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THE FRONTLINERFounder
Mar. 2023 - Oct. 2024London, England, United KingdomAs the Chief Editor of The Frontliner Magazine, a publication I founded in March 2023, my role involves overseeing the magazine's editorial content and direction. With a rich background as a British-Kosovar conflict reporter spanning seventeen years, I bring extensive experience in conflict reporting to the table. Under my guidance, The Frontliner quickly garnered a significant following, attracting over 9,000 subscribers within its first nine months. In January 2024, I spearheaded a strategic shift in the magazine's focus, now exclusively covering political tensions and armed conflicts. Our coverage is deeply invested in examining the impacts of these conflicts on international law, human rights, civil liberties, and political freedoms. This shift included expanding our team to include five additional reporting experts, enhancing our capability to cover global tensions involving key players such as the United States, European Union, Russia, China, the Middle East, and Africa. My responsibility as Chief Editor involves ensuring that The Frontliner maintains its commitment to high-quality, meticulously researched news and opinion pieces. We prioritise cutting through misinformation, upholding a standard of ethical and unbiased reporting. A significant part of my job is to uphold the magazine's mission: to scrutinise international politics and hold both national and international authorities accountable, particularly in instances of rights and liberties violations. I am dedicated to empowering our readers, encouraging them to engage with and understand the complexities of global issues.
VX PicturesAssignment Editor
Dec. 2022 - Jan. 2024London, England, United KingdomAs an assignment editor at VX Pictures, I play a critical role in managing news coverage across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. My responsibilities include monitoring local and international media outlets and news schedules, as well as assigning photographers to cover various events throughout the day. In addition to day-to-day scheduling, I maintain and update long-term schedules for photographers and contractors, and work closely with the Chief Photographer and Picture Editor to plan travel arrangements and ensure that VX Pictures' Newsplanner is up-to-date with coverage plans. I also work closely with all assets of the bureau to ensure high-quality multimedia coverage and collaborate with peers to identify stories that will add value to the product. Additionally, I network with local organizations and maintain positive relationships to secure access to events. I am responsible for securing photographer press cards and ensuring that my team has credible access to events. My role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and outside organizations.
DER SPIEGELPhotographer
Nov. 2022London, England, United KingdomAfter arriving in Ukraine to report on Russian Military aggression, I began providing newsworthy editorial content to Der Spiegel. When I left for Moldova in November 2022 to extend my reporting work on how the Russian Federation was exploiting legitimate concerns of the Moldovan people to oust the Pro-Western Moldovan Government, Der Spiegel once again used my work for their news outlets, both online and in print. I have been commissioned by Der Spiegel for various conflict reporting assignments, including reporting on the Syrian Civil War in 2012. This has now become an ongoing freelance contracted working relationship with Der Spiegel, and my work is regularly commissioned for editorial use. As of September 2022, I have been supplying Der Spiegel with current affairs-related visuals through my platform, vximages.com.
The GuardianPhotographer
Aug. 2022UkraineSince my arrival in Ukraine to report on the Russian military aggression, I have been providing The Guardian and Observer newspapers with newsworthy and editorial photographs. Additionally, I have been working on commissioned assignments for both newspapers. My relationship with The Guardian and Observer is an ongoing freelance contract, and they continue to receive visual coverage of current affairs through my platform, vximages.com.
Samurai ProductionsChief Photographer
Nov. 2021 - Nov. 2021London, England, United KingdomAt short notice, Samurai Productions Ltd hired me to serve as their Chief Photographer and photo editor for a three-day period. In this hands-on role, I was responsible for directing a team of photojournalists, as well as shooting and editing press-related stories in a non-linear format. Working alongside the supportive and positive team at Samurai Productions, I also set up headshots and established corporate portraits. During this fast-paced assignment, I was required to quickly review and select photos for promotion, publication, and dissemination. I worked closely with our client and production managers to identify relevant images that met their last-minute requests, and I captioned and edited the photos to enhance their appeal before arranging them in an appropriate layout. Additionally, I was responsible for assigning ad-hoc projects to photographers to ensure that the organization's photography needs were met.
Anadolu AgencyNews Photographer
Apr. 2021 - May. 2023London, England, United KingdomIn my role as a contracted freelance photographer, I am responsible for capturing, storing, and editing news images for use by Anadolu Agency. This involves taking photographs of major social and political events in the UK and other locations for Anadolu Images' newsroom. After being assigned a specific event, I travel to the site and work to locate and capture the target or event from various angles. To ensure that the resulting photographs are of the highest quality, I use specialized lenses and lighting techniques to enhance their appearance.
UnchartedddBusiness Mentor
Sep. 2020 - Apr. 2021Barcelona, Catalonia, SpainIn my role as a business mentor, I utilize my expertise and experience to offer guidance, recommendations, networking contacts, and knowledge of political and cultural nuances. Additionally, I provide continuous personal support and motivation to the founder of Uncharteddd, with the ultimate goal of fostering their professional growth. In my role, I have acted as a teacher, advisor, agent, role model, coach, and confidante, adapting each of these roles to fit the unique circumstances of my mentee. My approach is personalized to the individual, taking into account their distinct characteristics and needs.
VX PicturesPhoto Editor
Apr. 2019 - Jan. 2023London, England, United KingdomIn late February 2020, I founded VX Pictures and began producing and selling news pictures to the British press. As the leader of a team of photographers, editors, and photojournalists, I mentor, supervise, manage, and assign tasks to ensure successful project delivery. As a Photo Editor at VX Pictures, I utilize my creative eye, elevated aesthetic, sharp technical skills, and sound journalistic judgment to lead a team of freelance photographers. I create and source photographs for news and feature stories based on the socio-political and sports coverage interests of the British printing and online newsgathering press. I also monitor international events to select and publish available images as file pictures for our clients. Collaborating with freelance photographers, I assign and research a wide array of news and feature photographs. My fifteen years of experience in visual storytelling enable me to deliver my responsibilities within the deadline. I am a team player, a good communicator, and a capable person who can initiate and develop ideas for picture stories in a fast-paced environment. My excellent news judgment and firm sense of journalistic ethics are essential to my success. As an editor, I schedule, delegate, and evaluate the work of assigned freelance photographers. I also manage and maintain traditional and digital archive systems for films and photos. In addition, I am an on-field photographer delivering photography services for various customers such as news organizations, publications, and private corporations.
The Associated PressNews Photographer
Mar. 2019 - May. 2020London, United KingdomAs a contracted stringer news photographer for The Associated Press, my responsibility is to use a variety of photography technologies to capture, store, and edit images. I am tasked with capturing photos from major political, social, sports, and cultural events in the UK and Ireland for the AP's newsroom. When given a job assignment, I travel to the designated location and track down the event or target. Using a range of techniques, I capture newsworthy events from multiple angles and utilize special lenses and lighting to enhance the appearance of the photographs.
Language River Ltd.Freelance Interpreter
Mar. 2019 - Jan. 2020London, United KingdomAs an interpreter, I am responsible for translating spoken information from one language to another for communication between two or more individuals. I ensure that the interpretation is conveyed as accurately and seamlessly as possible, as if it were the original language. My clients have consistently rated my performance as "excellent" in my work as an English-Albanian and Albanian-English interpreter.
Zen EducateAssociate Lecturer
Sep. 2018 - Sep. 2021London, United KingdomAs an educator, my main role involves preparing, teaching, administering, and assessing a unit or a segment of a larger group. I take pride in making a substantial contribution to the quality of learning and support that students receive to help them complete their studies successfully. Moreover, I collaborate closely with other academic staff, including the Programme Director, to improve the academic curriculum and ensure it meets the evolving educational needs of students.
Globe Media GroupFreelance Filmmaker
Jul. 2018 - Jan. 2020London, United KingdomAs a broadcast news filmmaker, my responsibilities include overseeing the theoretical, practical, and technical operations of cameras. I am in charge of framing and composing shots, performing accurate camera movements, and operating a range of professional equipment, including portable, remote-control, and electronic cameras. Additionally, I am responsible for assembling and setting up equipment, planning and rehearsing scenes, following camera scripts, creatively framing and capturing action, and responding quickly to directions while liaising with lighting and technical staff.
Language Precision LtdInterpreter
May. 2017 - Mar. 2019London, Greater London, United KingdomAs an interpreter, my primary role is to facilitate communication between individuals who speak different languages. I accurately convey information from one spoken language to another, ensuring that the interpretation sounds as natural as the original. My proficiency in English-Albanian and Albanian-English interpretation has earned me an "excellent" rating from my clients.
Kosovo 2.0Contributing Author
Dec. 2015 - Jan. 2017London, United KingdomI was a contributing author for Kosovo 2.0, where I wrote a series of articles offering commentary and opinions on topics such as foreign and domestic political establishments, justice, police and military issues in Kosovo, press freedom and criticism of print media, as well as Middle Eastern affairs. My profile was available at Kosovo 2.0. My articles were originally written in English and Albanian, and the Kosovo 2.0 newsroom provided translations into Serbian as well.
VICE Media, Inc.Freelance Photojournalist
Mar. 2014 - Apr. 2015Paris Area, FranceMy primary role as a photojournalist was to tell stories visually from Kosovo.
Die WeltPhotographer
Aug. 2012 - Aug. 2012Aleppo, SyriaAs news photographer, I captured snapshots of live events with the use of high-tech cameras. By taking these images, I was able to capture the feel and moment of war torn areas of Syrian Civil War for German and English audience reading Die Welt newspaper. Although technical skills and photography experience were paramount in this career, as a photographers in the news industry typically hold an associate's or a bachelor's degree in photography, I don't have one yet.
BIRN KosovoFreelance Columnist
Jun. 2012 - Jan. 2015London, United KingdomI used to write regular columns for Kosovo's office of BIRN network newspaper called 'Jeta ne Kosove' - which was similar to BBC's Newsnight TV program. I shared information of public interest and offered opinions to the readers, covering issues of human, political, civil as well as press freedoms and liberties. Each of my written columns had a specialized area of interest, such as politics, religion, human rights as well as personal advice. As a columnist, I did my best to be distinguished by my writing style, which allowed me to grow a dedicated readership. I always delivered a unique and interesting column in order to keep readers hooked. Even though I didn't have to abide by the rules of unbiased reporting, my job was not far removed from that of a reporter's subjecting European's biggest crisis of refugees and the issues related to the freedom of the press in Kosovo. Prior to communicating news through my columns, I had to research and investigate local, national, and international events; interview people; and fact-check news and interpret it in a way that made the news both informative as well as enjoyable to read. It was always important to be aware of journalism laws and ethics and to possess the cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse group of people.
AFPPhotographer
Jun. 2012 - Jul. 2012SyriaDuring my assignments covering the Syrian civil war, I worked several times as a wire photographer. My role was to be at the forefront of breaking news, always ready to drop everything and document events as they unfold. In August 2012, when an air strike by the Syrian Government killed over 20 people, including children, in northern Syria, I was the first to arrive on the scene. Working for Agence France-Presse, I didn't hesitate to capture the inhumane atrocities of the bombing campaign targeting civilians. These pictures are still recognized as some of the best news pictures at GettyImages and AFP.
DER SPIEGELAssignment Photographer
Jun. 2012 - Jun. 2012SyriaI worked as documentary photographer covering Syria's civil war. Having used a wide range of photography technologies to capture, store and edit images for use by German weekly News Magazine 'Der Spiegel, I used a wide variety of techniques. As news/documentary photographer I was able to capture photos from exciting angles that captured life and death moments in war torn territories of Syria. These photographs were collected and well organised into a portfolio and presented to my employer or higher-up who determined which photos were going to be used for stories. I also gave some input and recommendations which ones to be used in particular subjects. I have always been open to receive or pick up a job assignment. With the designated location given that I had to travels to that site. I often tracked down the target or event in the area. I always captured the newsworthy event from many different angles and special lenses [mostly prime] to enhance the appearance of the photographs throughout my 6 months assignment in Syrian Civil war.
European Pressphoto AgencyPhotographer
May. 2012 - May. 2012SyriaAs a freelancer, I worked few times during my Syrian civil war assignments as wire photographer also with EPA. As in any other wire service photo-agency, it was my duty to be at the forefront of the news and indeed as always I have managed to be the first one on the scene, ready to drop everything in an instant when news breaks. https://www.epa.eu/war-photos/armed-conflict-crisis-civil-unrest-photos/free-syrian-army-photos-50595530
The New York TimesPhotojournalist
Oct. 2009 - May. 2012South East EuropeCovering the visuals for The New York Times and The Herald Tribune International, focusing current affairs.
Foreign Policy JournalFreelance Columnist
Mar. 2008 - Sep. 2016London, United KingdomI wrote columns and shared information of public interest and offered opinions. Each of my written columns had a specialized area of interest, like politics, religion as well as human rights and liberties. As a columnist I did my best to be distinguished by writing style, which allowed me to grow a dedicated readership. I always delivered a unique and interesting column in order to keep readers hooked. Even though I didn't have to abide by the rules of unbiased reporting, my job was not far removed from that of a reporter. Prior to communicating news through my columns, I had to research and investigate local, national, and international events; interview people; and fact-check information and interpret it in a way that made the news both an informative as well as an enjoyable read. It was always important to be aware of journalism laws and ethics and to possess the cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse group of people.
ZUMA PressPhotojournalist
Nov. 2007 - Oct. 2019Middle East/EuropeFor twelve years, I worked as a news and reportage photographer for Zuma Press, covering Europe, the Balkan Peninsula, and the Middle East. I utilized a wide range of photography technologies to capture, store, edit, and deliver images using FTP. As a news/documentary photographer, I employed various techniques to capture moments from different angles, ranging from life-and-death moments in war-torn territories to celebratory events such as weddings and birthdays, and significant political decisions. I curated and organized these photographs into a portfolio, which was presented to my employer or higher-ups for selection for stories. I also offered input and recommendations for particular subjects. I always remained available to receive or pick up job assignments, and upon receiving the designated location, I traveled to the site and tracked down the target or event in the area. Throughout my 18 years of professional experience in photography, I captured newsworthy events from various angles and utilized special lenses, mostly prime, to enhance the appearance of the photographs.
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