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Oslo, Norway

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

- Freelance Television creative and content producer scriptwriter - Paramount International. This role involves creating a treatment and storyboard based on what is required by the client. - scriptwriting- location sourcing - being on location when the shoot occurs so as to provide camera crew and presenters with direction and ensure that all content required is attained. Radio presenter and host at online radio station Eurotrashmusic - responsibilities included setting up guests for interviews and content creation - a journalist for Music Industry Online ( MIO) - and www.samusicscene.co.za both involved either attending launches, concerts or performances and writing articles based on these, as well as interviewing a myriad of musicians. - Freelance Senior Producer with Ultimate Media - Responsible for the implementation and execution of the Coca Cola " Christmas Feeling Campaign" across 29 radio stations ( Commercial, Public Broadcasters and African Language Stations at the South African Broadcasting Corporation - Hiring and managing the Junior producers for the campaign - ensuring that there was synchronicity for every competition moment from 6 am - 6 pm across all of the stations, daily, during the duration of the campaign - Consulting Content Creative Producer for the conceptual phase of a 13 part television programme called Pop Up TV aired on SABC 3 in South Africa.

Norway

Joymo is a tech company specialising in OTT creation for sports organisations. I own the Marketing and Communications strategy and with a B2B and D2C focus, my job description is multifaceted. It includes driving inbound marketing and integrated marketing strategies, marketing campaigns, creating concepts and executing on content strategies and campaigns for all Joymo online platforms. I develop and execute on the content and communication plans and drive specific communications initiatives for Joymo and our global client base.I conduct media management, strategise digital paid marketing efforts and also manage online communication channels ensuring a singular voice across platforms. I am responsible for the content on the Joymo website as well as the creation of digital marketing toolkits and the creative strategy for our partners/clients. In addition I lead on brand equity content strategy and implementation on Joymo tech products: Joymo Share App, Joymo TV, Joymo Connect as well as our various partners. Furthermore my scope of work encompasses: video production, video editing, social media management and toolkit creation, creative directing, scriptwriting, research, conducting interviews, writing industry-related articles, product-focused write-ups, and blogs for the website for organic SEO. I am responsible for email marketing campaigns; tailoring messaging, developing customer journeys, writing articles, copywriting. In addition, I action above the line media communication efforts for Joymo in Above The Line media. I produce and facilitate the production of bespoke content on clients' respective OTT platforms. I structure affiliate marketing opportunities and online competitions for clients. I direct and manage external designer/editor suppliers on a project-by-project basis. I also lead on PR efforts with our external consultant.

France

I was the lead English journalist and podcast and video host and producer for Editions HF's Paris Radio Show, formerly known as Salon de La Radio/ The European Radio Show. Editions HF is a communications hub operating in editing and publishing, database and advertising management, editing and publishing ,event planning and communication training. I was tasked with finding topics, guests, and speakers for the podcast, developing new and innovative ideas. Notable highlights include: 1)Sole English Radio Host for UNESCO's World Radio Day at UNESCO's HQ in Paris. The topic explored Peace, Dialogue and Tolerance. This was broadcast live in Paris and online via connectonair.com. 2) Host and technical producer of a radio/podcast show and online video series at the The Paris Radio Show. My other responsibilities included taking editorial ownership of the online website, The Radio Letter. My role at The Radio Letter was editor/ journalist where I wrote white paper articles about radio trends and advancements as well as interviewed radio industry thought leaders.

Birthmark is a creative marketing agency offering creative direction, video editing, broadcast CI design, animation, maintenance and many more. As Creative Channel Head my core responsibilities were to ensure high-quality work was created for our broadcast and online clients. Innovation, creativity, and administration are the key components of my job. I led the copywriting and overall creative direction of video content for brand and product awareness through engaging marketing. My role also involved 360-degree promo video direction which included conceptualising, copywriting and collaborating and directing video editors and graphic designers. I also handled the brand awareness and visibility of the clients we work with via on-air and social media content. I ensured that communication was consistent across clients products brands, platforms, and channels for commercial and corporate.My position also required me to supervise my accounts daily workflow, assign project workload, and monitor deadlines, manage and approve all work produced by junior and mid-level copywriters while also working closely with the Executive Creative Director on new client pitches and strategic thinking for growing our portfolio. Clients include Discovery, BBC, DStv, Sanlam, Discovery, Telviva One, TakeAlot, SuperSport, ShowMax.- I won a Promax ( Silver Award) in 2021 for Best Brand Campaign for a Mothers Day Campaign where I was the Lead Creative.

France

-Content creator and journalist for www.theradioletter.com- Research trends and the latest radio industry related projections. - podcasting- content creation - white paper article writing- sourcing and interviewing industry thoughtleaders and innovators- copywriting- Website management - social media management

Bonn Area, Germany

Deutsche Welle (DW) is Germany's international broadcaster and one of the most successful international media outlets. DW provides impartial news and information, giving people worldwide the opportunity to form their own opinions, assess issues of local and global significance and participate in social debates as active and informed citizens. My role was that of radio journalist. I was a field reporter reporting on stories of human interest where I sourced interviewees, conducted interviews, did the technical audio editing and production and packaged interviews.

Norway

IDAG is a non-profit organisation seeking to promote, facilitate and coordinate DMB initiatives around the world. This includes DAB, DAB+ and additional services. IDAG is an organisation that has a content and services related viewpoint, something that is also reflected by the member companies. Its members are primarily broadcasters or DMB/DAB/DAB+ network operators.My roles included the following:- Communications and Marketing department- Maintain and develop a network with the appropriate stakeholders-Intel acquirer- Marketing IDAG services in Africa and Europe- Promote, facilitate and negotiate digital radio services internationallyIn broader strokes : My roles involve the retaining and acquiring of new B2B clients to use IDAG services which include: app development,roaming services and interactive touch screen radio and TV. Together with the President of the organisation, I also create press releases, write web copy, presentations, reports as well as attend to client queries. I coordinate all communication for the team and stakeholders and provideadministrative support to the President. Updating project plans; updating lists and supporting the creation of multimedia content is another responsibility.The clientele I work with ranges from South Africa to France, Norway and Germany.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

In 2018 I launched Hot TV, the online video content hub for the radio station HOT 102.7. Hot TV featurED behind the scenes moments, exclusive interviews, visual promos, client video content, station campaigns, events. My role as Creative Producer included scriptwriting, directing, handling budgets and creating a synergy between radio ( on air), and online with the social media manager of the station. I developed and managed projects and led a crew of editors and cameramen where I also oversaw all technical (edit, graphic, sound) aspects of content produced. I worked closely with a Social Media Manager to ensure that there was a synergy between on air, online and video content produced.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

- On Air Contributor on multiple Liberty Radio Award-winning, morning show: Joburg's Hottest Breakfast Show.- Traffic compiler and reporter- Content Creation - Organising and securing interviewees.- The host of Liberty Radio nominated (2018) South African Music Show , The Sound of SA. - Content production of features- Organise guests- Technical production- Secure and conduct interviews

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

- Research and campaign recruitment on a per-project / campaign basis.- PR Assistant on campaigns.- Clients and campaigns include: Google SA, PS Cadbury, Halls SA, Oreo: Dunk Challenge ( Global Campaign) and Kentucky Fried Chicken.- The PS Cadbury "PS Give A Dress" Campaign Won: Corporate Responsibility: Bronze Award at the 2017 PRISM Awards.

Oslo Area, Norway

I was a Journalist for Norway's Joint Council for Africa, Afrika.No. Afrika.no is Norway's leading online magazine focusing on a myriad of subject manner about countries in Africa. This more detailed approach to journalism, shifts the lens and gives readers a nuanced picture through reports, analyses, essays and commentaries that shed light on everything from culture, history of ideas and philosophy to social life, politics and economics.My role was that of a journalist, covering stories around Southern Africa, namely South Africa and Zimbabwe. My scope of work included: Researching relevant stories, interviewing sources and writing articles.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

– Content Producer for the syndicated, award-winning Jeremy Mansfield.- features co-creation- booking guests - call screening- technical operator of the technical controls- editing packages and features used on the show.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

- Content Producer for Season 13 - ensuring content is aligned with the sponsors on the show so as to build viewership, enhance brand value, and sponsorship value and business development- conceptualise episodes for Lifestyle/Magazine Television Show which aired on South Africa's national broadcaster: 3 (SABC 3)-scripting for inserts and studio shoots- organising all content including inserts/location shoots- sourcing and booking all guests- Maintain an extensive contact database - Manage external content partners and freelancers

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

-content creation on the show Sistahood. Sistahood is a youth magazine/talk show. -scripting studio and location inserts/shoots.- research -writing promo’s to support full-length episodes.

Pretoria Area, South Africa

- Assisting on various on air and off air campaigns, features, best practise white papers, music scheduling and marketing activations and projects in the Programming Department at Commercial Radio station, Jacaranda FM.

Honours Degree, Bachelor Of Journalism And Media Studies In Television And Documentary Making, Honours Degree

Activities and Societies: Rhodes Music Radio - Show Host and Content Producer - 2008-2011 Rhodes Music Radio - Programming Manager.

Bachelor'S Degree, Advanced Certification: Journalism And Media Studies, B

Advanced Certification in Journalism and Media Studies covering modules in: broadcasting, online journalism and marketing

Digital Marketing, Marketing

12 Courses in 1 2 Courses in 1 Mastering 12 major online marketing topics and comprising 20+ hours of lectures & practice activities..

Advanced Certification, Journalism

Journalism And Media Studies

Journalism And Media Studies

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