Amogela Modise
Senior Media Content Producer
Killarney
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated media practitioner with a career that spans 8 years in managing and overseeing all aspects of production and post-production, including project management, budgeting and supervising high-performance teams of personnel. Skillful in content strategy from inception to completion with a proven ability in operational efficiency, client retention and high-quality deliverables. Known for flexibility and adaptability in changing environments, ensuring optimal results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer
CNBC Africa
03.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and launch high-impact news programming, enhancing viewer engagement and brand visibility.
- Management & training of junior members with a 2-month minimum turnover
- Online story management and publishing
- Strategic stakeholder partnership development, to enhance reach and audience impact with value-added techniques
- Paid-for content curation and execution
- Conference coverage with on the ground updates
- Assistant Editor duties
- Oversaw production schedules and resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery of content while adhering to budget constraints.
- Collaborated with editorial and technical resources to refine production processes, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and quality.
Content Writer – B2B Trade Industries
Floodgate Digital
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed targeted SEO content strategies that enhanced organic search visibility and improved audience engagement for B2B clients.
- Conducted area-specific keyword research and competitive analysis, leading to optimized content that increased website traffic and lead generation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align content marketing efforts with client goals, resulting in improved brand awareness and market positioning.
- Created compelling copy for web pages, blogs, and social media, driving conversions and enhancing the overall user experience across digital platforms.
- Mentored junior writers by providing constructive feedback and guidance, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
Freelance writer
Private Client
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.
- Website management for service-based business to streamline client access and improve click-through
- Op-ed and blog articles for client-facing needs with a personal touch that enhanced stakeholder messaging
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
- Adapted writing styles based on different platforms such as social media, blog posts, and print materials.
Journalist
Now Media Group
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed and published in-depth articles on current events on a daily basis, enhancing audience engagement and driving traffic growth.
- Conducted interviews with key figures, providing insightful perspectives that enriched news coverage and informed readers
- Collaborated with editorial teams to refine content strategy, leading to improved storytelling and reader retention.
- Coordinated multimedia content, integrating visuals and audio to enhance storytelling and increase audience interaction.
- Researched and analyzed complex topics, ensuring accuracy and depth in reporting, which bolstered credibility and trust.
Senior Producer
CNBC Africa
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Spearheaded the production of high-impact business segments, enhancing viewer engagement and brand visibility across platforms.
- Conducted thorough reviews of production scripts and segments, ensuring clarity and alignment with editorial-policy strategic messaging.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation, ensuring seamless production processes and adherence to broadcast standards.
- Mentored junior producers, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in content creation and storytelling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and African Literature
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg11.2017
National Senior Certificate - undefined
St Peter’s College
Sunninghill12.2013
Skills
Original content strategy curation & implementation
References
Available upon request
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Achieved a multi-million corporate contract renewal through effectively helping with relationship management and content strategy
- Streamlined training and integration ability by introducing originally created guides and software tools
- Back-to-back conference coverage of COP, SA Investment Conference and WEF in collaboration with team resources to achieve effective production planning
Timeline
Executive Producer
CNBC Africa
03.2023 - Current
Content Writer – B2B Trade Industries
Floodgate Digital
08.2021 - 02.2023
Freelance writer
Private Client
09.2020 - 02.2023
Journalist
Now Media Group
09.2019 - 09.2020
Senior Producer
CNBC Africa
04.2018 - 09.2019
National Senior Certificate - undefined
St Peter’s College
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and African Literature
University of Witwatersrand