Linda Shiundu
Nairobi
Summary
Thorough Editor with over six years background in digital media expertise and proofreading. Outstanding understanding of SEO techniques and style. Linda Shiundu has a diverse professional background. She served as an editor at Khuluma Africa in Zimbabwe and contributed as a correspondent at Power 98.7 FM in South Africa. Linda is focused on comprehensive communication and media management with an extensive understanding of traditional and digital marketing. While currently putting her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from Kenyatta University on hold, Linda is actively pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies at the University of Nairobi.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance PR and Communications Consultant
Freelance
04.2020 - Current
- Acted as liaison between media and company during press releases and interviews.
- Enhanced client branding by developing strategic communication plans
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of communication strategies
- Designed and executed PR campaigns for small businesses.
- Drafted press releases, media advisories, and newsletters tailored to diverse audiences.
- Managed social media channels, leveraging analytics to optimize communication strategies.
Human Interest Editor
TUKO.co.ke
09.2017 - 06.2024
- Ensuring timely processing and publishing of news material that meet editorial standards, in-house style guide, and platform rules (policies) (Facebook, Google, others)
- Verifying facts and accuracy of all news reports before publishing
- Rewriting and editing copy to ensure it is readable and appeals to the target audience
- Producing authentic content free of plagiarism
- Ensuring articles have catchy headlines and appropriate visual elements, photos, and illustrations
- Monitoring trending stories
- Sourcing ideas for exclusive stories
- Sourcing comments from experts, entrepreneurs.
Writer
KHULUMA NEWS
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Wrote and edited high-quality content with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Developed engaging articles for online publications.
English Language Teacher
Modern Montessori School
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Tutoring English as a foreign language
Financial Advisor
Madison Insurance Company
08.2012 - 12.2013
- Do marketing of insurance policies
- Maintained open lines of communication with clients, providing updates and addressing concerns promptly
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies while serving clients'' best interests.
Accounts Clerk
Euro Direct
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Receive returns from sales representatives
- Manage Purchases
- Keep financial records account for all fiance
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses.
ACCOUNTS CLERK
HIGH VISION HIGH SCHOOL
05.2011 - 11.2011
- Strategic Consulting, including business plan & sales strategy development
- Collected school fess from the students and parents
- Managed all schoool's financial transactions
- Authorized the purchases of stationaries and boarding requirements
- Managed daily office operations, coordinating schedules, and handling confidential information with discretion.
CASHIER
ART CAFFE COFFE AND BAKERY
08.2010 - 04.2011
Education
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Kaimosi Girls High School
2007
Bachelor of Arts - BA - International Relations and Affairs
University of Nairobi
07.2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting and Finance
Kenyatta University
01.2013
Skills
- Multilingual
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Organization Skills
- Writing and Editing Skills
- Strong command of the English language
- Research Skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- SEO understanding
- Story shaping
- Social media strategy
- Public relations
Accomplishments
I received several awards for:
- Changing lives through storytelling
- Most shared articles on Facebook and Buzzsumo
- Research work
- Human Interest Editor
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
French
Intermediate
B1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Additional Information
- Completed the Advance Digital Reporting curriculum of Google News Initiative, which helps journalists find, verify and tell their stories.
- Completed the Reuters Online Training: Introduction to Digital Journalism.
Certification
- Certified Digital Journalist, Reuters Digital Journalism - 2023
- Certified Digital Journalist, Google News Initiative - 2023
Timeline
Freelance PR and Communications Consultant
Freelance
04.2020 - Current
Human Interest Editor
TUKO.co.ke
09.2017 - 06.2024
Writer
KHULUMA NEWS
02.2016 - 08.2017
English Language Teacher
Modern Montessori School
07.2015 - 06.2017
Financial Advisor
Madison Insurance Company
08.2012 - 12.2013
Accounts Clerk
Euro Direct
01.2012 - 10.2012
ACCOUNTS CLERK
HIGH VISION HIGH SCHOOL
05.2011 - 11.2011
CASHIER
ART CAFFE COFFE AND BAKERY
08.2010 - 04.2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Kaimosi Girls High School
Bachelor of Arts - BA - International Relations and Affairs
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting and Finance
Kenyatta University
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