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SHADYAR OMRANI

Journalist
Tacoma,Washington

Summary

Dynamic journalist and researcher in gender equality and social movements bringing two decades of experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Versed in writing, translating and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media and online platforms.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Freelance Journalist; Project Officer

Journalism For Change
09.2022 - Current
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
  • Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
  • Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
  • Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
  • Applied understanding of public opinion, social media, and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
  • Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
  • Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats.
  • Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
  • Organized scope, schedule and assignments for entire team.
  • Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Hosted weekly Instagram Live program that invites experts and educators in gender equality and women's rights

Lead Content Producer for Social Media

MANOTO TV
12.2021 - 09.2022
  • Developed original content using social listening and independent sources.
  • Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
  • Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
  • Generated stories to reflect current trends and news to pull audience into website.
  • Created dynamic graphics and pieces to increase social media traffic.
  • Utilized digital publishing platforms to prepare well-structured drafts.
  • Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior and media habits.
  • Implemented strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels.
  • Organized collected information to produce well-written articles.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Supervised breaking news coverage and determined priority for stories within each broadcast.
  • Crafted plan for breaking news events and trained and prepared entire staff on how to handle such scenarios.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
  • Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.

Freelance Journalist; Consultant

Fhi 360
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
  • Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
  • Applied understanding of public opinion, social media, and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
  • Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
  • Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.

Course Assistant and Coordinator

Institute For Social Sciences And Humanities
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Supported center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
  • Helped to maintain interactive, clean and organized classroom.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following Iran Academia's academic curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
  • Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
  • Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new course materials to enhance learning experience.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Prepared and presented two academic lectures
  • Prepared, conducted and analyzed weekly quizzes

Deputy News Editor

Radio Zamaneh
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Helped shape everything from breaking news to long-form pieces to engaged readers.
  • Used metrics tools to guide direction of journalism and methods for reaching readers.
  • Articulated and reinforced standards for ethics, professional conduct and journalistic excellence and fairness.
  • Leveraged well-developed editing and writing skills and excellent news judgment to help identify highest potential stories to pursue.
  • Led, directed and collaborated with colleagues throughout newsroom to identify and land compelling journalism.
  • Conceptualized, pitched, assigned and monitored stories from origination to publication.
  • Sought out stories by pursuing other news organizations information periodically and either assigned or wrote stories according to strict timelines.
  • Interviewed sources and developed relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
  • Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events, and topics of interest.
  • Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
  • Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
  • Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
  • Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
  • Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
  • Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
  • Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.

Podcast Producer and Journalist

Radio Koocheh
Washington DC
04.2013 - 08.2015
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
  • Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Crafted plan for breaking news events and trained and prepared entire staff on how to handle such scenarios.
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Supervised breaking news coverage and determined priority for stories within each broadcast.
  • Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track and avoid delays or budget overages.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality audio content and impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach in 3 regular weekly radio podcast series.
  • Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
  • Researched and wrote news stories, articles and reviews for online publications.
  • Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts, and arranged designs to attract target readership.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
  • Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by editor.

Education

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Washington
Tacoma
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English-Persian Translation Studies

Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran
05.2001 -

Skills

Interviewing Skill

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Software

Microsoft Office

Canva

Audacity

Microsoft Teams

Asana

Adobe Audition

Google Docs, Meet, etc

Zoom

Interests

Politics and Geopolitics (The Middle East, USA)

Social Movements (The Middle East, The United States)

Women and Queer Movements and Issues (The Middle East, The United States)

Religion and Religiosity, Theocracy, Secularity

Art and Literature (Persian)

Urbanism, Urbanization, Immigration, Global Labor Market

Published Books

  • Omrani, S. (2023). Influential Iranian Women. Naakojaa. https://www.naakojaaketab.com/product-page/زنان-تأثیرگذار
  • Omrani, Shadyar. “Lyricize on The Mountains” Literature and Poetry Periodical - ZH, 2020: 442.
  • Raha, Shouresh. “The Pathology of a Passive Society or Why We Create National Pride.” Process Group, 2013. https://processgroup.org/2013/06/27/ghorore-melli/.
  • Raha, Shouresh. Count Down (شمارش معکوس). France: Naakojaaketab, 2012. https://www.naakojaaketab.com/.
  • Raha, Shouresh. Nudism, feminism, secularism in the context of Socialism. Process Group, 2012. https://newprocess2010.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/nodismsecolarismfminism-dar-bastare-sosialism.pdf.
  • Omrani, Shadyar. Gaahshomar Garm گاهشمار گرم. Tehran: Andisheh Bartar, 2007. https://www.goodreads.com/work/best_book/16954551.
  • Omrani, Shadyar. Gaahshomar Sard گاهشمار سرد. Tehran: Andisheh Bartar, 2008. https://vista.ir/m/b/747oi.

• Academic Presentations and Publications

  • Virtual Paper Presenter, 2021 American Association of Geographers' Annual Meeting, Seattle
  • Presenter, UWT Tac Talk 2018, https://blogs.uw.edu/maias/2018/07/18/spring-summer-2018/
  • Presenter, 2018 West Coast GLS Symposium, Stanford, https://youtu.be/KJnp3lh7zNQ
  • Poster Presenter, Graduate Student Showcase 2018 _ UWT, Poster Presentation
  • Omrani, Shadyar, "Muslim Woman: Heavenly Body, Communal Autonomy" (2020). Sociology Student Work Collection. 48.
    https://digitalcommons.tacoma.uw.edu/gender_studies/48
  • Omrani, Shadyar, "‘Maid in the USA’: Immigrant Women, Domestic Labor and Double
  • Alienation" (2020). Sociology Student Work Collection. 53.
    https://digitalcommons.tacoma.uw.edu/gender_studies/53
  • Omrani, S. (2021). Pandemic in Her Baby Sling: The Iranian American Women’s Story of Migration Traumas and Labor Hardship During 2020’s COVID-19 Pandemic. University of Washington Tacoma-Tacoma Community History Project. https://digitalcollections.lib.washington.edu/digital/collection/tacomacomm/id/695/rec/1

Affiliations

· Founding Member, Men Against Honor-related Violence -MAHV,since 2020

· Member, International PEN, Iran PEN Center in Exile, since 2014

· Member, The Iranian Writers Association (in Exile), since 2014

· Committee Member of The Iranian Writers Association (in Exile), since June 2021

· Member, the American Association of Geographers

· Member and volunteer to co-chair Graduate Student Caucus, National Women's Studies Association,

· Member, Middle East Studies Association,

· Member, Association for Interdisciplinary Studies

· Student Representative, UWT MAIS Steering Committee (2018-19), https://blogs.uw.edu/maias/author/maias/

· Student Member, Review Committee, UWT 2018 Collaborative Publicly Engaged Scholarship (CPES Fund)

Timeline

Freelance Journalist; Project Officer

Journalism For Change
09.2022 - Current

Lead Content Producer for Social Media

MANOTO TV
12.2021 - 09.2022

Freelance Journalist; Consultant

Fhi 360
11.2021 - 08.2022

Course Assistant and Coordinator

Institute For Social Sciences And Humanities
08.2021 - 11.2021

Deputy News Editor

Radio Zamaneh
08.2015 - 01.2017

Podcast Producer and Journalist

Radio Koocheh
04.2013 - 08.2015

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Washington
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English-Persian Translation Studies

Islamic Azad University
05.2001 -

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