Uzeyir Yanar
Cameraman/ Videographer
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced video journalist and producer with over two decades of excellence in television journalism, media production, and digital storytelling. Proficient in all aspects of video content creation, from production to editing, for a global audience. Specializes in visual storytelling, live broadcasting, and investigative journalism. Capable of overseeing multimedia projects, operating top-tier production equipment, and utilizing advanced editing software. Bilingual in Turkish and English, providing a unique perspective to every project.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Video Producer | Camera Operator | Journalist | Line Producer | Graphic Designer
Voice of America (VOA) Turkish Service
01.2016 - Current
- Produce, shoot, and edit digital and TV news content for VOA Turkish, with a focus on international stories and breaking news.
- Manage pre-production, production, and post-production processes, including scripting, research, and video editing.
- Oversee live TV production, prepare rundowns, and coordinate control room activities.
- Create and update multimedia content for the VOA Turkish website and social media platforms.
- Lead investigative video reports, including coverage of Turkish real estate investments in Miami and U.S.-based Turkish communities.
- Produced and directed Life in America (Amerika’da Yaşam), a weekly TV program airing since September 2024, highlighting diverse aspects of life in the U.S.
Content Creator | Director of Photography | Video Editor
Birand Production Company
01.2004 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: Istanbul, Turkey
- Directed and filmed major news and documentary projects, including international war zone coverage in Syria, Iraq, Ukraine, Egypt, and Afghanistan.
- Managed all aspects of video production, from pre-production planning to editing and final distribution.
- Shot and produced documentaries on major historical events and figures, including September 6-7 Pogroms in Turkey, Latife Hanim, and Turkish Airlines' 80th Anniversary.
- Provided video content for major Turkish news networks such as CNN Turk and Show TV.
- Istanbul, Turkey
Associate Cameraman
Cnn Turk
08.2002 - 01.2004
- Company Overview: Istanbul, Turkey
- Filmed and assisted in the production of TV programs such as Afiş, Karalama Defteri, Frekans, 5N1K, and By-Pass Documentary.
- Operated professional camera and lighting equipment for live broadcasts and pre-recorded news segments.
- Istanbul, Turkey
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Public Relations & Publicity
Istanbul University, Faculty of Communications
Skills
Skilled in video creation and editing
Documentary Projects
- Donald Trump: A Political Journey, 01/01/16, Produced for VOA Turkish & TGRT News
- Hillary Clinton: The Road to the White House, 01/01/16, Produced for VOA Turkish & TGRT News
- Life in America (Amerika’da Yaşam), 01/01/24 - Present, Weekly program showcasing aspects of American life
- Mountain Climbing with Nasuh Mahruki, Documentary on Agri Mountain expedition
- September 6-7 Pogroms, Investigative documentary on Turkey’s Greek minority history
Technical Proficiency
Adobe Premiere, Final Cut ProX, Avid, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Grass Valley Edius, Teradek LiveU, Teleprompters, Multi-Camera Setups, Social Media Content Production, Web Video Optimization, YouTube Analytics
Professional Development
- Extensive field reporting experience, including war zones and international political events
- Frequent collaborator with Deutsche Welle, BBC, and France 24 on joint YouTube projects (+90 channel)
- Expertise in producing high-impact investigative and documentary-style news coverage
Awards
- USAGM's David Burke Distinguished Journalism Award, 12/01/18, Recognized for exceptional reporting on the Turkish President’s bodyguards attacking protesters in Washington, D.C.
- VOA Special Programming Award, 12/01/17, For coverage of the Erdogan bodyguards’ assault on protesters, a viral video garnering over 1 million views.
- VOA Special Programming Award, 12/01/16, For producing a 30-minute documentary on Donald Trump, widely aired by VOA Turkish affiliates.
- Turkish Contemporary Journalists Association TV News Award, 12/01/06, For covering lynch mob attacks against political prisoners’ families in Istanbul.
David Burke Award
The David Burke Distinguished Journalism Awards recognize the courage, integrity, and professionalism of journalists from each of the USAGM networks. The awards are named after the founding chairman, David Burke. To learn more about our distinguished winners, visit our Burke Awards page.
Timeline
Video Producer | Camera Operator | Journalist | Line Producer | Graphic Designer
Voice of America (VOA) Turkish Service
01.2016 - Current
Content Creator | Director of Photography | Video Editor
Birand Production Company
01.2004 - 01.2016
Associate Cameraman
Cnn Turk
08.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Public Relations & Publicity
Istanbul University, Faculty of Communications
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