Joelle Younes
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Dynamic leader and communicator with a proven track record at Al Kalima Online, enhancing content quality and team collaboration. Mastered creative thinking and writing skills to elevate production standards and expand global reach. Achieved significant improvements in content delivery and audience engagement, demonstrating a relentless pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement.
besides working as a business TV presenter it gave me a great opportunity of exposure to media and strong communication skills to engage an audience and confidence in presenting in live camera and adaptation to different situations in addition of speaking 3 languages french, english and arabic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Al Kalima Online
04.2014 - Current
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
- Coordinated special edition publications, showcasing high-quality content tailored to specific themes or events.
- Prioritized timely delivery of articles by adhering to strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
Business Producer and TV Presenter
MTV Lebanese Broadcasting TV
03.2009 - 05.2014
- Presented the Business News on TV and maintained high ethical standards in reporting, adhering to strict journalistic guidelines and ensuring all content was accurate, fair, and balanced.
- Contributed to team success through cross-functional collaboration on special projects.
- Improved show production quality by working closely with technical staff to fine-tune audiovisual elements.
- Expanded global reach by adapting programs for international markets through translation services or cultural adaptations.
- Delivered accurate and timely news updates, providing viewers with reliable information on current events.
- Collaborated with producers to develop innovative show segments for captivating viewers and boosting ratings.
- Adapted presentation style for various program formats, ensuring seamless transitions between different types of content.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
Associate Producer at AL-HURRA TV
Al-HURRA-NBN
01.2007 - 02.2009
- Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
- Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for new television shows or documentary films.
- Pitched new ideas and arranged interviews and acquisition of footage for stories.
- Created and managed production schedules.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
American University of Technology
Lebanon ByblosSkills
- Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Writing skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Attention to Detail
- Continuous Improvement
- Text Writing
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Editor-in-Chief
Al Kalima Online
04.2014 - Current
Business Producer and TV Presenter
MTV Lebanese Broadcasting TV
03.2009 - 05.2014
Associate Producer at AL-HURRA TV
Al-HURRA-NBN
01.2007 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
American University of Technology
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