Accomplished Journalist and Operations Manager with a proven track record at Mlimani Media, enhancing content engagement and operational efficiency. Expert in leveraging public opinion understanding and effective communication to drive audience growth and streamline processes. Achieved significant improvements in content quality and operational workflows, demonstrating exceptional analytical skills and relationship-building prowess.
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KELVIN JOSEPH MAKWINYA
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Overview
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mlimani Media
Journalist
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Applied understanding of public opinion, social media, and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Provided on-air commentary for local radio and television stations.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
Pyanisa Decor Rentals
Manager of Operations
05.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Education
University of Dar Es SalaamDar Es Salaam
Diploma In Journalism from Journalism
University Overview
Mkongo Secondary SchoolCoastal Region
High School Education
05.2021
University Overview
G.G.Shulua Secondary SchoolDar Es Salaam
Middle School Education
11.2018
University Overview
Skills
- Public opinion understanding
- Interviewing skill
- Investigations expertise
- Media operations knowledge
- Content Creation
- Writing and editing
- Story Development
- Breaking News Coverage
- Public speaking abilities
- Audience Engagement
- Social Media Engagement
- Podcast Production
- Press Release Writing
- Content Management Systems
- Investigative reporting
- Script Writing
- Relationship Building
- Story Editing
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Radio broadcasting
- Continuous Improvement
- Visual Element Development
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Data Analytics
- News Reporting
- Interviewing
- Analytical Skills
- Written Communication
- Time Management
- Community Events
- Task Prioritization
- Creative Writing
- Interpersonal Skills
- Public and Media Relations
- Headline writing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Live Broadcast Direction
- Online News Content
- Daily Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Investigative Reports
- Fact-checking
- Team building
- Organizational Skills
- Sports Reporting
- Feature Writing
- Telephone Interviews
- Team Collaboration
- Public Speaking
- Publication Development
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Journalist
Mlimani Media
08.2023 - Current
Manager of Operations
Pyanisa Decor Rentals
05.2022 - 07.2023
University of Dar Es Salaam
Diploma In Journalism from Journalism
Mkongo Secondary School
High School Education
G.G.Shulua Secondary School
Middle School Education
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