Palesa Boikanyo

I am a Creative and driven communication problem solver and journalist with strong presentation and proven communication skills within diverse settings of volunteer organisations.I was granted the opportunity to gain more experience in the communication/Media field at the University of Witwatersrand Campus Radio Station, as a content producer for a current affairs show called Breaking Ground and a breakfast team news anchor from 07h00 -10h30am. Working there has broadened my skills as a good communicator , writer and broadened my skills in the different types of Microsoft platforms .My other skills include: Sorting, organising and prioritising massive amounts of incoming data.

The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.

The ability to interact with audiences.

Radio News Anchor/ Content Producer Voice of Wits Radio Station.( 2 years)

My Duties consisted of

1.  Assemble findings into a stable story.

   Receive assignments, investigate news tips and leads.

2. Contact, interview and research sources.
3. Maintain notes and audio recordings.
4. Creating and gathering content for current affairs show (Breaking Ground).
5.  Organise overall content, guests, callers and executing competition for the show.

Qualification: Diploma I’m Journalism and Media Studies.

Institution: Damelin College( 2017- 2019)

Matric: National Seniors Diploma Certificate

School: Kismet Secondary School.