Lesley Gakuo
Nairobi
Summary
Versatile Content Writer proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work. Autonomous yet communicative with 3-year history of superior performance in remote environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
Self Employed
Nairobi
05.2022 - Current
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- 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.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Assisted with drafting speeches and program talking points for events.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Collaborated with illustrators and photographers to enhance content.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
- Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
Screenwriter
Royal Film Uganda
Kampala
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Worked to support the senior creative staff with day-to-day tasks.
- Edited screenplays based on executive feedback.
- Wrote and edited communications within assigned beat areas.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Translated technical terminology and jargon into plain, clear language.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
Internship Student
ROFFEKE
Nairobi
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Writing For Film & Tv
Toronto Film School
Toronto12.2023
Associate of Arts - Writing For The Stage
ICE University of Cambridge
England08.2019
Skills
- Script Formatting
- Broadcast Media
- Microsoft Office
- Short Stories
- Time Management
- Character development
- Teamwork
- Celtx
- Excellent Communication skills
- Film Editing
- Proofreading
- Story Development
- Creative Development
Websites
Community Involvement
I volunteer at animal shelters as well as engage in environmental activities such as tree planting, street clean-ups and participated in a few recycling drives.
Languages
English
Native language
Swahili
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Freelance Writer
Self Employed
05.2022 - Current
Internship Student
ROFFEKE
11.2019 - 08.2020
Screenwriter
Royal Film Uganda
03.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Writing For Film & Tv
Toronto Film School
Associate of Arts - Writing For The Stage
ICE University of Cambridge
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