Huma Qureshi (journalist)
Huma Qureshi | |
|---|---|
| Born | Huma Qureshi Wolverhampton, UK |
| Nationality | UK |
| Citizenship | UK |
| Alma mater | Warwick University, Science-Po[1] |
| Occupation | Journalist[1] |
| Known for | Journalism, Print, Radio and Occasional TV[1] |
| Website | http://humaqureshi.co.uk |
Huma Qureshi is a freelance journalist who writes features on culture, literature film, food, design, homes, property, travel & lifestyle.[1]
Qureshi is a former member of the Consumer team for the Guardian and Observer.[2]
Background
Huma got her first break at The Observer, where she was offered a job as a reporter after having worked as an intern for three months. She also wrote features for The Guardian for five years before leaving to go freelance in 2010.[1]
She now writes for various titles, including The Guardian, The Independent', The i, The Times, and Woman & Home. Huma also appears on BBC Asian Network and appearing as "Money Girl".[1]
Awards
Huma has won following awards;[1]
- 2008 – Women of the Future Media Awards (Commended)
- 2008 – Finalist in the Prince of Wales Mosaic Talent awards (Arts, Culture and Media category)
- 2007 – BritStar: Outstanding Young British Pakistani by the High Commission of Pakistan
- 2007 – Most Promising Newcomer at the BIBA press awards.