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Christopher Gande

Christopher Gande

Rockville,MD

Summary

Dynamic journalist with a proven track record at Voice Of America, adept in multimedia production and storytelling. Spearheaded initiatives at Daily News Zimbabwe, enhancing news quality through innovative technologies. Skilled in writing, editing, and social media engagement, I excel in transforming complex information into compelling content, significantly boosting reader engagement. Dynamic Journalist bringing 25 years of experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Versed in writing and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media and online platforms.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Journalist

Voice Of America
02.2004 - Current
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
  • 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.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
  • Wrote and published articles for leading newspapers and magazines.
  • Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
  • Utilized social media channels to promote articles and interact with readers, increasing online engagement rates.
  • Utilized audio and video software to produce professional pieces.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.

Bureau Chief

Daily News Zimbabwe
01.1998 - 09.2004
  • Increased efficiency in news coverage by streamlining processes and implementing new technologies.
  • Led successful initiatives to secure grants for special projects that elevated the bureau''s reputation for groundbreaking journalism.
  • Oversaw program operations by applying in-depth journalistic knowledge and efficient decision making skills.
  • Enhanced overall quality of journalism by implementing rigorous fact-checking protocols and editorial standards.

The Sunday News

Zimbabwe Newspapers Limited
01.1990 - 04.1997

Wrote general news stories including politics, sports and entertainment. Took photographs for some of the stories that I wrote.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Film And Video Production

Art Institute of Washington
Virginia
06.2016

Associate of Arts - Mass Communication

Harare Polytechnical College
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.1996

Skills

  • Writing and editing
  • Deadline Management
  • Content Creation
  • Storytelling abilities
  • Breaking News Coverage
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Interviewing skill
  • Press Release Writing
  • Multimedia production
  • Story Development
  • Graphic Design Knowledge
  • Foreign language fluency
  • Video Editing Capabilities

Languages

Ndebele
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Journalist

Voice Of America
02.2004 - Current

Bureau Chief

Daily News Zimbabwe
01.1998 - 09.2004

The Sunday News

Zimbabwe Newspapers Limited
01.1990 - 04.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Film And Video Production

Art Institute of Washington

Associate of Arts - Mass Communication

Harare Polytechnical College
Christopher Gande