Naseel Muhammed

Public Relations & Communication Executive @ Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)

About

A seasoned communication specialist with a decade of experience and a proven record of developing impactful public relations and communication strategies, creative content, copy editing, stakeholder engagement, and media relations for multiple projects in the United Arab Emirates. With 8+ years of experience handling integrated communications plans as an in-house specialist for government projects (Investment, Cultural, Hospitality, Tourism, and Development) in Sharjah, UAE, and 3 years in journalism, I bring combined experience and practical solutions to the communication requirements. Accomplished author and journalist with by-lines in local and international media; well-versed in global affairs. Let's connect to discuss more: naseelvoici@gmail.com | Open to new opportunities and projects.

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Sharjah Emirate

Industry

Government Administration

Skill

Emergency Situations, Stakeholder Management, Copy Editing, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Client Relations, Press Office, Media Engagement, Reporting & Analysis, Campaigns, Content Management, Account Management, Press Release Development, Government Communication, Public Sector, Writing, Creative Strategy, Publications, Marketing, Nonprofit Organizations

Experience

Public Relations & Communication Executive

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)

2021-1 - Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

• Development and implementation of communication plans and strategies for multiple projects. • Managing the drafting, editing, and distribution of press releases, talking points & other news-driven content, and communication materials. • Coordinating media outreach events, interviews, FAM Trips, influencer visits, and generating regional & international media coverage. • Ensuring people-centric external relations and internal communication initiatives, increasing positive brand exposure and community engagement. • Promoting Sharjah destinations and initiatives, increasing diverse engagement.

Public Relations Coordinator

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)

2017-12 - 2021-1 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Sub Editor

Malayala Manorama Co. Ltd

2015-4 - 2017-12 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Kottayam, Kerala, India

• Reported and edited news, features, and in-depth articles for the print magazines. • Copyedited, and produced web content, including news stories, blogs, and social media posts. • Played an integral role in establishing a new Travel magazine and developing a reader-centric content strategy (Online and Offline)

Content Producer

Malayala Manorama Co. Ltd

2015-4 - 2017-12 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Kottayam, Kerala, India

Producing digital content on various topics including Travel, Entertainment, Lifestyle, and Current Affairs for leading websites, Manorama Online (www.manoramaonline.com) and Vanitha (www.vanitha.in)

Co-Founder and Consulting Editor

Maktoob Media

2014-3 - 2015-4 · 1 yr 2 mos

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Co-Founder of Maktoob Media (www.maktoobmedia.com), online news and cultural platform (non-profit) in March 2014. It has received special appreciation from various international organizations for breaking democratic and human rights-centric stories.