FLORENCE LOOI
Communications Specialist
Kuala Lumpur,14
Summary
Accomplished former international broadcast journalist with extensive experience reporting on social issues across Asia. Committed to advancing a more equitable, sustainable and compassionate world through my proficiency in storytelling and communications.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
TV Correspondent
Aljazeera Media Network
03.2010 - 03.2024
- Covered major events such as regional summits and general elections
- Cultivated local sources to deliver exclusive reports
- Delivered breaking news stories from around the Asian region including natura disasters and terror attacks
- Adapted writing style for various media platforms such as online, TV and social media
Broadcast Journalist and News Anchor
ntv7, Media Prima Bhd
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Reported on current affairs and business news in Malaysia
- Producer and Host of current affairs talk show, 'Point of View'.
Journalist and News Presenter
AMP Radio Networks (now Astro Radio Sdn Bhd)
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Wrote and presented news bulletins for English language radio stations.
Senior Legal Associate
Zaid Ibrahim & Co
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Involved in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance including IPOs and other corporate exercises
- Conducted due diligence, drafted corporate agreements, and rendered legal advice on corporate matters.
Legal Associate
Messrs Raslan Loong (now Raslan Loong, Shen & Eow)
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Involved in corporate finance including IPOs and other corporate exercises
Travel Executive
Sedunia Travel Services Sdn Bhd
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Identified, designed, and marketed innovative travel experiences
- Planned and led overseas excursions for organised groups.
Pupil, and Legal Associate
Lee Hishammuddin
09.1999 - 12.2021
- Drafted court pleadings and represented clients in court
Education
Bachelor of Laws -
01.1995 - 1 1998
Skills
Effective Communication
Problem-solving abilities
Planning and coordination
Interpersonal Skills
Adaptable and Flexible
Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Licensed Gyrotonic Trainer (2023)
- Contributed a chapter on financial reporting requirements to online publication, Financial Reporting Asia Pacific, published by CCH Asia Pte Limited (2005)
Timeline
TV Correspondent - Aljazeera Media Network
03.2010 - 03.2024
Broadcast Journalist and News Anchor - ntv7, Media Prima Bhd
01.2007 - 03.2010
Journalist and News Presenter - AMP Radio Networks (now Astro Radio Sdn Bhd)
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Legal Associate - Zaid Ibrahim & Co
01.2003 - 01.2005
Legal Associate - Messrs Raslan Loong (now Raslan Loong, Shen & Eow)
01.2002 - 01.2003
Travel Executive - Sedunia Travel Services Sdn Bhd
01.2001 - 01.2002
Pupil, and Legal Associate - Lee Hishammuddin
09.1999 - 12.2021
University of Manchester, UK - Bachelor of Laws,
01.1995 - 1 1998