Fatima Zaidi
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Creative and adaptable writer with a passion for storytelling and sharp eye for detail. Possesses deep understanding of crafting compelling content and strong research abilities, along with proficiency in various writing styles and platforms. Dedicated to producing impactful and engaging pieces that resonate with diverse audiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Writer
Reclamation Magazine
12.2024 - Current
- I write and submit accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories on topics including politics, world news, lifestyle, religion, and more.
- I pitch bi weekly news article ideas on the above topics, and collaborate with editors to refine content, structure, and tone of voice.
- I have the ability to manage multiple stories and submit them by the deadline ensuring that quality in writing and editing remains.
Communications Associate
Al-Furqaan Foundation
08.2023 - Current
- I organize events and meetings with social media influencers to promote our mission and vision, as well as all divisions of the nonprofit. A notable guest whom I recently scheduled a meeting for was Megan Rice, a newly converted Muslim, writer, and activist, and this meeting increased revenue and traffic across all web and social platforms.
- I am responsible for maintaining and creating monthly social media calendars for eight divisions of the nonprofit, ensuring that there are daily scheduled posts on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Our most viral post reached an audience of over 230,000 people.
- I established a social media influencer program for three core divisions of the nonprofit which promoted international outreach, and increased sales.
- I am responsible for creating and publishing 12 weekly articles to publish on three major blog forums of the nonprofit to increase SEO optimization.
- Additionally, I am responsible for all external and internal press releases, as well as maintaining a database of local and national news outlets and journalists for press coverage.
- I work in cross-collaboration with colleagues across departments, as well as a remote digital design team in Jordan.
- I worked to ensure an error-free publication of articles, brochures, social media posts, and marketing materials which highlights my commitment to precision and quality
Staff Writer
Muslim Girl
01.2023 - Current
- I write and publish weekly articles on an online digital magazine platform with over one million readers.
- I focus on topics like religion, world/humanitarian issues, lifestyle/wellness, beauty, and feature stories. Two of my articles have been awarded the top read news stories of 2023.
- I have also written roundup articles for major events such as Muslim Women's Day where I featured influential personalities such as supermodel Halima Aden, journalist and activist Bisan Owda, Plestia Alaqad, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06-2022
Associate of Arts - General Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL08-2019
Skills
- Pitch and Editorial Writing
- Copywriting
- Copyediting
- Content Creation
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Canva
- Bilingual
- Blog Writing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Management
- Social Media Monitoring
- Social Media Marketing
Languages
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Writer
Reclamation Magazine
12.2024 - Current
Communications Associate
Al-Furqaan Foundation
08.2023 - Current
Staff Writer
Muslim Girl
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Associate of Arts - General Education
Joliet Junior College
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