Muhammad Fahad Hamid
(He/Him)
Karachi
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Covers:
Socio-Political Developments
Media Intelligence & Communication
Civic Events & Public Interest
Regional Policy & Socio-Economic Issues
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Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
Junior Sub Editor
Have you ever used a typewriter?
No
How is social media changing news?
Social media has made news faster and more interactive. But it has also made verification more important, because information can spread before the facts are confirmed.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Probably Clark Kent (Superman)
What does it mean to be a journalist?
To me, being a journalist means finding the truth, understanding the story behind the facts, and presenting it fairly. It’s not just about reporting what happened, but asking the right questions, verifying information, and helping people understand why it matters.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
Probably #FakeNews — especially when people use it just because they don’t like a story. The irony is what makes it funny.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
I prefer a short, clear pitch with the main idea upfront, backed by relevant facts or data. If it makes me curious to know more, even better.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I mainly use media intelligence and monitoring platforms, along with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other research and reporting tools.
What's your favorite social network?
Instagram
Who do you wish followed you?
I’d like more journalists, media professionals, and people working in strategic communications to follow me. I enjoy connecting with people who challenge ideas and share different perspectives.
Why did you become a journalist?
I became a journalist because I’ve always been curious about how things happen and why people think the way they do. Journalism gave me a way to ask questions, understand stories, and turn information into something meaningful for others.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, I didn’t work for my high school newspaper. My interest in journalism developed later during my university years, where I studied Mass Communication and started gaining practical experience in news and media.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
I’m most proud of the story I worked on involving the IMF and Farooq Sattar. It required careful research, fact-checking, and connecting the political and economic context. It was a good example of journalism that went beyond the headline.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Stay curious and never stop asking questions. Verify everything, learn to look beyond the obvious, and don’t be afraid to challenge your own assumptions. Most importantly, protect your credibility—once you lose it, it’s hard to get back.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Morning 9-11 am everyday
What's the best pitch you ever got?
The best pitch I’ve received was simple, timely, and made me curious enough to dig deeper. That’s what a good pitch should do.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
Probably pitches that are too vague, overly promotional, or clearly haven’t been researched.
What's your favorite drink?
My favorite drink is chai.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Probably spending time with my family
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
I’d say Reuters. I like its straightforward reporting.
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
I think people often assume media research is just about collecting news. In reality, it’s about understanding patterns, narratives, and what the information actually means.
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