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Akhtar H. — Senior Newspaper Editorial Manager from Pakistan

Akhtar H.

Senior Newspaper Editorial Manager

Pakistan 3-6 years
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Akhtar H., a seasoned Writer & Journalist, has made significant contributions to the literary and media sectors since 2007. Currently serving as the Editorial Page Incharge at Daily Sindh Express, Akhtar has played pivotal roles in community theater coordination and consultancy for the Indus Renaissance council. His expertise in Editing and Translation is marked by his tenure with various media outlets, including Daily Sindhu, Daily Kawish, and BBC Urdu. Akhtar is also a prolific author, having published short stories and novels like "Covid-19" and "Cafe Adab," and conducting literary forums. His translations span multiple languages, involving works such as Ngugi Wa Thiong’o’s "The River Between." With advanced qualifications from the University of Sindh Jamshoro, Akhtar is recognized as a Certified IVLP fellow and contributes to media platforms such as Dawn and The Friday Times. His role in journalism extends to participating in civil society networks and organizations like SPO and the Center for Peace and Civil Society.

Experience

  • Editorial Page Incharge

    Daily Sindh Express · 2012 — Present
    Coordinated a community theater group and served as a consultant for the Indus Renaissance council. Hosted social programs and engaged with civil society networks.
  • Writer

    Various Media Outlets · 2007 — 2012
    Worked with multiple publications including Daily Sindhu, Daily Kawish, Daily Koshish, Daily Ibrat, and Weekly Sindhu Magazine.
  • Information Kiosk Assistant

    SIDA
    Contributed for two and a half years in providing information assistance.
  • Language Editor

    Louis Berger International Project
    Performed language editing for project-related materials.
  • Literary Figure

    Company not specified
    Issued a children’s publication and authored short stories published in various magazines and daily newspapers. Collaborated with the Academy of Letters in Islamabad and the Sindhi Adabi Board, while also translating works between English and Urdu.
  • Organizer

    Company not specified
    Organized and conducted literary forums and programs.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Masters in Sindhi Literature
    University of Sindh Jamshoro

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