Field Journalist at The Rock FM, Welkom
September 2008 — November 2010
● My experience. I have 10 years of related work experience in communications for different Media houses.
● My exposure. I had a great opportunity to run my own local newspaper. The initiative increased my ability to align plans with organizational goals and experience in advising senior decision makers.
● My communication skills. I have superior written and editorial skills in different media, with commitment to quality and strategic understanding of articles and different content required by different media houses.
● The relationship building expertise. I have superior verbal communications and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
● The ownership. I am a dedicated team player and a motivated self starter.
● The adaptability. I am comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. I can manage a demanding schedule and prioritize responsibilities.
● The technical abilities. I am proficient with social media platforms, MS Office, PowerPoint, and media monitoring and tracking software.
Journalist at The New Age National Newspaper, Welkom
August 2010 — November 2016
● An ability to produce written reporting of an exceptional standard under minimal supervision, proactively identifying relevant news stories to swiftly create thorough and accurate journalism.
● Strong communications skills, including the ability to collaborate, put interviewees at ease, explain complex concepts in simple terms, and act as an ambassador to our readers, viewers, and listeners at all times.
● Excellent research skills.
● An understanding of media law.
English As Second Language (ESL) Teacher at Shanghai Yuanbo Business Consulting Co.Ltd, Beijing, China
November 2017 — Present
● Establishes a positive learning environment for all learners, ensuring that they feel supported in their learning and able to take risks with language.
● Creates lessons that are motivating and engaging with a focus on learning and progress.
● Provides feedback and support that encourages the learners to develop both their language skills and their learning autonomy.
● Completes all administrative duties in a timely manner.
● Works on the school team and the teaching team in a professional manner.
● Takes an active interest in self-development and creates and achieves development goals.
● Participates in in-company and industry events and training and promotes and facilitates best practice through active collaboration with other teachers
Education
Bachelor of Social Science Degree, University of KwaZuluNatal , Durban, South Africa
February 2005 — April 2008
I majored in Media, Communication and Cultural Studies and Drama and Performance Studies. My majors for Drama was Scriptwriting and Stage Design.
Courses
TEFL Certificate, TEFL Graduate
October 2017 — November 2017
外教持有本科和tefl证书， 有多年的记者经验
也有多年的教学经验。
