Umer Ali
Digital News Editor
Bonn
Summary
Award-winning journalist with extensive experience in human rights reporting and digital storytelling. Proven track record of developing impactful digital content across multiple platforms, including social media, websites, and video. Passionate about leveraging digital media to amplify humanitarian causes and reshape narratives around global issues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Senior Editor, Digital News
DW News
08.2022 - Current
- Lead comprehensive digital strategy across multiple platforms for a global news organization
- Analyze industry trends to optimize content strategies and audience engagement
- Create compelling, shareable video reports tailored for various social media platforms and audience demographics
- Curate and adapt global news content for diverse international audiences
Social Media Editor
DW News
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Helped develop global social media strategy for DW News, overseeing content across multiple platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
- Led DW News' Meta presence, developing innovative strategies to increase engagement and reach on Facebook and Instagram
Reporter
News Deeply
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Conducted investigative reporting on Afghan refugee issues in Pakistan, producing impactful digital content
- Analyzed and reported on media narratives surrounding refugees, countering misinformation
Freelance reporter
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Reported extensively on human rights issues in Pakistan, including matters related to political freedom, civil liberties, women's and refugee rights
- Published in a host of local and international news outlets, including Reuters, The Diplomat, and Coda Story
Copywriter
iPlex
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed SEO-optimized content, improving clients' online visibility and engagement
- Created compelling, brand-aligned copy for various digital assets and marketing materials
Education
Master's - Journalism, Media and Globalisation
Erasmus Mundus, Aarhus And Swansea
09.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelors - Mass Communication
Riphah International University
06.2013 - 06.2017
Skills
Digital content management
Copy editing
Multimedia production
Adobe Premiere
Web analytics
Breaking news coverage
Visual storytelling
Audience engagement
Strong news judgment
Content management systems
Multimedia storytelling
Awards
2016, Kurt Schork Memorial, Frontline Club
Timeline
Senior Editor, Digital News
DW News
08.2022 - Current
Social Media Editor
DW News
08.2019 - 08.2021
Master's - Journalism, Media and Globalisation
Erasmus Mundus, Aarhus And Swansea
09.2017 - 07.2019
Reporter
News Deeply
09.2016 - 11.2017
Freelance reporter
03.2015 - 08.2017
Copywriter
iPlex
06.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelors - Mass Communication
Riphah International University
06.2013 - 06.2017
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