Education

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Southern Illinois University, 2018

Carbondale, Illinois, United States

PhD of Arts: Communication Studies

University of Northern Iowa, 2013

Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States

Master of Arts: Communication Studies

Imam University, 1999

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Bachelor of Arts: Journalism & Public Relations

Experience

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Assistant Professor

King Abdul Aziz University - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia                                                     June 2018 to present

Department of Audiovisual Production

Assistant Lecturer

King Abdul Aziz University - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia                                                     February 2010 to 2018

Department of Communication Skills

Course: Oral Communication

·      Taught university freshmen the basic fundamentals of oral communication

·      Collaborate with professors to ensure course materials were appropriate for learning of various styles

Certified Communication Trainer

King Abdul Aziz Center for National Dialogue - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia                           April 2009 to present The largest organization in its field in the Middle East

·      Provide courses to students, teachers, family members, and employees on methods of improving communication skills.

Radio & TV Announcer

Ministry of Cultural and Information – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia                       September 1999 to January 2010

·    Announced radio and TV news bulletins

·    Prepared and presented radio and TV programs

·    Prepared and presented documentary films in Arabic language

Relevant Achievements

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·      Contributed to the establishment of Communication Skills Club in King Abdul Aziz University in 2010

·      Obtained multiple certificates of thanks and souvenirs for participation in public and private events including radio and TV coverage, inside and outside the country (certificates are attached)

·      Authored and published the book “Ramadan Pages” in 2008 in Arabic language

·      Presented on “Instructor’s Effectiveness and the Role of Credibility and Nonverbal Immediacy” to Iowa Communication Association 49^th conference in Des Moines, IA

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Related Coursework

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Professional courses and workshops in several branches in communication, media, and general fields:

·      Public speaking

·      Professional radio announcer

·      TV imaging

·      TV director

·      Documentary film scenario

·      Producing documentary films for radio and TV

·      Time management

·      Strategic thinking

·      Communication skills

·      Teaching communication theory

·      Teaching in the communication age

·      Designing electronic multiple choice questions

Professional Affiliations

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·       Member, King Abdulaziz Center for National Dialogue, Saudi Arabia

·       Member, National Communication Association, United States

·      Member, Central States Communication Association, United States

·      Member, Iowa Communication Association, United States

Skills

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Languages: English, Arabic

Technical: Microsoft editing software (English & Arabic), Sampletude professional audio software