Reporter · Journalist · Hamburg

Armela Shabi

Reporter and journalist from Albania, recently relocated to Hamburg. Bachelor in Public Relations and Marketing Communication, several years of on-screen experience for leading Albanian TV stations — now looking for an internship to learn the German media landscape from the inside.

Portrait of Armela Shabi
Hamburg Open for internships in 2026
About me

A new chapter in the north.

I grew up in Laç in northern Albania and studied Public Relations and Marketing Communication at Bedër University in Tirana. For several years I worked in front of and behind the camera as a reporter and panel guest for major Albanian TV channels — telling stories about people, society and culture.

The reason I am in Hamburg is a personal one: love brought me here. I am now determined to make this city my professional home as well — to learn the German media landscape, to grow as a journalist and to bring my experience from the Albanian TV world into a new context.

Professional experience

On screen and behind the scenes.

Several years of TV experience in Albania — from political talk shows to lifestyle and cultural programmes.

01/2020 — 04/2026

Reporter & panel guest

National television, Albania

Regular on-air appearances, story research and reporting on social issues, lifestyle and political talk formats. Conducted interviews and live segments under tight broadcast deadlines, working with editors, producers and camera teams.

Top Channel RTSH TV News 24 TV Klan TV Vision Plus TV T7
01/2023 — 05/2023

Online programme: Cybersecurity

Five-month online certificate

Foundations of IT security, digital safety and online verification of sources.

06/2022 — 11/2022

Specialist in Public Administration

Akademia Profesionale ELITA, Tirana

Online professional academy programme, completed with certification.

Education

Studies & school.

Bachelor of Arts

09/2021 — 06/2024 · Bedër University, Tirana

Major in Public Relations and Marketing Communication.

Albanian Matura (Gymnasium)

09/2018 — 06/2021 · ‘At’ Shtjefën Gjeçovi’, Laç

GPA 9.37 / 10. English exam B2 with grade 9.55.

Primary school

09/2009 — 06/2018 · ‘Gjon Gjonaj’, Laç

Recognised as one of the best students in Albania by the Prime Minister (2015).

Languages & skills

What I bring.

AlbanianNative
EnglishB2
GermanAbsolute beginner — first course registered
On-camera presenceStrong
Research & writingStrong
Interview skillsStrong
Intercultural competenceStrong
On air

Selected TV appearances.

A selection of moments from my time as a reporter and panel guest on Albanian national television. Click any thumbnail to watch on YouTube.

Recognitions

Awards & titles.

October 2025

Paris Fashion Week — Model

Runway appearance at Paris Fashion Week.

October 2022

Miss Global International

International title, awarded in Turkey.

September 2022

Miss Top Balkan

International title, awarded in North Macedonia.

2015

Best student in Albania

Award presented by Prime Minister Edi Rama for academic achievement.

Get in touch

Open for new stories.

I am currently looking for an internship in the German media industry — reporting, editorial work, communication or PR. I would love to hear from you.

Based in Hamburg, Germany.