I’m Celal Cevirgen, An International multimedia journalist working with Voice of America.

Innovator in Multimedia Storytelling: Celal Cevirgen is not just a journalist; he is a multimedia storyteller who has mastered the art of delivering news across various platforms. His expertise spans traditional TV broadcasting, cutting-edge digital media, and immersive VR/AR experiences. By seamlessly integrating technology and journalistic insight, Cevirgen creates engaging content that resonates with global audiences. 

Global Journalist: War zones to summits.

Celal Cevirgen is an award-winning international multimedia journalist with over 30 years of experience in TV, web, and social media. His career includes covering major international events like the UN General Assemblies, NATO summits, and the Olympic Games. He has a strong background in both TV and web news, with skills in news gathering, video production, and editing. Cevirgen has worked in about 100 countries, including conflict zones like Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, demonstrating his adaptability and global perspective. He is adept at creating engaging media content and has experience in determining effective news delivery strategies. Beyond his field work, Cevirgen has also lectured on media and has experience managing the “Zoom Awards,” an international news competition. He’s known for quickly adapting to new media technologies and maintains a commitment to accuracy and objectivity.

EXPERIENCE

2016-PRESENT

Voice of America, Washington, DC

2014-2016

TRT World, Washington, DC

2006-2014

Turkish Radio and Television, Ankara, TURKEY

2002-2006

TRTTURK, Baki, AZERBAIJAN

2000-2002

TRT, News Department, Ankara, TURKEY

1999-2000

TRT Deuscht, Berlin, GERMANY

1992-1999

TRT, News Department, Ankara, TURKEY

PANJSHİR VALLEY, AFGHANISTAN - 2001
Operation Enduring Freedom began in October 2001 in response to September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States.
ATLANTA OLYMPIC GAMES - 1996
The first bombing incident occurred at Centennial Olympic Park, where thousands of visitors had gathered on the ninth day of the 1996 Summer Olympics. A Turkish cameraman, Melih Uzunyol, died of a heart attack responding to the blast.
Non-Aligned Movement summit IN IRAN 2012
The 16th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement was held from 26 to 31 August 2012 in Tehran, Iran. The summit was attended by leaders of 120 countries, including 24 presidents, 3 kings, 8 prime ministers and 50 foreign ministers.
MANILA, Philippines - 1998

AWARDS

  • THE AMERICAN COVERAGE REPORTS AWARDS

The Best Documentary 2018

  • DAVID BURKE AWARDS

Distinguished Journalism Awards 2018

  • THE AMERICAN COVERAGE REPORTS AWARDS

Human Story 2017

  • CGD AWARDS

The Best TV Documentary of the Year 2013

  • Associtaion of Turkish News Cameraman

The Best News Documentary 2012

  • ASSOCITAION OF TURKISH NEWS CAMERAMAN

News of the Year 2005

  • TFMD AWARDS

News Image of the Years 2001

  • TRT AWARDS

The Best News Video Shooting 1999

  • ASSOCITAION OF PHOTO JOURNALIST

News Image of the Years 1994

  • I ALSO HAVE DOZENS OF CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT THROUGHOUT MY PROFESSIONAL LIFE.

TV SHOWS

  • THE NEWS STORY

Awarded Documentary Film

  • THE GUARD

Innovation Award

THE NEWS STORY

Dozens of events happen every day in the world. But under what conditions and how are these events filmed and delivered to us? Come and witness the events closely to get the images you watch while sitting in your armchairs.
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The Guard

It tells the story of the bodyguards responsible for the President's security. You can find out how they are trained and what they look out for in this show.
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It tells the story of the bodyguards responsible for the President's security. You can find out how they are trained and what they look out for in this show.
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