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Didi Onwuanyi

Journalist
New York City,New York

Summary

Diligent, ambitious professional offering story development, news, and special program anchoring expertise, along with a strong understanding of communication within media industries. Contacted potential interviewees and arranged interview slots for broadcast programs before conducting interviews. Detail-oriented with great listening and people engagement skills, and eager to learn.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

WNYU Podcast Host

WNYU
New York , New York
2 2024 - Current
  • Edit podcast via Adobe Premiere to be broadcasted on 89.1 FM
  • Film and edit video for each podcast episode; set up lighting for podcast shoots
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing
  • Received positive feedback from both guests and listeners alike
  • Improved audience retention by consistently delivering informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking content
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with guests for compelling interviews and conversations
  • Engaged listeners through social media platforms to increase station visibility

Music Journalist/News Editor

MXDWN
New York , New York
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Wrote and published 15+ stories about entertainment industry
  • Worked with music labels' public relation team on articles to advertise clients' work
  • Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight
  • Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings
  • Mentored junior journalists by offering constructive feedback on their work and sharing industry insights
  • Enhanced readership by crafting compelling and well-researched articles on various music genres and artists

Journalism Intern

Mixspot LLC
New York , New York
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • Conduct research on new artists, albums, and singles across multiple genres to write reviews for publication on company website; written 10+ articles
  • Communicate directly with CEO to provide recommendations on future podcast episodes and feedback on past content to help maximize audience engagement
  • Improved writing skills through consistent feedback from editors, leading to higher-quality content
  • Managed multiple assignments simultaneously while prioritizing tasks based on importance and deadline requirements
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Music and Journalism

New York University, College of Arts And Science
New York, NY
09.2020 - Current

Skills

Video Editing

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Creative Writing Experience

Written scripts for multimedia journalism projects featured on personal website, Experience writing scripts for Film and Stage (Samples available upon request), 07/2023, Receive requests via LinkedIn from independent artists to review singles, Created personal blog, State of the Arts, speaking on various topics in the entertainment industry

Leadership Experience

  • NYU Vocaholics, New York, NY, Assistant Music Director, 09/2022, 09/2023, Create music arrangements for group’s public performances (13 member group), Collaborate with 5 officers to organize weekly meetings and plan events and performances (vendor and space planning and outreach, marketing, and other tasks), Plan, oversee and lead practices for entire group: manage warm-up session, create practice outline, provided individual feedback and support to members and adjust practice as needed
  • Femme It Forward, New York, NY, Next Gem Femme Mentee, 08/2023, Present, Top one percent picked to be mentored by women in entertainment, Create career goals with mentor, Develop new skills and strategies for workforce, Create pitch decks for various projects

Timeline

Music Journalist/News Editor

MXDWN
12.2023 - 03.2024

Journalism Intern

Mixspot LLC
04.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Music and Journalism

New York University, College of Arts And Science
09.2020 - Current

WNYU Podcast Host

WNYU
2 2024 - Current

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