Fatima Shah
@fatimashah
Media and content leader blending storytelling, scriptwriting, and video production.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
I’m a versatile media professional with over 18 years of experience, including 8 years focused specifically in the media industry. I enjoy bringing ideas to life—whether it’s a production, a campaign, or a training program—while keeping storytelling flawless and impactful.
Currently, I serve as Head of Content (2025 - Present) at Design Box in Islamabad, where I develop, write, and supervise scripts for commercials, digital ads, brand films, social media videos, short drama, drama series, and animation. I oversee end-to-end content preparation, coordinate with creative teams, refine scripts for narrative clarity and audience engagement, and ensure content meets client briefs, marketing objectives, and deadlines. I also shape platform-specific strategies for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and manage voice-over scripts, captions, and subtitles.
Beyond content, I bring 15 years of international project management experience, where I led teams, coordinated cross-cultural projects, and delivered results in both creative and corporate environments. I’ve also contributed as a Visiting Lecturer and Lecturer, and I’m driven by collaboration, innovation, and strong communication to help organizations move from planning to execution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Content
Design Box
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Develops and supervises scripts and end-to-end preparation for video content, including commercials and digital ads.
Visiting Lecturer (Media Studies)
Bahria University
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Serves as a Visiting Lecturer for Media Studies at Bahria University.
Visiting Lecturer (Art & Media Studies)
University of Rawalpindi
Oct 2024 - Jun 2025 (8 months)
Serves as a Visiting Lecturer covering History of Art in Ancient Civilization and Media Studies.
Project Manager
Higher Education Commission
Jan 2006 - Jan 2019 (13 years)
Managed HEC research program activities, including PC-1/PC-IV preparation, financial accounts and cash plans, liaison with government agencies, fund releases, and periodic reporting.
Media Coordinator
Tameer-e-Millat Foundation
Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)
Coordinated media operations including policies/procedures, donor liaison, report preparation, campaign launches, and development of brochures and newsletters.
Lecturer (Communication Skills)
Allama Iqbal Open University
May 2002 - May 2003 (1 year)
Lectured Communication Skills at Allama Iqbal Open University.
Trainer
University of Rawalpindi
Conducted training sessions including a one-day workshop on Work Ethics and Accountability and sessions on Acting Skills.
Event Management
Islamabad Traffic Police
Supported event and research activities associated with Police Reforms and Research Achievements with Islamabad Traffic Police and related bodies.
Script Writer
Pakidia
Worked as a Script Writer for Pakidia, a production house in Islamabad.
Script Writer
Maher Productions
Worked as a Script Writer for Maher Productions in Australia.
Script Writer
Tameer-e-Millat Foundation
Worked as a Script Writer for Tameer-e-Millat Foundation in Islamabad.
Script Writer
Nextech Institute of Computer Education
Worked as a Script Writer for Nextech Institute of Computer Education in Rawalpindi.
Script Writer
Higher Education Commission
Worked as a Script Writer for the Higher Education Commission in Islamabad.
Script Writer
GR Kids
Worked as a Script Writer for GR Kids, a production house in Islamabad.
Script Writer
Sam Event & Productions
Worked as a Script Writer for Sam Event & Productions in Islamabad.
Theater Drama Writer
Rawalpindi Arts Council
Wrote theater drama presented at the Rawalpindi Arts Council.
Voice Over Artist
Pakidia
Worked as a Voice Over Artist for Pakidia, a production house in Islamabad.
Program Host
Lok Virsa
Hosted and wrote 20 episodes of the talk show 'Film Culture and Society' with Lok Virsa.
Program Host
Higher Education Commission
Hosted programs at national level with the Higher Education Commission and other public sector organizations.
Script Writer
Deep View Productions
Worked as a Script Writer for Deep View Productions in Islamabad.
Documentary Director
Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University
Produced and directed 20 research-based scientific documentaries funded by the Higher Education Commission at Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University.
Director (Theater Drama)
Rawalpindi Arts Council
Directed a theater drama presented at the Rawalpindi Arts Council.
Event Management
Pak-US Science & Technology Corporation
Organized the launching ceremony of Phase V under the Pak-US Science & Technology Corporation Program in Islamabad.
Event Management
Ministry of Planning Development and Reform
Co-organized and hosted a national conference on 'Elements of National Power' with the Ministry of Planning Development and Reform.
Event Management
Higher Education Commission
Coordinated and represented the Higher Education Commission on events and conferences and participated in conference hosting activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Riphah International University
Master of Science, Media Studies
Grade: Gold Medal
MS in Media Studies from Riphah International University in Islamabad, completed in 2020. Received a gold medal.
Allama Iqbal Open University
Master of Science, Mass Communication
M.Sc in Mass Communication from Allama Iqbal Open University in Islamabad, completed in 2009.
National University of Modern Languages
Master of Arts, English
M.A in English from the National University of Modern Languages in Islamabad, completed in 2004.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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