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Chaudhry Saboor

Newcastle,United Kingdom

Summary

Communications and development professional with experience working in the nonprofit and corporate sectors. Hands-on experience in designing and implementing communications and media campaigns and creating communication materials including reports/presentations and content for project digital outlets. As
a professional, has experience in public relations, planning and facilitating events, and leveraging a wide range of media—including print, electronic and online—to enable organizations to broaden their constituencies and public profiles and reach their strategic goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Security Distribution Officer

ASEL, Argenbright Security Europe LTD
Newcastle
07.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated operations and performance metrics and reported findings to governing bodies.
  • Conducted searches, investigating reported persons and premises for illegal activity.
  • Conducting regular security patrols, monitoring surveillance equipment, and enforcing security protocols to create a secure environment for all personnel and visitors.
  • Managed the sign-in process for all visitors, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols, and provided escort services for contractors to ensure their secure navigation of the premises.
  • Received and distributed deliveries efficiently, promptly notifying the recipients, and managed stationery.

Security Officer

Heqlas Securities
Newcastle , United Kingdom
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted HR during termination processes, ensuring employee departures were conducted peacefully.
  • Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
  • Operated metal detectors and x-ray machines proficiently for preventing contraband entry into the premises.
  • Trained new members of the security team, raising overall team performance levels.

Communications and Events Coordinator

Northumbria University
Newcastle
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Help to establish main communication requirements for the International Centre for Connected Construction (IC3)
  • Working closely with the IC3 team, formulated a draft program of events and identified communication needs to meet the requirements for IC3
  • Identify and develop a draft plan for other elements of communication to meet communication requirements for IC3

Video Editing and Digital Development

Vane Arts
Newcastle
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Edited and combined multiple video clips and images to produce a promotional video that increased customer engagement
  • Assisted with the capture, editing, and delivery of digital images
  • Managed digital assets, including audio, video, and photos, to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Utilized advanced video editing techniques to create unique and engaging video content

Senior Communications Officer

International Rescue Committee
Islamabad
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Visually document (through photographs and videos) on-ground IRC activities
  • In coordination with program staff, identify and document success stories, case studies, and media write-ups
  • Preparing Visual presentations showcasing ongoing activities as per donor's request
  • Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for senior management, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Communications officer

Creative Associates International
Islamabad
04.2016 - 07.2020
  • Support, design, implementation, and monitoring of project communications strategy
  • Independently coordinate collection of progress/impact information and write monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports due for submission to IRC/USAID
  • Draft, write and edit content for the project website, newsletters, and success stories and develop other communication products through photography and videography
  • Created a newsletter that increased customer engagement

Senior Officer Corporate Communications

Interloop Limited
Faisalabad
10.2015 - 03.2016
  • Work for improvements of communications methods and practices, for better flow of information about the company's work to stakeholders
  • Manage communication channels website, internal portal, social media, and company newsletter
  • Development and provision of material for training and events (Branded stationery, banners, and standees)
  • Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for senior management, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Education

Masters - International Development

Northumbria University
Newcastle
01.2021 - 06.2022

MSC - Mass Communications

National University of Modern Languages
Islamabad
01.2011 - 03.2013

Skills

  • Communication Strategies
  • Stakeholder Liaison
  • Public Relations
  • Donor Relations
  • Photography & Video Production
  • Outreach and Advocacy
  • Community Engagement
  • Events Planning

Timeline

Security Distribution Officer

ASEL, Argenbright Security Europe LTD
07.2023 - Current

Security Officer

Heqlas Securities
11.2022 - 07.2023

Communications and Events Coordinator

Northumbria University
08.2021 - 10.2021

Video Editing and Digital Development

Vane Arts
06.2021 - 07.2021

Masters - International Development

Northumbria University
01.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Communications Officer

International Rescue Committee
10.2020 - 03.2021

Communications officer

Creative Associates International
04.2016 - 07.2020

Senior Officer Corporate Communications

Interloop Limited
10.2015 - 03.2016

MSC - Mass Communications

National University of Modern Languages
01.2011 - 03.2013
Chaudhry Saboor