I'm a passionate, organised and ambitious individual with both production and editorial experience, bringing a unique perspective shaped by my Somali heritage. I’ve worked as a researcher on The One Show and Educating Yorkshire. Alongside this, I’ve directed a commissioned documentary about the Somali community in Tower Hamlets, which h... Read More

I'm a passionate, organised and ambitious individual with both production and editorial experience, bringing a unique perspective shaped by my Somali heritage. I’ve worked as a researcher on The One Show and Educating Yorkshire. Alongside this, I’ve directed a commissioned documentary about the Somali community in Tower Hamlets, which had sold out screenings and been submitted to festivals. My background has driven my interest in politically and culturally significant human stories. I honed strong editorial skills at one of the UK’s largest publishers before moving into TV, first in BBC Studios Comms, supporting major BBC brands, and then at Channel 4 Commissioning, working closely with indies and contributing to decision-making. Since then, I’ve taken on multiple BBC Studios production roles while continuing to develop and produce stories as a freelance producer. With hands-on experience across production and editorial, I have a sharp instinct for emerging trends and for stories that resonate. My passion lies in championing underrepresented voices and creating impactful, minority-led content with both cultural and commercial potential. Read Less