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Ghalia Bdiwe, Investigative Reporter

Ghalia Bdiwe

Investigative Reporter·Alhurra TV- The Middle East Broadcasting Network

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Communication And Media Studies

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 4 months

Investigative Reporter

March 2019 - April 2025

Alhurra TV- The Middle East Broadcasting Network

Washington, United States

March 2019 - April 2025

• Develop story ideas from concept to broadcast, including pitching, in-depth research, and narrative structuring.
• Conduct interviews with a wide range of sources, including subject matter experts, officials, and eyewitnesses,
to ensure diverse and balanced perspectives.
• Report from the field, managing filming, lighting, and audio to meet high broadcast-quality standards.
• Lead investigative reporting projects by gathering and analyzing leaks, official documents, databases, and
research to uncover wrongdoing.
• Develop a storyboard.
• Enhance data-driven stories through the strategic use of infographics and visual elements to improve clarity and
audience engagement.
• Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure accuracy, impartiality, and adherence to journalistic ethics and
standards.
• Write and voice record compelling, broadcast-ready scripts.
• Edit full reports and promotional content using Adobe Premiere Pro and other editing tools.
• Repurpose investigative stories for multi-platform distribution, including online articles, radio segments,
podcasts, TV bulletins, and social media.
• Produce engaging social media extracts and digital teasers to expand reach and audience engagement.

Company industry:
Media Production

Investigative Journalist & Multimedia Storyteller

January 2015 - January 2019

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)

Toronto, Canada

January 2015 - January 2019

• Investigative Unit (Multimedia Platform): Led in-depth investigations from pitch to publication—conducting
interviews, performing rigorous research and fact-checking, writing, and shaping compelling narratives across
platforms.
• The Fifth Estate (Flagship Investigative Show): Collaborated on high-impact documentaries by interviewing key figures,
sourcing visuals, verifying information, analyzing data, co-writing scripts, and crafting standout story excerpts.
• The National (Nightly News Hour): Generated story ideas, produced media segments, conducted off-camera
interviews, and booked notable guests for the nightly broadcast.
• CBC.ca: Wrote and published a range of original stories covering international affairs, terrorism, and human-interest
topics for the digital audience.

Company industry:
Media Production

Freelance Writer

January 2015 - January 2019

VICE

Toronto, Canada

January 2015 - January 2019

Achieved millions of views through pieces published on
• Vice News International - CJFE.org - Pen Canada
(Kindly check my LinkedIn for links to my stories)

Company industry:
Media Production

Researcher

January 2014 - January 2015

Alter-spark,

Toronto, Canada

January 2014 - January 2015

Accomplished a study for the UNDP that carried out a global Cyber
metric analysis of the UNDPs knowledge products and Platforms.

Company industry:
Market Research

Researcher and consultant

January 2014 - January 2015

SECDEV,

Toronto, Canada

January 2014 - January 2015

Open‑Source Intelligence (OSINT) gathering
Strategic geopolitical cyber analysis
Data and geospatial mapping

Company industry:
Other Business Support Services

Researcher and consultant

November 2013 - January 2014

Integrity Research and Consultancy

Doha, Qatar

November 2013 - January 2014

Conduct open-source and structured investigations into individuals, organizations, transactions, and activities.
Gather evidence through multiple channels: OSINT, digital forensics (metadata and document analysis), interviews with knowledgeable sources, and, where applicable, in-person surveillance.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services

Media trainer and Freedom of expression monitor

January 2012 - January 2014

Doha Centre for Media Freedom (DCMF),

Doha, Qatar

January 2012 - January 2014

Research production
PR and strategy mapping
monitoring media freedoms in the region
training youth journalists

Company industry:
Scientific Research & Development

Show Producer & Co-presenter

January 2010 - January 2011

BBC

London, United Kingdom

January 2010 - January 2011

• Developed and presented news segments for the weekly television program.
• Conducted research and planned program content, including securing guest speakers and experts.
• Compiled and summarized key news events of the week for audience engagement.

Company industry:
Media Production

Producer

January 2008 - January 2011

British Broadcasting Corporation- BBC

Damascus, Syria

January 2008 - January 2011

Pitch and research story ideas, including emerging or breaking-news content.
Support and shape correspondents' work, structuring scripts, refining angles, and ensuring engaging storytelling.
Edit scripts and packages for multi-platform output—TV, radio, digital, and social .
Plan and coordinate shoots, including logistics like locations, permissions, equipment, crew and budget management

Company industry:
Media Production

Newsroom Producer

January 2007 - January 2008

Al-Rai TV

Damascus, Syria

January 2007 - January 2008

Collaborating with the newsroom management on the best stories of the day. Assign Associate Producers and reporters.
Screen and select footage from internal and external libraries. Facts checking and style- guide line up. Write news stories,
headlines, and arrange interviews.

Company industry:
Media Production

Education

University of London- UK.

January 2011

January 2011

Master's degree, Communication And Media Studies

United Kingdom

University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies SOAS.

January 2011

January 2011

Master's degree, Global media

United Kingdom

Damascus University

January 2008

January 2008

Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Syria

Skills

MEDIA RELATIONS
Intermediate
MEDIA RELATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
CONTENT CREATION
Intermediate
CONTENT CREATION
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Intermediate
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS
Intermediate
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS
Intermediate
FRAUD INVESTIGATION
Intermediate
FRAUD INVESTIGATION
Intermediate
ANTI BRIBERY AND CORRUPTION
Intermediate
ANTI BRIBERY AND CORRUPTION
Intermediate
HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES
Intermediate
HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES
Intermediate
RESEARCH
Intermediate
RESEARCH
Intermediate

Social profiles

Languages

Arabic

Expert

English

Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Media Freedom Monitoring
News writing, TV presenting
Media Training of Trainers (TOT)
Media Safety Training