Andile Sithole
Journalist
Durban
Summary
Story-driven Journalist adept at developing stories and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering 15 years of experience in print and online media. Versed in viral trends and breaking news response with proven success. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Journaist
Caxton Media
Durban
07.2022 - Current
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Basic knowledge of SEO tools
- Copy editing on SEO
Multimedia Journalist
News24
Durban
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Monitored website and social media traffic.
- Pitched stories to editorial staff in content areas of news, sports and entertainment.
- Edited photos and created graphics for publication.
- Took photos and videos for News24 and daily publication.
- Fact-checked videos and articles before publishing.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
Senior Journalist
Greytown Gazette
Greytown
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Utilized Eidos to produce professional pieces.
- Applied understanding of public opinion, social media, and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
Journalist
Media24
Durban
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Wrote and published articles for leading newspapers and magazines.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Journalist
Coastal Weekly
Durban
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Wrote and published articles for leading community newspapers
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Freelance Journalist
Daily Sun
Durban
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
Unisa
Durban, South Africa 03.2005 - Current
Skills
MS Office
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Organization and Time Management
Written Communication
Editing on SEO
Proof reading
Timeline
Journaist
Caxton Media
07.2022 - Current
Multimedia Journalist
News24
11.2020 - 05.2022
Senior Journalist
Greytown Gazette
09.2019 - 05.2022
Journalist
Media24
08.2019 - 05.2022
Journalist
Coastal Weekly
06.2016 - 06.2019
Freelance Journalist
Daily Sun
05.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
Unisa
03.2005 - Current