Hi, I’m
Ann Kanja
Media And Communication Specialist
Nakuru
Summary
CAREER PROFILE SUMMARY
Visionary creator, television `editor, producer, director and programmer, with demonstrated ability to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in pre-production logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects and asset management.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Google International
Acoustic Data Specialist
07.2011 - 07.2011
Job overview
- Optimized quality of data by developing and continuously improving data collection and automated upload strategies.
- Searched, extracted and interpreted information to determine correct input procedure.
Royal Media Services
Television Programmer
11.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Developing the Daily Transmission Schedule that guides the station’s programming to ensure the station runs smoothly on a 24-hour basis
- Conducting an audience profiling by monitoring and evaluating the stations target consumers and identifying their needs
- Guiding the transmission department in case of over-runs or under-runs of the station, by ensuring accuracy in programming
- Determined readiness of video and audio materials, made changes, and approved final versions for airing.
- Devised attention-grabbing promotional videos and summaries to increase clicks and engagement.
- Collaborated with camera persons,graphic designers and technical controllers to develop content schedules and plan workflows.
- Posted and promoted promotional materials on social media platforms to engage target audience.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
Eddah’s Hope Cancer Foundation
Communication and Outreach Officer (Intern)
04.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Developed and implemented the organization’s communication strategies
- Established and implemented sustainable and diverse funding strategies to support financial and operational objectives of organization.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
Standard Group Limited
Television Producer / Director
04.2014 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Directed live broadcasts, films and recordings or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track and avoid delays or budget overages.
Education
Daystar UniversityKenya
Master of Arts from Communication, Development
08.2012 - Current
Jomo Kenyatta Universityof Agriculture And TechnologyKenya
Bachelor of Arts from Mass Communication, Broadcast Journalism
05.2008 - 07.2011
Skills
Social Media Management
Strategic Planning skills
Content Creation skills
Production and Directing skills
Effective Interpersonal and Communication skills
Human Capital Management
Video and Audio Editing Skills
ICT Competence
Timeline
Communication and Outreach Officer (Intern)
Eddah’s Hope Cancer Foundation
04.2017 - 08.2017
Television Programmer
Royal Media Services
11.2015 - Current
Television Producer / Director
Standard Group Limited
04.2014 - 10.2015
Daystar University
Master of Arts from Communication, Development
08.2012 - Current
Acoustic Data Specialist
Google International
07.2011 - 07.2011
Jomo Kenyatta Universityof Agriculture And Technology
Bachelor of Arts from Mass Communication, Broadcast Journalism
05.2008 - 07.2011