Abdul Rahman Bazian
Nationality: Jordanian | Date of Birth: 17.12.1989
+962 77 594-0001 +962 79 966-7311
Amman, Jordan
Skills
Reporting and Journalism
SEO Copywriting
Marketing
Management
Business planning
Communications
Critical thinking
Research and Studies
Translation
Trans-creation
Tags & Keywords
SEO Copywriting
Communications
Marketing
Business
Planning
Content
Reporting
Journalism
Writing
Languages
Arabic (Native)
English (Fluent)
Courses & Training
Political Journalism Training

France International (CFI) for Media Development and EUJDID – Apr. 2019

Course on The Rights of Refugees

Amnesty International Human Rights – Oct. 2017

Theories and Methods in Critical Humanities

Council for British Research in the Levant (CBRL) – British Institute in Amman – Dec. 2015

Mini MBA Diploma in Practice: Business Planning and Development

 IACET, ANSI – Jan. 2015

Disaster Management, Logistics and Relief Training

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRCS) – Dec. 2013

Marketing & Communications Specialist | Reporter & Journalist | Copywriter & Researcher | Business and Marketing Strategist | Cooperative Entrepreneur

Full-Time Work experience
Senior Business Editor and Writer
AlBawaba Middle EastMay 2023 – Present

I was brought in to rebuild the business section and foster current and new talents to build an effective business department at Al Bawaba ME, in addition to my daily tasks and responsibilities.

  • Team leadership, training and support 
  • Capacity building and development 
  • Content planning and benchmarking
  • Performance monitoring and evaluation
  • Third-party reporting and writing
  • SEO copywriting and evergreen content
Senior Translator and Copywriter (EN-AR)
Zadd co.Oct. 2019 – Oct. 2022

As a senior member of the team, I handled multiple high-profile clients, in terms of copywriting and translation, as well as project coordination.

  • Copywriting and trans-creation
  • Technical and legal translation
  • Business and economics translation
  • Editing and proofreading 
Senior Editor and Business Reporter
The Jordan TimesJul. 2018 – Jun. 2019

Six months in, I was selected to cover King Abdullah and Prime Minister’s visits to Iraq in December 2022.

  • In-depth business, entrepreneurship and economics reporting
  • Local and political news reporting
  • Local news editing and translation
  • Event coverage and reporting
English Section Editor
AlGhad Daily NewspaperFeb. 2016 – Jul. 2018

In English and Arabic, I conducted interviews on behalf of AlGhad, and was responsible for translating and editing the newspaper’s Editorial and Op-Eds.

  • First and third-party reporting
  • Editorial and Op-Ed translation and editing
  • Social Media posting and scheduling
Customer Service & Assurance Officer
Jordan Kuwait BankMar. 2015 – Feb. 2016

I joined the banking sector in pursuit of a career in business and investment but soon realised that I have no passion for banking.

  • Teller and customer service officer
  • Bank assurance officer
Copywriter and Marketing Research Specialist
SADDA Marketing and DesignJan. 2012 – Oct. 2013

I was the lead copywriter and marketing research specialist, with a passion for writing advertorials.

  • Copywriting and technical writing
  • Branding and marketing planning and support
  • Content planning and strategies
  • Translation and editing

Main projects:

  • Arab Orient Insurance (AOIC) and Bupa Global Partnership Campaign.
  • AOIC—GIG Rebranding Campaign.
  • Petra Visitor Centre. 
Intern and Reporter
The Jordan TimesNov. 2011 – Nov. 2012

I started off as a translator and ended up assisting Managing Editor on the front page.

  • Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Reporting
  • Editing 
Part-time & Freelance Work Experience
Reporter
Jordan NewsMar. 2021 – Dec. 2022

As a freelance reporter, I reported on: In-depth business, entrepreneurship and economics, as well as local news.

  • In-depth reporting
  • Day-after reporting
  • Analysis and studies 
Stringer and Translator – Assistant Correspondent
Swiss Radio SRFMar. 2020 – Oct. 2022

Participated in reporting on various issues, from politics to local news and culture. Our work was described as “Radio Cinema” and our lead was awarded several accolades for our work in Jordan.

  • Reported on issues that are accessible only to locals
  • Assisted in reporting for radio and television
  • Connected reporters to sources and assets
  • Coordinated interviews and meetings
  • Organized nationwide trips and tours
Facilitator and Translator
EU-JDIDMar. 2021 – Dec. 2022

Translation, facilitation and interpretation, both simultaneous and consecutive.

Clients:

  • Independent Elections Commission (IEC)
  • ISO-accredited JE Consultores
Entrepreneurial experience
Managing Editor and Senior Writer
Eye on BusinessApr. 2023 – Present

One-man team – I started Eye on Business to create something for myself, put my unique skillset to use, and learn how to build and generate traffic.

  • Third party reporting
  • Analysis and research
  • SEO Copywriting
  • Content planning
  • Graphic design
  • Social media management
Founder and CEO
Checkers Inc. Marketing and IT SolutionsDec. 2018 – Present

Checkers Incorporated is a private-sector cooperative. My roles and tasks varied depending on the situation, but delegation is my management style.

  • Capacity and team building
  • Business planning and strategy
  • Product ideation and development
  • Branding and marketing strategy
  • Recruitment and HR
  • Content planning and copywriting
  • Communications and public relations
  • Sales and business development

Since inception, despite challenges, Checkers Inc. was able to:

  • Survive the COVID-19 pandemic and come up on top
  • Develop multiple products, such as NexuStay and CounselMate
  • Develop and retain the skills of in-house talents
  • Attract new partners, growing shareholders from 2 to 5
  • Rebrand for post-pandemic market
  • Maintain high customer retention rates
Co-Founder, PR and Product Manager
SmarTax Inc.Jun. 2017 – Dec. 2018

The first tax support application in Jordan. After our failure to launch SmarTax, it was implemented by the government under (Fawateeri) in 2022.

  • Product ideation and development
  • Public relations and communications
  • Business planning and market research
Formal Education
B.Sc. in Business Administration and Management
Princess Sumaya University for Technology2012 –2015

GPA: 73.8% — Rating: Good

Tawjihi IT
Amman National School2007

GPA: 76.4%

Social and Voluntary Work
International Member
Amnesty InternationalOct. 2016 –Present

Participated in multiple digital events and campaigns and took a refugee rights course

VP and Chairman of the Cooperative Enterprise Committee
Jordanian Democratic Youth UnionAug. 2016 – Oct. 2022

Led the effort to establish multiple cooperatives in Jordan associated with the union.

International Member
Progressive InternationalSep. 2020 – Oct. 2022

Participated in multiple digital events and campaigns led by Yanis Varoufakis

Interpreter and Development Officer
Society for Care of Gifted Autistic Children (SCGAC)Oct. 2016 – Aug. 2017

Created several proposals and reports for sponsors and conducted multiple studies and researches.

Founder and Secretary General
Progressive Arab Youth Pen LeagueJan. 2013 – Dec. 2016

Conducted multiple studies, including Child Labour in Jordan, and ran The Reading Club. 

Volunteer
National Disaster Response and Relief Team (Jordan)Dec. 2013 – Mar. 2014

Emergency response infantry patrols in and around the Capital 

Volunteer
Family International (Jordan)Mar. 2008 – Apr. 2010

Volunteered on numerous Children Welfare Programmes, as well as two Gaza Relief Convoys. 

References, Certificates and Other Expertise and Documents Available Upon Request