Negin Lopez
Jersey City,USA
Summary
. Story-driven Journalist adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering 5+ years of experience in print and online media. Versed in viral trends and breaking news response with proven success leveraging social media platforms to increase engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Journalist/Freelance
Freelance Writer
09.2022 - Current
- Create content across diverse social media platforms including TikTok and Instagram. Specializing in history and crime content that has garnered over a million views
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Write opinion pieces about human rights violations in Iran on immigranttatoo.com.
- Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
Intern
Old George Production
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Contributed to creative brainstorming sessions, generating innovative ideas for video content.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
Journalist/Reporter
Fondazione Meeting: Amicizia Fra I Popoli
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Covered 50+ events and authored 20+ articles for the daily newspaper
- Translated over 100 pages of event website and official brochures from Italian to English
- Conducted 200+ hours of research to support event leaders
- Identified and interviewed over 20 influential figures in alignment with the festival theme
Journalist/Reporter
Economy World
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Played a key role in establishing a new newspaper section called "What's Up Today." Conducted daily interviews with 20+ individuals as part of the "What's Up Today" news segment.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Multimedia Production
The University of Bologna
Bologna, Italy01.2018
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Journalism
Allameh Tabataba'I University
01.2013
Skills
- Research and Investigative reporting
- Proficient in premiere,Avid, Wondershare, and Shotcut ,adobe auditionPhotoshop/illustrator and in design
- Proficient in Squarespace
- Story Development
- Media operations knowledge
- Public opinion understanding
Visa Sponsorship
No Visa Sponsorship Required
Additional Work Experience
Tutor, 01/2023, Present, Varsity Tutors, New Jersey, USA, Teach Italian language and English proficiency exams such as TOEFL and IELTS
Professional Development
- Ap style writing and English for journalists' certificate 2023
- NYU Modern Journalism Certificate 2023
- SEO: on-the-page and off-the-page and technical tactics training certificate
- Adobe: illustrator, in design, photoshop, audition ,premier
Personal Information
Work Permit: Fully Work Authorized
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Intern
Old George Production
11.2023 - 03.2024
Independent Journalist/Freelance
Freelance Writer
09.2022 - Current
Journalist/Reporter
Fondazione Meeting: Amicizia Fra I Popoli
08.2018 - 09.2022
Journalist/Reporter
Economy World
08.2012 - 09.2014
Master of Arts (MA) - Multimedia Production
The University of Bologna
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Journalism
Allameh Tabataba'I University
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