Dorothy Mghono
Nairobi
Summary
Innovative Producer with over 14 years of experience in Journalism. Visionary creator, editor, storyteller and a supervisor with high demonstrated ability to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. I am a team player with proven skills in handling current affairs content and feature stories. Over the years, I have produced engaging pieces, worked with many creative teams and helped nurture a number of entry-level journalists. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, leadership and creativity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Line Producer & Head of Writers
China Global Television Network-Africa Bureau
Nairobi
05.2023 - Current
- Managed and coordinated all aspects of production, from pre-planning to post-event evaluation.
- Organised schedules for smooth production and on-time delivery of creatives.
- Anticipated challenges in productions , overcame production challenges and resolved issues promptly to minimise disruptions.
- Drafted scripts with clarity, active voice and to propel story forward.
- Produced successful television series, resulting in increased viewership and critical acclaim.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Assisted to created content for various digital platforms.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Researched and presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Gathered and reported news from field.
- Supervise around 14 news/business/sports writers
- Help in recruitment and appraisal process.
Head of Writers and Output Producer
China Global Television Network-Africa Bureau
Nairobi
10.2011 - Current
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Assisted to created content for various digital platforms.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Engaged in video-Editing and news production.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking and social media.
- Researched and presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Supervise around 14 news/business/sports writers
- Help in recruitment and appraisal process
- Help generate editorial content for Africa
- Assist to create content for digital platforms, monitor wires, write news and feed sources for updated information
- News gathering, video editing and producing stories
- Help source guests and conduct interviews
Writer and Digital Marketer
Kenya Association of Manufacturers
Nairobi
03.2011 - 10.2011
- Producing company’s magazine
- Writing feature stories and conducting interviews
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
- Presented clients with unique copy options based on overall marketing objectives.
- Maintained current understanding of industry and genre trends, enhancing writing and marketing success.
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.
- Prepared and submitted professional proposals to outline works, promotional skills and literary experience.
Radio Host
ECN Radio
Nairobi
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Hosted radio programs and interviewed guests
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news
- Answered booth call line and took song suggestions or comments from listeners
- Delivered exceptional programming to audience members by always researching events, guests and programs thoroughly
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections, political happenings and other items of interest.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Public Relations
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya 01.2016 - 05.2019
No Degree - Diploma in Mass Communication
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
Nairobi, KenyaIntroduction to Journalism
REUTERS
/2024 -
Skills
- TV Production
- Strong leadership
- Creative
- Proofreading
- Field production
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Digital video production process
- Television and print journalism
- Marketing and advertising
- Broadcast media
- Copyediting
Accomplishments
- Mentor Volunteer: The COMMS AVenue , CMP Batch Seven 2024
- Volunteer: Athanus Mbele Foundation
- Runners up-employee of the year
- Part of award winning promos/mini documentaries team
- aEnhancing women empowerment through articles
- Produced a mini promo for the APEC summit in China 2014
References
Noel Mwakughu
Producer, Global business Africa
CCTV AFRICA, Nairobi
Tel: +254 722 717 799
Email: cctvmwakugun@gmail.com
Wazir Khamsin
Senior Journalist Team Manager, Swahili TV-BBC
Wazirkhamsin@gmail.com
+44737658622
Geoffrey Kareithi
Head of Department, TV Production
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
Tel: +254 722 330 639
Email: kareithi72@yahoo.com
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