Huda Attaey
Harrisonburg
Summary
Content creator and social media strategist with a proven track record at James Madison University and YALI. Specializing in enhancing digital inclusivity and audience engagement through storytelling and graphic design. Launched a successful podcast highlighting refugee stories, demonstrating exceptional project management and empathy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Accessible Media Assistant
James Madison University
Harrisonburg
12.2024 - Current
- Create and optimize accessible digital content, including captions and transcriptions, to enhance inclusivity
- Collaborate with faculty to develop and distribute accessible study materials for students with vision and hearing impairments
- Ensure compliance with university accessibility standards while promoting inclusive communication practices
Social Media Intern
YALI (Young African Leaders Initiative)
10.2024 - Current
- Developing and executing social media strategies to promote YALI’s leadership and entrepreneurship programs
- Creating, scheduling, and managing engaging content across multiple platforms to increase audience engagement
- Tracking social media analytics to measure performance, optimize content, and enhance outreach efforts
Founder & Host
Home, Away from Home Podcast
05.2023 - Current
- Launched and produced a podcast focusing on refugee struggles and resilience, starting with Afghan students in Kyrgyzstan
- Conducted interviews to raise awareness about refugee issues, featuring human rights challenges and success stories
- Developed and executed content strategies to engage listeners and educate on refugee experiences
- Planning the second season to focus on refugees in the U.S., expanding the conversation around youth advocacy and human rights
Education
Masters - Writing, Rhetoric And Technical Communication
James Madison University (JMU)
Harrisonburg, VA05-2025
Masters - Journalism and Mass Communication
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
Kyrgyzstan08.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
Kyrgyzstan06.2022
Skills
- Content creation
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Project Management
- Graphic design
- Video editing
- Photography and filmmaking
- Storytelling
- Social Media Management
Languages
- Dari-Farsi/Persian, Native
- Pashto, Good
- English, Advanced
- Turkish, Advanced
- Russian, Basic
Timeline
Accessible Media Assistant
James Madison University
12.2024 - Current
Social Media Intern
YALI (Young African Leaders Initiative)
10.2024 - Current
Founder & Host
Home, Away from Home Podcast
05.2023 - Current
Masters - Writing, Rhetoric And Technical Communication
James Madison University (JMU)
Masters - Journalism and Mass Communication
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
American University of Central Asia (AUCA)
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