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Abby-Gene Bissolati

Abby-Gene Bissolati

Cape Town

Summary

Cape Town-based media professional and currently taking the lead in the digital lifestyle space at Huisgenoot, South Africa’s largest family magazine. I have developed the skill of identifying unique content needed for Huisgenoot.com to grow and flourish under the umbrella of Netwerk24. I grasp the digital media space wholeheartedly and the willingness to grow has given me the confidence to become a strong leader in this field. I thrive under pressure and firmly believe in efficient planning through my proactive approach. During my career I’ve proven to be resilient, adapting well to changing environments through innovative concepts. I have a passion for all things lifestyle, mentoring and have successfully trained numerous team members for the benefit of the greater team.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Editor

Huisgenoot
09.2022 - Current
  • Increased user engagement by creating compelling visual elements such as infographics, videos, or interactive features within the digital content mix.
  • Managed the digital team and learned how to manage and aid the team to cohesively work as a digital unit.
  • Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
  • Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
  • Implemented analytics tools to track user behavior, enabling data-driven decision making for future content strategy.
  • Streamlined digital content creation process, resulting in increased efficiency and improved quality of output.
  • Edited articles and multimedia content to maintain high-quality standards and adherence to brand guidelines.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
  • Enhanced website traffic by implementing SEO strategies and optimizing content for better online visibility.
  • Identified compelling, unique stories and user-generated content of interest to audience.
  • Leveraged CMS tools to manage and organize digital content for easy accessibility and content updates.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing a team of 4, including an intern.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Digital lifestyle coordinator, Newsletter Editor

Huisgenoot
01.2018 - Current
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
  • Thrived in fast-paced environment with energy and enthusiasm.
  • Supervised work of contracted employees to deliver work on schedule.
  • Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
  • Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
  • Exceeded goals through effective prioritisation and consistent work ethic.
  • Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
  • Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
  • Built and currently manage various Huisgenoot Newsletters.
  • Manage and schedule digital content on social media.
  • Heading up Huisgenoot Magazine web production.

Digital intern

Netwerk24
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Focused and wrote hard news stories for Netwerk24 and Die Burger.
  • Provided features for supplements such as By in Die Die Burger.
  • Enriched and packaged daily news articles.
  • Utilised social media to share daily content.
  • Packaged video content for this digital news platform.

Education

Graduate -

Media24 Acadamy
Cape Town, WC

ND - Journalism

Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
Cape Town
04.2001 -

Skills

Content writing

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Languages

Afrikaans, English
First Language
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Digital Editor

Huisgenoot
09.2022 - Current

Digital lifestyle coordinator, Newsletter Editor

Huisgenoot
01.2018 - Current

Digital intern

Netwerk24
06.2016 - 12.2016

ND - Journalism

Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
04.2001 -

Graduate -

Media24 Acadamy

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