School of Media and Communication Studies

Syed Zeeshan Haider Naqvi

Transmission Officer

A highly experienced Broadcast and Media specialist with 17 years in FM radio operations, transmission oversight, technical management, and multimedia content development. He has been associated with  Pakistan’s prominent radio network FM100 for 9 years and currently manages core broadcasting functions at UCP Radio FM 92.6.He directs transmission operations, monitors technical workflows.His areas of expertise include live transmission management, studio handling, audio editing and mixing, sound design, station branding, show production, documentary making, commercial and promo creation, and providing technical support for all broadcast activities. Acknowledged for his technical proficiency, and dedication to broadcast excellence, he has played a key role in ensuring smooth transmission and producing engaging, technically sound, and listener-centric content that has significantly contributed to the growth and reputation of UCP Radio FM 92.6.

Mr. Mustafa Yasir

Transmission Officer

A seasoned Broadcast and Media Professional with over 18 years of experience in FM radio broadcasting, transmission management, technical operations, and multimedia production, he has worked with some of Pakistan's leading radio networks, including transmission operations, supervises technical workflows, and leads the technical team to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality broadcasting. His expertise encompasses live broadcast transmission, studio operations, audio post-production, sound editing and design, station imaging, program production, documentaries, commercials, promotional content, and technical support for broadcast productions. Recognized for his technical excellence, leadership, and commitment to maintaining the highest broadcast standards, he has consistently ensured seamless transmission while delivering creative, technically robust, and audience-focused media productions that contribute significantly to the success of UCP Radio FM92.6.

Mr. Farhan Afzal

Transmission officer – UCP FM Radio

Mr. Muhammad Sualeh Haider

Transmission Officer – UCP FM Radio

Mr. Sohail Anwaar

Associate Producer – UCP FM Radio

Ms. Mariyam Idrees

Senior Lecturer

Ms. Mariyam Idrees Sandhu is a visual artist, graphic designer, and Senior Lecturer at the University of Central Punjab (UCP), with extensive experience in art, design, and visual communication. She holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design from the University of the Punjab, a Postgraduate Diploma in Interior Design from the National College of Arts (NCA), and a one-year diploma in Graphic Design. With over six years of professional experience in digital brand management, marketing, and layout design, she has developed expertise in visual storytelling and digital communication. Her professional portfolio includes designing more than 300 mini websites for Alibaba. Her artistic practice encompasses watercolour painting, calligraphy, drawing, graphic design, and digital art. She has participated in numerous national and international exhibitions and competitions, including the world's largest painting event recognized by Guinness World Records in 2012. Her achievements include first position in the Toyota Painting Competition, a silver medal from the Art & Photography Society at King Edward Medical University, and third position in the Islamic Art Society competition in the USA in 2024 and 2026. She has also held two solo painting exhibitions, showcasing her distinctive artistic expression and creative vision. As an educator, Ms. Mariyam is committed to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and practical design skills among students. Through her academic and professional experience, she continues to inspire emerging artists and designers while contributing to visual communication and contemporary art.

Dr. Saleem Akhtar Maghrana

Assistant Professor &
(PhD Program Coordinator and FILO)

Dr. Saleem Akhtar is an accomplished academic and media professional with over 10 years of experience in teaching, research, and industry practice. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor and MPhil/MS Program Coordinator at the Faculty of Media and Mass Communication, UCP. He holds a PhD in Media Studies and was a Visiting PhD Scholar at Cardiff University’s School of Journalism, Media, and Culture, UK. Additionally, he earned an MPhil in Communication Studies and an MBA from The CTL Euro College, Cyprus. With prior leadership roles as Head of Department at UCP TV and Production House, as well as production experience at GNN TV and Midas (Pvt.) Ltd., Dr. Saleem bridges academia and industry expertise. His research focuses on journalism, broadcast media, digital communication, and political communication, with multiple published papers and supervised theses at FMMC, UCP.

Ms. Ifra Mahmood

Coordinator at FMMC

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