JOHN NGIGI
Camp Hill,PA
Summary
Result-driven journalist offering 5+ years of experience in print and online media. Familiar with viral trends, breaking news response and how to capitalize on social media platforms to get story out. Adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Producer
Mwakilishi Media
, Kenya
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated exceptional productivity by producing and publishing over 20 high-quality stories per week, consistently meeting deadlines and keeping the audience engaged with fresh content
- Conducted comprehensive and in-depth research to gather accurate information, ensuring the development of informative and impactful daily news reports
- Applied keen editorial skills to revise and edit news stories, upholding the publication's rigorous standards for reporting, accuracy, and credibility
- Conducted keyword research and used SEO best practices to optimize articles published on the website
- Leveraged strong interviewing skills to engage with key individuals, extracting valuable insights and perspectives to enhance the depth and authenticity of news coverage
- Established and maintained a dedicated online daily blog that exclusively covered news about Kenyans in the diaspora, fostering a sense of community and providing relevant and compelling content to a specific audience.
Staff Writer
Mediamax Network
, Kenya
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering a wide range of topics including politics, crime, lifestyle, real estate, entertainment and sports
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage
- Responded to emergencies and breaking news stories with strong sense of urgency
- Wrote and edited news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation
- Demonstrated the ability to work alone and as a team.
Intern News Reporter
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
, Kenya
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events
- Reported on an average of 10 assigned story ideas per month, covering diverse topics
- Uncovered compelling stories of public interest.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication and Journalism
Moi University
Kenya12.2016
Skills
- News Writing
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork
- IT Skills
- Proofreading and Editing
- Research
- Organization
- Time management
Languages
English
Swahili
Timeline
Digital Producer
Mwakilishi Media
04.2019 - 05.2023
Staff Writer
Mediamax Network
01.2017 - 04.2019
Intern News Reporter
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Communication and Journalism
Moi University
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