FAITH WANGUI MWANGI
Summary
I am self-driven, ambitious, innovative and analytical, a fast learner and pride myself as a true team player with good interpersonal skills. I possess a great desire to prosper in all work that I venture into. I desire to work within a challenging and rewarding environment, which will give an opportunity to utilize my acquired skills, apply my academic knowledge that leads to both personal and organizational growth to international standards.
Development and operational effectiveness: Ability to lead strategic planning results based management and reporting. Ability to go beyond established procedures and models, propose new approaches which expand the range of programs.
Relationship builder: I have a strong ability to create relationships for a company brand and I am also able to connect with consumers directly to help them with their questions, issues and concerns.
Teamwork: I Possess strong commitment to team environment dynamic with the ability to contribute expertise and follow any marketing directives at appropriate times. Interpersonal and communication skills: I am able to build an understanding of client needs and concerns and express these to other members of my team. Commercial awareness: I have an understanding of the market, consumer wants, needs and business requirements of the clients. Knowledge of trade publications and company press releases.
Planning and organizing: Refined planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support and ad-hoc responsibilities in a timely and professional manner. I have served as an Assistant Production manager with a year's worth of experience providing specific support to highly trained teams. Offers exemplary communication and time management skills. Creative Production Assistant supporting crew needs and generating content according to direction of management. Viewer-focused support staff completing tasks with the end product in mind.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
First Assistant Director, Talent Manager, production assistant
True D pictures
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Prepare sets and fellow crew members for filming
- Handle various administrative tasks throughout productions
- Coordinate and communicate with fellow production staff
- Help ensure smooth operations while on set
- Ensure the casts are well taken care of and their needs are met
- Planning the productions schedule with the director
- Drawing up call sheets and making sure everyone is meeting their call time and production is progressing as scheduled
- Controlling discipline on set and resolving any conflicts that may rise up
- Liaised with composers and sound designers to create soundtrack and enhance overall cinematic experience.
Production assistant
True-D Pictures
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Organized and maintained contracts, release forms and production reports for accurate record-keeping
- Worked closely with producers to research, select and locate required footage for broadcast
- Accomplished pre-production tasks by producing script breakdowns and accurate budgets
- Pulled, organized and tracked b-rolls, SOTs and other video assets
- Completed post-production tasks by logging footage, organizing media files and providing support to editors
- Met high-quality standards by monitoring all audio and video recordings during production
- Performed floor manager duties during live and taped productions to prevent interruptions during recordings
- Assisted with casting and communicated with talent to facilitate streamlined casting processes
- Coordinated work for production interns and volunteers, providing guidance and support to new team members
- Assisted in coordinating and executing various production tasks to deliver completed projects
- Prepared cameras, lighting, and other equipment for live newscasts and studio productions
- Managed schedules and communicated updates to production teams to facilitate adequate resource allocation
- Conducted research and gathered materials to provide accurate and relevant information for project development
- Scouted areas and secured permits for production shoots for on-location filming
- Attended shoots and assisted production team with administrative, logistical, or operational needs
- Narrated performances using prepared scripts to deliver relevant details and engage audiences
- Increased audience engagement by crafting targeted campaigns
- Cultivated and maintained rapport with influencers, ambassadors and press
- Selected and played music to entertain audiences during public events
- Coordinated use of media equipment for photoshoots, live feeds and content creation
- Created innovative content for all channels in alignment with brand vision and values
- Supported communications strategy development with curated research
- Wrote and edited digital and print communications copy prior to distribution
- Delivered sports event commentaries, such as play-by-play details
- Researched target demographics and reported findings to media personnel for strategy development
- Developed and distributed internal communications to inform personnel of company news
- Coordinated and tested sound equipment prior to events
- Gathered data and compiled into reports establishing effectiveness of communication strategy
- Managed all broadcast content, becoming familiar with details and statistics prior to events
- Acquired and paired images and supplemental resources to enhance content
- Communicated with personnel to discuss event scheduling
- Used social media to engage with community and promote brand.
Office Assistant
Eco-Peak East Africa Ltd
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Coordinating office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies
- Managing agendas/travel arrangements/appointments etc
- For the upper management
- Managing phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.)
- Supporting budgeting and bookkeeping procedures
- Creating and updating records and databases with personnel, financial and other data
- Tracking stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary
- Submitting timely reports and prepare presentations/proposals as assigned
- Assisting colleagues whenever necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Communication -
Daystar University
05.2024
Diploma - Mass Communication
Daystar University
08.2021
Certificate - Computer application stage 1 and 2
Institute of Advanced Technology
08.2016
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Uthiru Girls High School
01.2015
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Precious Site Academy
01.2011
Skills
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Knowledge of film equipment and terminology
- Strong communication skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Great multitasking skills
- Quick thinking and problem solving abilities
- Resourceful and critical thinking skills
- Met high-quality standards by monitoring all audio and video recordings during production
- Pulled, organized and tracked b-rolls, SOTs and other video assets
- Conducted research and gathered materials to provide accurate and relevant information for project development
- Worked closely with producers to research, select and locate required footage for broadcast
- Scouted areas and secured permits for production shoots for on-location filming
- Organized and maintained contracts, release forms and production reports for accurate record-keeping
- Performed floor manager duties during live and taped productions to prevent interruptions during recordings
- Completed post-production tasks by logging footage, organizing media files and providing support to editors
- Coordinated work for production interns and volunteers, providing guidance and support to new team members
- Prepared cameras, lighting, and other equipment for live newscasts and studio productions
- Assisted in coordinating and executing various production tasks to deliver completed projects
- Managed schedules and communicated updates to production teams to facilitate adequate resource allocation
- Assisted with casting and communicated with talent to facilitate streamlined casting processes
- Accomplished pre-production tasks by producing script breakdowns and accurate budgets
- Attended shoots and assisted the production team with administrative, logistical, or operational needs
- Selected and played music to entertain audiences during public events
- Reviewed announcement information to learn players' names and team information for sports events
- Communicated with personnel to discuss event scheduling
- Delivered sports event commentaries, such as play-by-play details
- Researched target demographics and reported findings to media personnel for strategy development
- Wrote and edited digital and print communications copy prior to distribution
- Supported communications strategy development with curated research
- Gathered data and compiled into reports establishing effectiveness of communication strategy
- Cultivated and maintained rapport with influencers, ambassadors and press
- Used social media to engage with the community and promote brands
- Acquired and paired images and supplemental resources to enhance content
- Developed and distributed internal communications to inform personnel of company news
- Coordinated and tested sound equipment prior to events
- Created innovative content for all channels in alignment with brand vision and values
- Managed all broadcast content, becoming familiar with details and statistics prior to events
- Increased audience engagement by crafting targeted campaigns
- Narrated performances using prepared scripts to deliver relevant details and engage audiences
Languages
- Kiswahili
- English
References
- Mr. Hezekiah Njoroge, Director, Eco-Peak East Africa Ltd, P.O Box 884-00200, Nairobi, Kenya, +254721631152, hezkache@gmail.com
- Ms. Caroline Ndiku, Class Tutor, Institute of Advanced Technology, +254723998765
- Mr. Samuel Maina, C.E.O., True-D Pictures, P.O BOX 1653-00200, +254714289996
Timeline
First Assistant Director, Talent Manager, production assistant
True D pictures
11.2021 - 12.2023
Production assistant
True-D Pictures
11.2021 - 12.2023
Office Assistant
Eco-Peak East Africa Ltd
09.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Communication -
Daystar University
Diploma - Mass Communication
Daystar University
Certificate - Computer application stage 1 and 2
Institute of Advanced Technology
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Uthiru Girls High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Precious Site Academy
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