Said Elbanna

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Apt #1233

Glen Allen, VA 23060

Seeking a full-time employment opportunity that allows me to utilize my communications skills. Work experience

Freelance Translator/Interpreter

Self-employed - Richmond, VA

May 2021 to Present

Translating press materials for clients, including press releases and Op-Eds. Partner

Elite Media and event management – Dubai

May 2018 to May 2021

During my tenure at Elite Media I advised my client, a government agency, regarding media opportunities to keep the public informed about upcoming activities, such as the opening of a new art exhibition. I was responsible for written materials in both English and Arabic, including press releases and op-eds. Also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with local media. Communications Director

Galadari advocate and legal consultants - Dubai

August 2016 to July 2017

Responsible for securing media opportunities for company's spokespeople to comment on newly published laws, as well as drafting opinion editorials on legal issues. I was also responsible for drafting op-eds and other written material to help put my employer’s name in the press. Senior Account Manager

MEMAC Ogilvy – Dubai

November 2015 to July 2017

Responsible for planning and implementing year-round media calendar to secure media opportunities for my clients through drafting press materials, such as press releases and op-eds. I was also tasked with ensuring that the other team members are on top of their duties; and overseeing the overall quality of English and Arabic communications.

Account Director / senior translator

Brunswick Gulf – Dubai

June 2009 to September 2015

During my tenure at BG, I’ve held a number of positions, culminating to Account director / senior translator, where I was responsible for the overall quality of press materials, as well as for drafting literature in both English and Arabic for my clients, in addition to maintaining close relationships with the local and international media.

Education

• LVN – US Army - September 2003 to June 2004

• Some college in Computer Science - UW - Milwaukee, WI, September 2001 to September 2003 Languages

• English

• Arabic

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