Zafar Ullah Achakzai
Journalist
Quetta,BA
Summary
Accept and enjoy the new situation and challenges, make positive contribution towards the Given Position, increase the wealth of the organization and enhance the knowledge, abilities and skills through organization by contribution.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Article Writer
Daily Dunya Group of Newspaper
01.2006 - 12.2007
- 2 Years working experience as article writer in Daily Dunya Group of Newspaper.
Reporter
Dialy Qudrat Pashto
02.2006 - 12.2009
- 2 Years working experience as Reporter in Dialy Qudrat Pashto, Quetta.
Reporter
Daily Dunya
Quetta, BA
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Now working as the Reporter at Daily Dunya, Quetta.
Chief Reporter
Daily Qudrat Quetta
07.2012 - Current
covering political, socio-economic, and development-related issues in Balochistan. Over the years, I have reported extensively on regional infrastructure projects, governance matters, and public interest stories that have a direct impact on local communities.
Head of Digital
Daily Qudrat
09.2016 - Current
- Oversee the planning, production, and publishing of news content across Daily Qudrat’s website, YouTube channel, and social media platforms.
- Lead a team of reporters, digital editors, and content creators to deliver breaking news, feature stories, and multimedia content in real time.
- Develop and implement digital strategies to increase reach, engagement, and monetization through SEO, trending content, and audience analytics.
- Ensure high editorial standards, fact-checking, and ethical journalism in all digital outputs.
- Manage live coverage of political events, press conferences, and breaking news through video streaming, social media updates, and instant reporting.
- Monitor digital performance metrics and audience trends to optimize content strategy.
- Coordinate with the print editorial team to align digital and traditional journalism efforts.
- Foster innovation in digital storytelling, including the use of infographics, data journalism, and short-form video content.
Education
F.A - undefined
Balochistan Board
Metric -
Balochistan Board
Master in Media & Journalism - Media & Journalism
University of Baluchistan
Quetta 04.2001 -
Skills
- Proficient in operating basic computer programs and applications
- Skilled in the use of digital media platforms for monitoring, uploading, and managing news content
- Experienced in Adobe Premiere Pro for professional video editing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
- Fast and accurate typing in Urdu and Pashto
Awards & Training
- Best Youth Journalist Award – Balochistan Government (2009)
Recognized for outstanding contributions to youth-focused journalism in Balochistan. - Best Youth Journalist of Pakistan Award – Ministry of Youth Affairs (2012)
Honored at the national level for exceptional journalistic work; awarded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs before its dissolution after the 18th Constitutional Amendment. - Pioneer Case under PECA Act (2017)
First journalist in Pakistan to be arrested under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), highlighting issues of press freedom and digital rights. - International Media Visit – China (2025)
Visited Ürümqi areas in Xinjiang, China, as part of a media delegation sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. - Media Training & Workshops
Attended numerous national and regional workshops on journalism, digital media, investigative reporting, and media ethics. - Professional Memberships
Member of Quetta Press Club and Balochistan Union of Journalists.
Timeline
Head of Digital
Daily Qudrat
09.2016 - Current
Chief Reporter
Daily Qudrat Quetta
07.2012 - Current
Reporter
Daily Dunya
01.2010 - 06.2012
Reporter
Dialy Qudrat Pashto
02.2006 - 12.2009
Article Writer
Daily Dunya Group of Newspaper
01.2006 - 12.2007
Master in Media & Journalism - Media & Journalism
University of Baluchistan
04.2001 -
F.A - undefined
Balochistan Board
Metric -
Balochistan Board
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