Wambui Waweru
Communication Specialist
Orleans,ON
Summary
Highly collaborative communicator with strong writing and verbal communications skills; organizational and project management expertise; ability to work effectively with management and staff at all levels; and provide exceptional service to stakeholders.
With a proactive approach to accomplishing tasks, I strive to learning and develop new and innovative ways to develop my scope and hone my craft.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Features Writer/Editor
Capital Group Ltd
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2010 - 08.2021
- Utilized [Software] to produce professional pieces.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
News Anchor
98.4 Capital FM
Nairobi, Kenya
10.2005 - 06.2010
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for radio broadcast.
- Delivered round the clock on-air bulletins spanning hard news, business and sports
Radio & Television Show Host
Royal Media Services
Nairobi, Kenya
03.1998 - 08.2001
- Interviewing guests about topics relevant to the station’s format, such as current events, entertainment trends.
- Writing and producing commercials, promotions, and public service announcements (PSAs) that advertise station events or initiatives
- Conducting interviews with guest speakers or performers, often in conjunction with other staff members such as producers or directors
- Hosting a radio program that features music and talk segments about topics relevant to listeners in a specific demographic.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Kenya Institute of Management
Nairobi, Kenya 07.1998 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Daystar University
Nairobi, Kenya 09.2001 - 12.2004
Skills
Editorial functions of news and features
undefinedCertification
First Responder; St John's Ambulance; Nairobi
Timeline
First Responder; St John's Ambulance; Nairobi
05-2021
Certified Mediator; Dispute and Confl ict Resolution International
06-2018
Features Writer/Editor
Capital Group Ltd
07.2010 - 08.2021
News Anchor
98.4 Capital FM
10.2005 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Daystar University
09.2001 - 12.2004
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Kenya Institute of Management
07.1998 - 12.1999
Radio & Television Show Host
Royal Media Services
03.1998 - 08.2001
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