Ramy Gamal
Deputy Editor in Chief
Cairo
Summary
Confident Sports Editor with 12 years of experience in Digital Media through Sports journalism and video writing.
Committed to honest and accurate editing and unafraid to make hard decisions to lead journalists to excellence.
Keen to find new job opportunity to meet passion for the digital media in general even if it's not related to sports coverage.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Supervisor Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
Cairo
08.2022 - Current
- Helping new employees adapt, train, and understand how to work at FilGoal.
- Led training sessions for newcomers to correct errors, develop them.
- Led video team at World Cup 2022 where we exceeded our main target by 50%.
- Writing scripts for any video content like interviews, motion graphics, comic books, etc.
- Delegating tasks to our VFX team, scheduling interviews with with high profile personalities locally and internationally.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Senior Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
Cairo
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Acted as Managing Editor of FilGoal.com for African Cup of Nations 2021, and were able to produce more than 150 videos, 50 live show, and 100+ features for the tournament, and achieved all of our targets 100%.
- Created "carnaval.filgoal.com" to make Egyptian users get closer to Africa by providing information about all countries that took place at AFCON in addition to information about a player from every team providing everything about their careers and gossips about their future.
- Created "Vote of the year" campaign with our technical and graphics colleagues and handing out prizes to winners.
- Managed video team throughout Euro 2020 campaign were we achieved our target 100%.
- Presented live shows on FilGoal’s Facebook page, and presenting another program on FilGoal’s Instagram profile.
- Delegated tasks to reporters on field to get latest news on time, in addition to planning for future events.
- Wrote biographies for Egyptian players and translating sports movies and books, plus making interactive stories.
- Wrote regular sports articles & features and making interviews with high profile personalities locally and internationally.
- Proofread FilGoal's website on daily basis
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
Cairo
02.2015 - 01.2019
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Revitalized community sports coverage by increasing assignments and revamping quality standards.
- Planned layout of sports section by formatting stories, graphics and headlines.
- Pitched and developed new columns, consistently increasing readership with proven sports and reporting expertise.
- Delegated tasks to our reporters on field to get latest news on time.
Sports Editor
Elwatannews.com
Cairo
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Worked at Elwatannews.com, Sports section, especially International one, and was able to translate news stories from English to Arabic.
- Created reports, and new stories ideas, in addition to being able to, in addition to being contributor of creating new sports website for Elwatan foundation called "Sports.elwatansports.com", and led it for World Cup 2014 campaign.
Reporter and Translator
thecairopost.com, cairokora.com both are a Youm7 publication
Cairo
10.2013 - 04.2014
- Worked at "cairopost" website, the English version of "Youm7.com", as a Reporter and Translator and was able to write local and international news stories, articles, reports, and translating others as well from Arabic to English mainly in Sports section.
- Wrote news stories in other sections like politics, and arts.
- Worked as well at "cairokora.com" to write stories and features for sports in Arabic.
- Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
Sports Editor
AhlyNews.com
Cairo
10.2011 - 09.2013
- Worked as an Editor at "Ahlynews.com" sports website focused on covering Al Ahly club news, and was able to update it with news from field, translate others as well from English to Arabic.
- Wrote articles, making interviews with players and creating features.
Customer Service Representative
Stream Global Services
Giza
12.2010 - 05.2012
- Worked as Support Professional in Sirius Canada Account to support customers and improve their satisfaction, for Sirius satellite radio service.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
Telesales Representative
AMECO TECH Corporation
Cairo
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Worked as Tele Sales agent in campaign Local biz helper that seeks marketing Google advertisements.
- Opened new accounts and documented personal, demographic, and payment information in system.
- Recorded contact information of customers and potential customers in internal database.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Media & Communication, Radio & TV
Ain Shams University
Cairo 09.2006 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Ramsis Language School
Giza 09.1993 - 07.2006
Skills
Editorial content management
Editorial decision-making
Editorial calendar management
Sports knowledge
Superb writer and editor
Community Sports Coverage
Sports Features
Online Journalism
Proofreading
Search Engine Optimization
Microsoft Office
Certification
Photography and Directing from Institute of Radio and Television (Excellent Grade)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Supervisor Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
08.2022 - Current
Private Voice Coaching
12-2021
Google Fact Checking
08-2021
Senior Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
01.2019 - 08.2022
Sports Editor
FilGoal.con from Sarmady company
02.2015 - 01.2019
Sports Editor
Elwatannews.com
05.2014 - 01.2015
Voice Coaching at ONA Academy
01-2014
Reporter and Translator
thecairopost.com, cairokora.com both are a Youm7 publication
10.2013 - 04.2014
English Conversation Course at British council. (A Grade)
08-2012
Sports Editor
AhlyNews.com
10.2011 - 09.2013
Customer Service Representative
Stream Global Services
12.2010 - 05.2012
Telesales Representative
AMECO TECH Corporation
09.2010 - 12.2010
Photography and Directing from Institute of Radio and Television (Excellent Grade)
06-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Media & Communication, Radio & TV
Ain Shams University
09.2006 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Ramsis Language School
09.1993 - 07.2006