Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A multimedia journalist who currently works for ITP Media Group's Arabian Business news website and magazine as Managing Editor. For story tips or pitches, please reach out to me on: Emails: [email protected] Twitter @talamichelissa Instagram @talamichelissa DM to ask for my personal email for other inquiries. Tala previously worked at Al Arabiya English (MBC Group) where she specialized in writing hard-news stories and features on geopolitics, defense, tech, human rights, social issues, health, and humanitarian aid. She was also shortlisted as a Top 10 Nominee for the International Energy Journalism Awards in 2022. Tala previously wrote for business, technology and telecoms magazines and news platforms, focusing on both international industry news and feature articles. She completed a Master's degree in International Multimedia Journalism from Newcastle University in 2018 where she also took part in a three-month training led by renowned journalists to enhance her practical journalistic skills in broadcast journalism, advanced reporting, news presenting, and videography for news packages and video editing.
Tala Issa - Author at Arabian Business - Arabian Business
Broadcast Television, Presenter and +2 skills
- Covered a diverse range of hard news topics including defense, politics, humanitarian aid, business, and crime (but would occasionally cover art and health stories) - Developed a wealth of experience writing compelling features and breaking news stories - Built strong relationships with key sources and contacts, ensuring access to exclusive information. - Consistently delivered high-quality content that informed and engaged readers - Stayed abreast of the latest trends and developments in global news around the world
- Managed a team of social media professionals - Edited and drafted social media content produced by the media office team, with a focus on royal family news and official government announcements - Oversaw social media content production to ensure it was in line with brand standards and messaging - Developed and executed social media campaigns, and monitored and analyzed social media metrics to measure campaign success - Interviewed several public figures, business leaders and celebrities on behalf of the Dubai Government