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Riyaz Patel

Riyaz Patel

Writer-Editor-Connector

Media & Communications in International Team Environments
Dublin/Johannesburg/Moscow (1501) South Africa
Employed Open to opportunities
Polished and incredibly connected MA professional with a stellar 15 year record of managing international hybrid newsrooms and communication programmes... A ‘media diplomat’ with the editorial gravitas to earn global audience trust and the leadership attributes to manage, yet work within a team.

— Mary Holland Scholar (Ireland)
— Steve Biko Scholar (Zambia)
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  • Instilled exceptional practice based skills in students (undergrad and postgrad) while breaking down complex research
  • Enhanced writing by introducing poetry in lesson plans; drawing commendations from peers and students
  • Persuaded skeptical colleagues to infuse International Mandela Day into curriculum by demonstrating the striking nexus between Journalism, Democracy and Development
  • Successfully ushered in 'Digital Storytelling' concept
  • Negotiated sustainable partnerships with local community organizations
  • Completed dissertation on: The language the BBC used to frame 'Operation Cast Lead' – Israel's War on Gaza (2008-2009)
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Rhodes University is a 114-year old academic institution with a reputation for academic excellence.
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