Amir Said - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

Amir Said (he/him) is a journalist and photographer based in Calgary, Alberta. He holds a Bachelor's of Arts and Certificate in Nonprofit Sector Leadership & Innovation from the University of Regina and Luther College respectively. Amir has interviewed high-profile celebrities, covered breaking news, and made significant community impacts with his articles. As a multimedia reporter with the Western Wheel and Great West Media, Amir uses his writing and photography skills to cover daily news, municipal and provincial politics, and more. Amir was the recipient of the Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation (SCIC) 2023 Global Citizen Award for his work in cultural inclusivity and awareness. As a student journalist, his articles on multiculturalism earned him the OMNI Scholarship in Ethnic & Third-Language Journalism, while his demonstrated writing and research skills through his various publications earned him the Bell Media Award in Journalism.

Content

Total articles 40

• Okotoks robotics team wins top award, qualifies for provincials

  By Amir Said Verified

  Feb. 20, 2024

• Steve Pineo to headline Beneath the Arch this weekend

  By Amir Said Verified

  Feb. 20, 2024

• Turner Valley students quadruple fundraising goal at charity market

  By Amir Said Verified

  Feb. 19, 2024

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Company Info

Western Wheel

Great West Media L.P. is a community newspaper publishing company based in St. Albert, Alberta. Founded in 1995, it operates as a private entity and is jointly owned by Glacier Media and Jamison Newspapers. The company specializes in producing quality journalism in both online and print formats, publishing 20 weekly newspapers and their corresponding websites across Alberta. In addition to its publications, Great West Media offers holistic marketing campaigns to connect local businesses with their audiences. Their Gazette Press division provides commercial printing services, operating 24/7 and specializing in newspapers, directories, flyers, calendars, and periodicals. With a readership of over 925,000 across 19 markets in Alberta and a strong online presence, Great West Media is a significant player in the local media landscape.