Sadiq Shaban

Editor and Writer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Sadiq Shaban

Editor and Writer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Deputy Opinion Editor, Gulf News

More than 12 years of experience in mainstream media as an editor, creative copywriter and journalist with a first-class university degree.

I collaborate with high performing team members at Gulf News to develop and implement strategies that can be applied to a wide range of opportunities – from individual publishing ideas to big media campaigns. Curate Opinion pages.

Previously worked at Khaleej Times, one of the largest circulated newspapers in the UAE, Indian English daily Hindustan Times, and market intelligence group IPG. Written for Huffington Post, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper and Swedish news major Newzglobe along with a host of other publications.

Possess a thorough knowledge of digital and online media and key issues impacting the Web, like intellectual property and free expression.

Expertise in editing, writing op-eds, articles and blogs on a real-time basis besides being adept at using my knowledge of media trends to shape solutions.

Strong storytelling, verbal and written communications skills.

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