Reham Samawi

Dynamic Communications Manager with 15+ years of experience in media, content creation, & event management. Expertise in crafting impactful communication strategies, digital marketing, and managing large-scale events. Passionate about leveraging innovative approaches to drive engagement, promote organizational goals, and foster a positive digital presence

Communication Manager at Information & Communications Association of Jordan (int@j) (2015-10 – Present)

Driving int@j's communication strategy, media relations, and industry engagement, positioning Jordan's ICT sector as a regional and global leader.

• Develop and distribute bilingual (Arabic & English) press releases to key media outlets.
• Oversee and enhance int@j's website strategy, content, and performance.
• Manage and curate all communication channels, including social media (Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook), newsletters, newspaper relations, and organizational profiles.
• Develop creative and engaging content showcasing int@j's activities, programs, events, and achievements.
• Lead the production of promotional materials, including brochures, videos, banners, newsletters, and multimedia content.
• Monitor and manage int@j's social media presence, ensuring effective audience engagement.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute int@j-organized and sponsored events, managing logistics, invitations, VIP attendance, media coverage, and communication materials.
• Oversee int@j's weekly newsletter (content creation and distribution) –
• Project Manager for two key initiatives for school and university students in the ICT and digital economy sector with the aim of: Encouraging students to learn about the rapid developments in the field of communications and information technology and how it reflects the growth of the digital economy.
• To highlight the student's talents in the field of writing Arabic technical content on fields related to the digital economy.
• Building a capable generation of developments in the ICT sector and is qualified to maintain Jordan's position in the Arab content industry.
• Allow students to serve as global ambassadors for our mother tongue, by using the latest technologies to reinforce its position and beauty.

Head of Editorial Follow-Up & Coordination Unit at Al Roeya Daily Newspaper (2011-01 – 2013-12)

Managed editorial operations, media research, and coordination between various teams to optimize content delivery and audience engagement.

• Supervised editorial teams, ensuring seamless collaboration between journalists, photographers, and editors.
• Monitored and analyzed daily press releases, shaping editorial direction based on market trends.
• Developed engaging content strategies and managed journalist assignments.

Editorial Coordinator at Al Roeya Daily Newspaper (2010-01 – 2011-12)

Forward Planner – Researcher at Al Roeya Daily Newspaper (2009-01 – 2010-12)

Internships & Freelance Roles at Various Media & Communication Organizations (2005-01 – 2008-12)

• Al SADA & Shahrazad Magazine (Translator & Journalist)
• Afaq Channel (TV Presenter)

B.A. in Translation & Media – Ajman University of Science & Technology (2008-05)