Journalist, writer, content editor looking for new way to expand my experience with words.

The Citizen Newspaper
Supplements and Features editor
February 2015 -current
Identifying and evaluating worthy articles for the paper and online
Identifying of photographs and other visual material which is appropriate for various sections and the website
Keeping abreast of national news and important international news
Managing, and uploading content for the Hammer and Gavel website- an art and auctions website for the Citizen Newspaper
Working in conjunction with the web editor on deals, reader queries and cross-over content for the main site as well as the auctions site
Assisting with proposals and client pitches
Managing special projects such as supplements and working with clients for feedback - ensuring print deadlines are met (Most recent clients include City of Joburg, and Dis-Chem)
Managing a weekly beauty column which includes providing content, arranging competitions and ensuring video content is sourced and supplied
Ensuring fashion pages are filled with the most up-to-date information, news and images
Writing lifestyle stories, and entertainment stories for online and the paper
Writing stories, blurbs, headlines , and social media text for the Citizen
Managing, overseeing, writing, editing and ensuring content is error free on the following sections of the Citizen Newspaper:
Hammer and Gavel
Buy in Bulk
Gaming
Careers

Total Exposure
Account Manager:

July 2014-January 2015
Managing clients for Total Exposure, a public relations and marketing agency
Working on strategies, various portfolios and for clients such as Grey Goose Vodka, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, Old Mutual
Develop PR strategies and insightful media campaigns for broad client base
Pitch story ideas to broad cross section of media
Write media releases, features, briefs, and pitches
Reporting and analysis on the effectiveness of campaigns
Research and develop effective media databases
Develop social media campaigns which are in line with PR campaign
Live tweeting from events
Client lia

Work Terms

Available at any time.

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