ZHOR BAKI
Journalist/multimedia reporter
Marrakesh
Summary
Journalist with over 15 years of experience across print, digital, and audiovisual media, I have combined strong editorial skills with deep field experience.
I truly love what I do and find deep joy in every step of the journalistic process. I am passionate about journalism, not just as a profession, but as a way of engaging with people, dig deeper, stay curious , and constantly evolve as a storyteller.
I am a fast learner , highly adaptable , and fully dedicated to producing high-quality journalism that informs, inspires, and connects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Multimedia Reporter
Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Maghreb Voices)
01.2017 - 04.2025
- Covered over 1,600 human-centered video stories and short across more than 100 rural villages and 20 cities.
- Mastered Mobile journalism techniques to produce high-quality, field-based content, and promoted the effectiveness of (Mojo).
- worked as a One-woman crew, producing short form documentaries using professional camera.
- Created widely viewed and high-impact videos, many reaching hundreds of thousands of views.
- Demonstrated adaptability, resilience under pressure, often reporting from remote and underserved areas with minimal resources.
Managing Editor
Baboubi
04.2016 - 10.2016
- overseeing the weekly coverage of a satirical magazine, and managing the integration of visual content such as caricatures and illustrations.
- Assigning tasks to journalists, cartoonists, ensuring that news stories are covered accurately and on time.
Journalist
"لكل النساء"
12.2014 - 03.2016
- Researched and wrote in-depth articles on key topics affecting real-life challenges and aspirations focused on women's interest.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with influential figures with a strong emphasis on authenticity, sensitivity and relevance.
Opinion Columnist
Hona Sotak ( هنا صوتك، إذاعة هولندا العالمية)
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Published opinion articles and contributed in analysis reflecting local perspective to an international audience.
- First experience contributing to a global digital platform, gaining valuable exposure to international; journalistic standards and digital storytelling.
Freelance Journalist
Hespress Website
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Wrote a variety of articles covering diverse social and political issues relevant to Moroccan society.
- Collaborated remotely with the editorial team to pitch, develop, and publish timely and impactful stories.
Journalist
Hespress Magazine
01.2012 - 07.2013
- contributed in-depth field reports and feature stories for the weekly print edition of Hespress, focusing on timely and socially topics
- collaborated with editors to develop ideas, conduct fact-checking, and ensure high editorial standards in both content and style.
Journalist
AL Chourouk
10.2010 - 12.2011
- Strengthened my reporting, researches, and editing skills while adapting to the high demands of daily print journalism.
- Learned to work efficiently under pressure, balancing speed with quality in writing, contributing to the daily production cycle under tight deadlines.
Contributor
Nichan (نيشان)
01.2010 - 10.2010
- gained early experience in journalism by working alongside professional editors and writers in a leading Moroccan magazine while pursuing academic studies
Contributor
Akhbar al Yawm (أخبار اليوم)
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Contributed articles and editorial content while pursuing academic studies.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Political Sciences, Constitutional Law
Mohammed V University
Rabat07-2013
Bachelor's Degree - Media Studies
High Institute of Information And Communication
Rabat07-2010
Skills
- Mobile journalism
- Scriptwriting
- Interviewing techniques
- Investigative skills
- Strong writing skills
- Photography
- Video storytelling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Video pre-editing
- Critical thinking
- Video production
- Online news content
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- Mojo mobile journalism ( Smart film school)
- Audiovisual production ( Lorel Institute)
- Investigative journalism: from hypothesis to publication (ARIJ)
- Neutralize stereotypes through Photojournalism (USA embassy)
- Online Journalism (Deutsche Welle)
Center of Interest
- bodybuilder
- mountain climber
- cinephile
- bookworm
- museumgoer
Timeline
Multimedia Reporter
Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Maghreb Voices)
01.2017 - 04.2025
Managing Editor
Baboubi
04.2016 - 10.2016
Journalist
"لكل النساء"
12.2014 - 03.2016
Opinion Columnist
Hona Sotak ( هنا صوتك، إذاعة هولندا العالمية)
09.2014 - 10.2015
Freelance Journalist
Hespress Website
09.2013 - 08.2014
Journalist
Hespress Magazine
01.2012 - 07.2013
Journalist
AL Chourouk
10.2010 - 12.2011
Contributor
Nichan (نيشان)
01.2010 - 10.2010
Contributor
Akhbar al Yawm (أخبار اليوم)
01.2009 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Laws - Political Sciences, Constitutional Law
Mohammed V University
Bachelor's Degree - Media Studies
High Institute of Information And Communication
Interests
Media ethics documentaries
Languages & cultures
Documentaries
Reading
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programsWork from home optionWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life"
As often attributed to Confucius
Software
Microsoft Word, excel, Power point
Adobe premiere/ Adobe premiere Rush
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