Sara Isteffan

The picture above is taken on the high cliffs of the beautiful Svinesund that crosses the Norwegian Fjord (Idefjorden). I absolutely recommend to visit this place. It is indeed amazing!

Name: Sara Isteffan

Age: 30

Origin country/town: Iraq/Armenia, but spent 96% of my life in Sweden.

Other places where you have lived: Countries during my toddler years: Iraq, and Jordan. Different cities in Sweden; Stockholm, Örebro, Trollhättan, Gothenburg

Where are you living at the moment? Gothenburg

Languages: Swedish, English, Arabic

Academic background:
– Some Sports Studies at GIH (The Swedish School of Health- and Sports Sciences at Örebro University.
– Bachelors in International Politics & Economics, with a major in Political Science.
– Extra courses in Global Political Economy at Gothenburg University.

Work background: 

  • Front Office Administrator Supervisor at a SPA Hotel
  • Administrator/Receptionist at a SPA Hotel
  • Administratör at the International Office at my Home University @University West
  • Administrator/Reception at the Police Office in Stockholm
  • Seller & store responsible at Dressmann
  • Economic Assistant at the Municipality of Örebro in the department of Care Management
  • Licensed Personal Trainor & Group Instructor at Fitness24/7

Journalistic experience: Non-professional, but I have done my own writings of articles in Sweden and re-written them in my own way in English to reach international attention. I look forward to work within this field on a professional level.

Writing skills (English): Excellent

Data and graphic skills: None, but I am an effective and curios learner!

I have used Excel (spreadsheets): YES, however I need more practice

I have used Python: NO 

I use other programming languages: NO 

If YES – which ones? –

Audio, video, editing and publishing skills: None, but I am a great & curios learner!

Special interests/knowledge relevant for research/investigative journalism: Interests:

  • How and where to start when investigating a case.
  • How to present proof to present facts
  • Hands on work as a reporter. Curios to learn both behind and in front of the camera. Mostly in front of the camera
  • Train on body language; develop verbally clear communication to the audience to do formal reporting; and practice rethorical skills.

Other skills/hobbies: Boxing, working out, readings, new adventures, learning salsa dance! 😀

I think I will be able to support my fellow students with: ideas, writing, editing, and coordinating

Is there something you want to add? Not for now

If you want to share a website or other personal links (Linkedin for example), please write the url:s here: 

Contact details (preferred): ask in class, and I will share! 🙂

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