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MELDA DOGAN

From dynamic live reporting and engaging video journalism to the artful creation of compelling content, including documentary production—I bring stories to life, leaving an indelible mark on the global media landscape.

DOCUMENTARIES

Documentaries

Documentaries
Searching for Earthquake Survivors in Turkey & Syria

Searching for Earthquake Survivors in Turkey & Syria

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The world's first village ever: Karahan Tepe

The world's first village ever: Karahan Tepe

06:06
Enter the world of Eda Birthing, the costume designer dressing Istanbul’s drag queens and performers

Enter the world of Eda Birthing, the costume designer dressing Istanbul’s drag queens and performers

05:26
Why are anti-Syrian sentiments rising in Turkey?

Why are anti-Syrian sentiments rising in Turkey?

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BREAKING NEWS
LIVE REPORTING

Live Reporting & Breaking News

Live Reporting & Breaking News
Great Palestine Rally - Istanbul

Great Palestine Rally - Istanbul

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Great Palestine Rally Istanbul

Great Palestine Rally Istanbul

04:17
Live report for 10 News First

Live report for 10 News First

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'Why weren't we prepared for this? Turkey is in the earthquake region' Turkish Journalist reports

'Why weren't we prepared for this? Turkey is in the earthquake region' Turkish Journalist reports

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AWARD WINNING SHORT MOVIES

Gamer Hunter
The Elevator
Etiquette

Portfolio

PORTFOLIO OF WORK

Digital, TV, Print

The following is a collection of my latest and most meaningful projects for different print, TV or digital platforms producing content in English, French or Turkish.

Melda Dogan Asia One Promo - News Presenter / Anchorwoman

Melda Dogan Asia One Promo - News Presenter / Anchorwoman

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January, 2023

Turkish people have long blamed Arab tourists’ generous tips for the city’s cab shortage, but this may not be the case anymore.

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December, 2022

My contribution to one of the most reliable French newspapers: Le Monde Diplomatique. Click to read full article in French.

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October 2022

My contribution to Le Monde Diplomatique Turkce. Click to read full article in Turkish.

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October 2022

Documentary production for Bulgaria's most watched television channel: BTV!

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September 2022

My contribution to Le Monde Diplomatique Turkce. 

Turkish Erasmus students are denied education as high number of Schengen visa restrictions prevents them from travelling to universities in Europe.

WHO IS MELDA DOGAN?

A trilingual professional journalist
and digital content producer

I'm a trilingual communications professional, journalist, and digital content producer with over 10 years of international experience in broadcast, digital media, and strategic communications.

I began my journalism career at TRT World in 2016 as an output producer and later a field producer, covering major international news—including Turkey's 2017 referendum, the 2018 presidential elections, and military operations in Syria.

In 2018, I earned a Master's in International Development from King's College London on a scholarship, while continuing to report and produce for TRT World across London and Europe.

By 2019, I transitioned into digital journalism, creating multimedia storytelling and explanatory reporting for global audiences in English, French, and Turkish.

In 2022, my investigative short documentary on lab-grown meat went viral, sparking international debate and leading me to independent and freelance multimedia production.

 

In 2024, I served as Strategic Communications Lead for UNESCO in Nairobi, Kenya, managing communications and public information across Eastern Africa.

In 2025, I worked as a news presenter for Asia One News, anchoring live breaking news and delivering on-air editorial coverage.

Beyond journalism, I have produced and co-produced several award-winning short narrative films screened at international festivals in the United States and Europe.

My short film Etiquette was selected for the Philadelphia Women's Film Festival as part of an international program exploring social behavior and identity.

Another short, The Elevator, screened at the Salerno International Film Festival in Italy, where it was recognized for its atmospheric storytelling and psychological tension.

I also co-produced Gamer Hunter, a stylized short film exploring digital culture and identity, featured in international festival programs.

Across my film work, I focus on visual storytelling, human behavior, and socially driven narratives—bridging my journalism background with independent cinematic production.

 

Today, I work across journalism, strategic communications, and multimedia production—delivering high-impact content for international audiences in English, French, and Turkish.

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MY CLIENTS

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CONTACT

Istanbul/Turkey

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