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Hilliard, Oh, Us

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Working as a volunteer Executive Director. Has built the largest Muslim social services organization in Ohio in less than two years. Serving more than hundred families every week. Working directly with the Mayor of Columbus, City Council and various agencies. Started a chapter in Dayton as well. Organizing youth and parent initiatives that would address gangs, drugs, sex-trafficking, child abuse, and several other social justice issues nationwide. Responsible for all aspects of the project… Show more Working as a volunteer Executive Director. Has built the largest Muslim social services organization in Ohio in less than two years. Serving more than hundred families every week. Working directly with the Mayor of Columbus, City Council and various agencies. Started a chapter in Dayton as well. Organizing youth and parent initiatives that would address gangs, drugs, sex-trafficking, child abuse, and several other social justice issues nationwide. Responsible for all aspects of the project including but not limited to community & resource development, marketing, campaign making, social media initiatives, training youth, parents, community leaders and agencies. Show less

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Advised the City Council in the interests of local planning for local needs, identified and studied the problems and requirements of the commission area in order to: Create plans and policies which will serve as guidelines for future development of the area; Bring the problems and needs of the area to the attention of appropriate government agencies or residents; and Recommend solutions or legislation. Aided and promoted communications within the commission area and between it and the rest of… Show more Advised the City Council in the interests of local planning for local needs, identified and studied the problems and requirements of the commission area in order to: Create plans and policies which will serve as guidelines for future development of the area; Bring the problems and needs of the area to the attention of appropriate government agencies or residents; and Recommend solutions or legislation. Aided and promoted communications within the commission area and between it and the rest of the city by means of: Regular and special meetings of the commission which are open to the public; Public hearings on problems, issues, and proposals affecting the area Public forums and surveys to provide an opportunity for area residents, businesses, and organizations to state their problems and concerns; Soliciting active cooperation of all segments of the area and city, including organizations, institutions, and government. Initiated, reviewed and recommend criteria and programs for the preservation, development, and enhancement of the commission area, including, but not limited to, parks, recreational areas, sidewalks, streets and traffic. Recommend priorities for and review government services and operation of the various government departments in the commission area. Show less

United States

Worked on the project from scratch. Responsibilities included but were not limited to the following: creating yearly campaign and development plans, creating marketing campaigns, maintaining website, creating and conducting social media campaigns, organizing community events, providing several types of trainings to different types of audiences, resource development and fundraising. Built 8 teams in five different states. Reached out to more than 200, 000 people through campaigns and events.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Started and managed a US based international IT company. Provided consultant services for web development, web designing, software development, QR, IT testing, performance engineering and more.

Dublin, Ohio, United States

Was responsible for Event Management; Communication Strategic Planning; Campaign Making; Writing for Print and Electronic Media; TV & Video Production; Office management; Book Keeping & Budgeting; Vendor Negotiation; Marketing & Advertisement; Team Building & Project Management; Executive Presentations; Customer

Dublin, Ohio, United States

Was responsible for Event Management; Communication Strategic Planning; Campaign Making; Writing for Print and Electronic Media; TV & Video Production; Office management; Book Keeping & Budgeting; Vendor Negotiation; Marketing & Advertisement; Team Building & Project Management; Executive Presentations; Customer

Pakistan & United States

ZAPSnet Consultancies was a Media, IT, and Event consultancy provider. Started a new business in Pakistan. As the CEO, worked across the borders on various National and International Projects. Organized international expos, created campaigns for clients, managed several departments and built a robust team of professionals. Top projects include PrintPak 2015 and Expo Juniors international expos.

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

ARY Digital Network is one of the largest Satellite TV networks of Pakistan, based in London, UK and Dubai, UAE. It is broadcasting in 125 countries. The City Channel is the first channel focusing on different cities of Pakistan. Conceived, Planned and Implemented a thorough system of News Gathering, Reporting, Data Base & Archives Management, Booking, Billing, and Marketing through proper use of Internet and Intranet. Designed and monitored overall budget of the channel. Designed and… Show more ARY Digital Network is one of the largest Satellite TV networks of Pakistan, based in London, UK and Dubai, UAE. It is broadcasting in 125 countries. The City Channel is the first channel focusing on different cities of Pakistan. Conceived, Planned and Implemented a thorough system of News Gathering, Reporting, Data Base & Archives Management, Booking, Billing, and Marketing through proper use of Internet and Intranet. Designed and monitored overall budget of the channel. Designed and executed extremely successful marketing strategy for the channel. Produced and Directed TV Programs; Hired and Trained Crew; Designed Marketing Strategy to seek Sponsors; Show less

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Produced, Directed, Edited one-hour Shows and Documentaries, Held Workshops, Trained crewmembers on Camera, Audio, Keyboard, CG, Editing, Master Control, etc.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Produced, Directed, Edited one-hour Shows and Documentaries, Held Workshops, Trained crewmembers on Camera, Audio, Keyboard, CG, Editing, Master Control, etc.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Edited Videos for Prime Time and Weekend News Shows. Coordinated with producers about issues and concerns of local and international community. Organized Spoke Person from local community.

Mass Communication/Media Studies

Mass Communication/Media Studies