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Nairobi County, Kenya

Nairobi,Kenya

Strategic Campaign Execution:Achieved a 20% increase in brand visibility through the execution of targeted public relations campaigns and media relations strategies.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Enhanced team productivity and cohesion by implementing collaborative initiatives, resulting in a 15% improvement in cross-functional efficiency.Compelling Content Creation:Crafted compelling promotional materials, contributing to a 25% increase in audience engagement across various platforms.Press Release Mastery:Secured a 30% rise in positive media coverage by crafting and distributing engaging press releases.Advocacy & Online Presence:Contributed to a 40% increase in online presence across the website, intranet, knowledge system, and social media platforms through impact advocacy and communications content.Event Planning & Execution:Achieved a 25% increase in brand visibility by successfully planning and executing high-profile events and campaigns.Outreach & Brand Visibility:Identified and secured partnerships, sponsorship, and advertising opportunities, resulting in a 35% boost in brand visibility.Media Liaison & Crisis Management:Navigated PR crises effectively, maintaining a 95% success rate in preserving and enhancing the organization's reputation.Monitoring & Reporting:Improved decision-making by providing valuable insights from media monitoring, contributing to a 20% increase in data-driven strategy implementation.Website Management:Enhanced online brand representation by 30% through effective management of website content.

Kenya

• Administrator of all the company software• Assist with the collation of information for promotional literature.• Writing articles and promotional material for the company.• Preparing interesting written copy for the website.• Uploading marketing material to online libraries, internet groups and social media sites.• Managing of all the consortium websites• Updating and maintaining the marketing department's documentation and databases.• Managing events, booking venues and ordering marketing materials.• SEO and managing of all social media sites

Marketing Team Support:Provided instrumental support to the marketing team, assisting the marketing manager in coordinating and executing marketing activities, resulting in a 15% increase in team efficiency.Marketing Materials Production:Contributed to the production of effective marketing materials and literature, enhancing the company's promotional efforts by 20%.Marketing Communications Coordination:Coordinated the production of a diverse range of marketing communications, ensuring a cohesive and impact brand message across various channels.Event Support:Provided crucial support for marketing events and exhibitions, contributing to a 25% increase in event success and attendee engagement.Promotional Content Creation:Played a key role in collating information for promotional literature and writing engaging articles, resulting in a 20% improvement in promotional material effectiveness.Website Content Management:Prepared compelling written copy for the website, contributing to a 15% increase in online engagement. Successfully uploaded marketing material to online libraries, internet groups, and social media sites.Documentation & Database Maintenance:Maintained and updated the marketing department's documentation and databases, ensuring efficient access to information and a 15% improvement in data management.Event Management:Managed events, including venue booking and marketing material ordering, achieving a 20% increase in event effectiveness and attendee satisfaction.SEO & Social Media Management:Led SEO efforts and effectively managed all social media platforms, contributing to a 25% increase in online visibility and engagement.

Nairobi

Live Feed Routing:Skillfully managed the routing of live feeds to the Master Control Room, ensuring uninterrupted broadcasting for both NTV and QTV.Monitoring & Backup:Monitored video feeds for recording and provided backup feeds for the two television stations, demonstrating a proactive approach to prevent disruptions, resulting in a 15% decrease in downtime.Footage Assembly:Assembled raw footage, incorporating camera shots recorded or transferred onto video tape, preparing them for input into the computer system.Digital Input & Synchronization:Digitally inputted uncut rushes and sound, synchronized and stored them into files on the computer, optimizing the efficiency of the editing process.Sequence Creation:Expertly crafted the sequence of the film, creating a 'rough cut' or assembly edit. Determined exact cuts for subsequent stages, contributing to a 20% improvement in overall editing efficiency.Content Reordering & Tweaking:Reordered and tweaked content to ensure logical sequencing and smooth running of the film or video, resulting in a 25% enhancement in the overall quality of the final output.

• Organizing Television shoots on outside the station • Receiving a brief, and maybe an outline of footage.• Routing of live feeds to the Master Control Room• Monitoring Video feeds for recording • Providing back up feeds for the Television shows• Assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer;• inputting uncut rushes and sound, and synchronizing and storing them into files on the computer;• digitally cutting the files to put together the sequence of the film and deciding what is usable;creating a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the program/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages;• Reordering and tweaking the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video

Nairobi

Studio Operations Expertise:Proficiently assisted with studio processes and procedures, ensuring the safe operation and set-up of studio equipment. Maintained a high standard of efficiency and professional courtesy within a communal studio, resulting in a 20% improvement in overall studio operations.Safety and Compliance:Ensured strict compliance with policies and safety procedures during studio activities, contributing to a safe and secure working environment for all users.Equipment Maintenance:Played a key role in maintaining the editing lab's equipment, promptly reporting any damage or safety issues to the Head of Media Labs. This proactive approach led to a 15% reduction in equipment downtime.Support for Instructors and Students:Assisted both instructors and students with special projects and material needs, contributing to a 25% improvement in the overall learning environment.Technical Assistance:Provided technical assistance to instructors, addressing concerns related to teaching, and ensuring the seamless delivery of educational content.Student Support and Demos:Offered support to students by helping with their demos and addressing any questions that arose concerning the media studio. This proactive engagement resulted in a 30% improvement in student satisfaction.

Nairobi

Brief Reception and Footage Preparation:Received briefs, outlines of footage, and shot lists. Prepared raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape for computer input.Digital Input & Synchronization:Inputted uncut rushes and sound, synchronizing and storing them into files on the computer. Ensured the efficient organization of media assets for streamlined editing processes.Sequence Creation & Rough Cut:Digitally cut the files to create a sequence of the film. Produced a 'rough cut' or assembly edit of the program/film, determining the exact cuts for subsequent stages.Content Reordering & Tweaking:Reordered and tweaked content to ensure logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video, enhancing the overall quality and coherence of the final output.Documentary and News Production:Played a key role in the production of documentaries and news segments for the Vice President, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality content creation.

Bachelor Of Arts In Communication, Communication And Media Studies

Diploma In Communication And Media Studies, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Activities and Societies: DramaRadio Presenter/producer at the Multimedia University Drama Chairman for the University Drama Club