Shoukat (Qadri) Khalid

Journalist, Editor, Writer & Biographer

Shoukat (Qadri) Khalid

Journalist, Editor, Writer & Biographer

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I am Journalist, Editor, Writer & Biographer.

Shoukat (Qadri) Khalid is an accomplished Journalist, Editor, Writer, and Biographer with a distinguished career of over 35 years across Canada, USA, and Pakistan. He has served in diverse editorial roles, including Magazine Editor, Photo Editor, News Editor, Columnist, Bureau Chief, and Editorial Consultant.

He has contributed to leading publications, press agencies, and media institutions, including Mustakaem Publication Inc. (Canada), Express New York (USA), UNO National News Agency, and several national newspapers. His expertise spans news reporting, biographical writing, editorial consulting, public relations, media training, and small press publishing.

He has been officially recognized and awarded memberships by notable institutions such as the New York Press Club, Islamic Union of Journalists, and the United National Nations (UNISEF) Directory, reflecting his influence in global journalism.

Professional Experience

Freelance Writer & Biographer

Mustakaem Publication Inc. Canada, May 2001 – Present

Magazine Editor & Photo Editor

Print Zone, Digi Zone, Chroma Zone, Weekly Post – New York, USA Jan 1994 – Oct 2000

Columnist, Commentator & Critic

Express New York, USA, Jan 1997 – Jan 2000

Special Correspondent / Bureau Chief

UNO National News Agency (AWAM) Jul 1992 – Sep 1996

News Editor

Daily Awam & Mashriq, Quetta Jan 1988 – Nov 1993

Education

National Institute of Journalism

Field Training Correspondent – International Media

Mar 1992 – Apr 1993 | Grade: 1st

Science College Quetta

Pre-Medical Group

May 1973 – Jul 1975 | Grade: 2nd

Government Special High School Quetta

Secondary School Certificate – Science Group

Mar 1971 – Dec 1973 | Grade: 1st

Government College

Political Science & Journalism | Grade: 1st

Studies in International Relations and Media Writing.

Honors & Awards

Member – New York Press Club (1997)​

Recognized for professional journalistic contributions in the United States.

Certificate of Achievement – New York Community Service (1997)

Awarded for excellence in community journalism and public service reporting.

Recognized by United National Organization (UNISEF) – Sub Editor (1993)

Listed in the United Nations Directory for contributions in editorial work.

Member – Islamic Union of Journalists (1989)

Awarded professional membership for editorial and journalistic service.

Certifications

NOC Director Public Relations Certification — Govt. of Baluchistan Quetta

(1991)

Press Certification — National Institute of Journalism

(1993)

Director Public Relations Certification — Govt. of Baluchistan Quetta

(1997)

Membership ID — New York Press Club

(1997–2000)

Journalist, Editor, Writer

National News Agency (NNA)

Core Skills

Editorial & Writing

Journalism & Publication

Communication & Leadership

Professional Attributes

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