Multimedia Journalist, Standard Media Group, Aug 2019 ‐ Current, Nairobi
- Anchored news broadcast programs like Darubini ya Afrika that aired on KTN News every Sunday at 6PM
- I extensively covered health and human-interest stories that saw me win several awards in Kenya and Africa
- Covered breaking news stories by quickly responding to the alerts and delivering up-to-the-minute information. I covered Kenya’s general elections in 2022
- Performed on-camera and off-camera interviews with cited and anonymous sources
- Worked closely with station personnel to support broadcast functions. This included producing news programs, editing scripts and coordinating on air activities
- Wrote stories for Standard Digital and the Standard Newspaper. I also took part in production of “My Health Magazine” a weekly pullout on the Standard Newspaper.
- Gathered facts to develop solid perspectives on news stories and drafted concepts aligned with company vision.
- Produced factual stories for the publication based on interviews, research and first-hand observations.
- Introduced news stories, video segments, or live feeds from anchors on location.
- Discussed issues with producers and news managers to establish priorities or positions.
Content Editor,
Opera Mini, Jul 2018 ‐ Jul 2019, Nairobi,Kenya
- Sent push notification messages, ensured click through rate on our stories are on all time high
- Drove creation of quality content in variety of engaging formats including social media platforms
- Conducted in-depth research and stayed up-to-date on industry and competitor content.
- Used appropriate voice tones and diction to compose engaging content for audiences of various ages.
- Identified and advocated for adoption of new tools and best practices for communicating organizational content.
- Collaborated with teammates on editorial calendar and on visual layouts, interactions and tone.
- Fact-checked pieces using verifiable resources and flagged problematic passages.
Communications Assistant,
Futbol Mas, Apr 2018 ‐ Jul 2018, Nairobi, Kenya
- Maintained key media relations and contacts and monitored media clips and reports. Promoted clients by writing engaging press releases and social media posts detailing their upcoming appearances.
- Developed external communication in line with company's business strategy and marketing mission. I was in charge of coordinating communication with the headquarters in Chile
- Wrote leadership messages and presentations to address employees with company and location-specific information
- Executed social media strategy, maintained and moderated online presence and administered analytics.
- Supported brand initiatives, including cataloging efforts and reported back to global partners in Chile to facilitate brand recognition.
Managed all facets of the organization's media relations and public communications
