production Designer, Art Team Assistant - Arlene, 2024, Capstone Film
- Production Designer, Talent Coordinator - Mixed Signals, 2024, Short Film
- Production Assistant - Concerto, 2024, Short Film
- Director, Editor - Student Council Video Campaign, 2023
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Timeline
Vice President of Journalist's Association
Arab Middle Eastern Journalist's Association
11.2024 - Current
Executive Board Member of Student Organization
Boston Arab Student's Society
09.2024 - Current
Public Speaking and Speech Writing Instructor
TEDx
11.2022 - 05.2023
Sports Media Manager
International College Athletic Department
10.2022 - 05.2025
Journalism Intern
Salzburg Academy on Media and Global Change
07.2022 - 08.2022
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