Saad Faraji
News Anchor
Stafford,Virginia
Summary
Enthusiastic News Anchor with 17 years of experience. Successful in multimedia broadcasting and editing. Strong background in investigative journalism and improvisational on-camera skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
TV News Anchor
Alhurra
3 2020 - Current
- News Anchor, Special interview presenter, In Iraqi show presenter, Political program presenter
- Contributed written articles to the station''s website, enhancing online presence and driving traffic from digital platforms to broadcast content.
- Provided clear communication during crisis situations such as natural disasters or emergency events by providing accurate information in a calm and reassuring manner.
Radio Broadcaster
Radio Sawa
03.2016 - 01.2020
- News anchor, Producer, Covers political and cultural news, News & audio editor, Making interviews, Studio Director on air
- Increased listener engagement by incorporating interactive elements and social media into broadcasts.
- Expanded audience reach by consistently promoting podcast versions of popular shows across multiple platforms.
News Anchor and producer
AL-TAGHIER SATELLITE CHANNEL
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Wrote and presented daily news bulletins from Washington D.C, Voice over for the Press of America program, Interviews with political figures in U.S
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
SENIOR NEWS ANCHOR
AL-SHARQIYA NEWS
06.2009 - 10.2014
- Anchored live news covering political events, Covered live news events, Reporter, Proofreader, Preparation and presentation of political programs and reports, Programs: 'SEVEN DAYS', 'AL-KHULASAH', 'HARVEST OF THE YEAR', 'IRAQI OPINION'
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
NEWS ANCHOR
AL-RASHEED CHANNEL
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Preparation and presentation of programs such as 'PRIVATE MEETING', Covered live news events and breaking news, Conducted live and taped interviews
NEWS ANCHOR
AL-BAGHDADIA CHANNEL
- Anchored live news bulletins, Covered live news events and breaking news, Preparation and presentation of programs such as 'PRESS SAYS'
Education
B.A degree in Arabic Language, Faculty of Education -
Baghdad University
Skills
News Anchoring
On-camera skills
On-Air Presence
Radio broadcasting
News Writing Expertise
I-news & ENPS system
Video & Audio editing
Languages: Arabic - English
Staff training
Poised under pressure
Critical thinking abilities
Public Speaking Confidence
Strong Interviewing
Breaking News Coverage
Social media proficiency
Interviewing skill
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Youtubechannel
https://youtu.be/DGVLtPzU4WY?si=OtqvCkkY70-njWjs
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/22/84
- Nationality: Iraqi/U.S Citizen
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
[AFP] Training - [Refine searches on social media]
Timeline
[Google News Initiative], - [Use different mapping tools and learn how to tackle advanced geolocation challenges]
07-2022
[AFP] Training - [Refine searches on social media]
06-2022
[AFP & Google News Initiative] Training - [Carry out searches efficiently to find the results you need]
06-2022
Radio Broadcaster
Radio Sawa
03.2016 - 01.2020
News Anchor and producer
AL-TAGHIER SATELLITE CHANNEL
09.2015 - 02.2016
SENIOR NEWS ANCHOR
AL-SHARQIYA NEWS
06.2009 - 10.2014
NEWS ANCHOR
AL-RASHEED CHANNEL
08.2008 - 06.2009
TV News Anchor
Alhurra
3 2020 - Current
NEWS ANCHOR
AL-BAGHDADIA CHANNEL
B.A degree in Arabic Language, Faculty of Education -
Baghdad University