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Fatima Zaidi

Bolingbrook. IL 60440

Summary

Communications Associate with one year of experience in content creation, media relations, and social media management. Skilled in developing and implementing communication strategies, managing projects, and producing clear and effective messaging. Strong written and verbal communication abilities with a focus on achieving organizational goals and enhancing brand experience. 

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Associate

Al-Furqaan Foundation
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed social media accounts for 13 divisions of the nonprofit, creating and scheduling posts to drive traffic and foster community engagement
  • Drafted press releases, blog posts, and other written content to communicate key messages and maintain brand consistency
  • Developed and executed strategic communication plans to promote brand awareness and increase engagement with target audiences
  • Managed multiple communication projects simultaneously, including campaign development, and media relations by effectively prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely delivery of all deliverables

Writer

BYRDIE
03.2023 - Current
  • Crafted engaging and informative articles on beauty trends and lifestyle topics, showcasing expertise in current industry standards and capturing the interests of a diverse readership 
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with industry experts and influencers, producing compelling feature stories and insightful profiles that resonated with targeted audiences 
  • Developed and curated original content for lifestyle magazines and beauty blogs, adhering to editorial guidelines and maintaining a consistent voice and style

Education

Bachelor's - Journalism

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06-2022

Associate's - Journalism

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08-2019

Skills

  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Project Management
  • Communication
  • Copywriting
  • Copyediting
  • WordPress
  • Hootsuite
  • Speech Writing
  • Audience Analysis
  • Digital Marketing
  • Student Engagement

Languages

Urdu
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Communications Associate

Al-Furqaan Foundation
08.2023 - Current

Writer

BYRDIE
03.2023 - Current

Bachelor's - Journalism

DePaul University

Associate's - Journalism

Joliet Junior College