Bongekile Skosana
MEDIA& PUBLIC RELATIONS| STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS| RADIO& TV EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Pretoria
Summary
Ambitious Award winning Media and Communications Specialist possessing strong public relations, communication and project management abilities especially broadcasting, print and digital media.
Excels in managing print communications and enforcing proactive media plans. Diverse credentials in both private and public industry sectors. Posses a heart for development media and the role that it plays in nation building.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Communications Specialist
National Youth Development Agency
05.2024 - Current
- Led public relations efforts surrounding major company announcements, generating significant media interest.
- Coached C-suite executives on effective messaging techniques for high-profile speaking engagements.
- Coordinated trade show participation, maximizing networking opportunities and showcasing company offerings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated marketing campaigns that drove business growth.
- Developed targeted communication strategies for diverse audiences, resulting in increased engagement.
- Enhanced brand visibility by creating compelling content for digital and print platforms.
- Negotiated favorable advertising rates with media partners, ensuring maximum exposure within budget constraints.
- Managed relationships with key media contacts, securing positive coverage in industry publications.
- Implemented crisis communication plans during challenging times, maintaining company reputation and stakeholder trust.
- Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
- Copyedited, proofread and revised company advertisements, print materials and press releases before dispersal.
- Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
- Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
- Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
- Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Increased revenues and supported business goals by developing public relations strategies and campaigns.
- Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers.
- Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
Media Liaison & Public Relations Specialist
National Youth Development Agency
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Advising the Executive Chairperson and CEO of the NYDA on media communications strategies
- Liaising with the media & mapping out and creating media strategies
- Planning, organizing, reporting, stakeholder engagement, project Management, and risk Management Facilitating media interviews for the Executive of the NYDA Assistance with developing material Communication of events and outreach Development of events programme Develop and monitor timelines and deadlines related to all aspects of events
- Monitoring and evaluation of events and outreach at branches Manage databases and registration process including on-site management Assessment of events and outreach Provide follow-up to the events and outreach Expert knowledge in NYDA events and outreach Oversees courier of material needed for outreach and events Manage appointed service providers for events and outreach activities Project Management Conceptualise campaigns and events as the Annual Events & Campaigns Calendar
- Manage assigned projects in the area of event planning Coordinate all special activities held in conjunction with events e.g
- Video production Implementation of events in line with the NYDA's events calendar
- Assists with the NYDA's involvement in outreach activities that are originating from the NYDA Head Office, Office of the CEO, the Offices of the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson
- Maintaining a good understanding of broadcasting codes and regulatory frameworks Ensuring content complies with regulatory frameworks and guidelines, delivers to rights collection agencies
- Manage media budget
- Mentored junior team members, sharing expertise in public relations tactics while fostering their professional development.
- Developed brand media relations strategies that bolstered community awareness and knowledge.
- Collaborated closely with internal teams and clients to develop cohesive messaging strategies that resonated with target audiences.
FREELANCE: Executive Producer #PowerToTruthwith JJ
ENCA
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Working closely with HOD to develop editorial alignment of programmes to channel objectives
- Managing individual programme and ensuring that editorial outputs are in line with business strategy
- Daily Running of the show Participating and contributing to brainstorming and managing translation of ideas throughout the process of creating programmes
- Delivering high quality of editorial output through overall creative execution of production
- Regularly analysing viewership data and competitive trends to implement strategies to adapt to improve or grow audiences
- Presenting at all crucial meetings where content is discussed and viewed Liaising with the various networks and project teams to affect appropriate programme commentary to current affairs of the country
- Ensuring timeous programme packages deliver according to on air requirements, technical specifications with supporting library and record keeping material Ensure supporting teams are sufficiently informed to maximize on sales and marketing potential of shows
- Editorial Planning & Local Content Execution Communication
Executive Producer #YourView With Dr JJ Tabane
NEWZROOM AFRIKA
Linden
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Create/ Develop and Generate political and current affairs content for the talk show
- Give input on story and news events happening in the country
- Produce content for the show Producing live show and directing it on air Managing on air talent Facilitate Diary meeting and Content meetings Create forward planning material for the show Quality Check of final and on-air content/ product
- Directing on air Presenter Liaising and maintaining a good relationship with newsmakers of the country Liaising with Technical producers
- Managing a team of 25 people.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: #PowerPerspectivewithJJ Tabane
POWER 987
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Nominated for Best Commercial Night Time Radio Award- Liberty radio Awards- 2018 #PowerPerspective
- Nominated for Best Commercial Content Producer -Liberty Radio Awards 2018 #PowerPerspective
- Developed/ Generate content for the show Liaise/ persuade and network with prominent figures of the country, globe and other newsmakers Influence the country's news agenda and being a leader in news Liaise and manage the presenter of the show Create a runner for the show Create radical and robust debates about issues that affect us as a nation Growing #PowerPerspective show, into one of the best political shows in the country
- Bringing in high profile guests to account to the public: President Cyril Ramaphosa launched his presidential campaign which trended for four days
- Vytjie Mentor revealed that the former President Jacob Zuma wanted to bribe her using the Guptas- State capture
- Interview Mangosuthu Buthelezi, revealing that he has no regrets DD Mabuza(Now Deputy President of the RSA) was interviewed for the first time on radio Ace Magashule launched his ANC campaign on the show
- Julius Malema interview which made waves in the country Highlights in this role include: Produced for Dan Moyane, Uveka Rangappa, Joanne Josephs, Gareth Edwards, Cathy Mohlahlana, Jeremy Maggs, Iman Rapetti, Andrew Barnes and Dudu Ramella Content producing for Morning News Today, Mid-Morning News, Afternoon News and News Night Editing of sound and news clips Quality checking visual audio News gathering Liaising with news anchors and on-air guests Managing make-up duty Writing news packages Writing on-air introduction pieces for anchor Managing guests Research for on-air interviews Field producing for live television broadcasts Production Assistant and Content Producer
Executive Radio Producer
Kaya95dot9
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Won award for the best Drive time show #Uncaptured with Kgomotso Matsunyane and Ndumiso Ngcobo- Liberty Radio Awards 2019
- Nominated for Best Radio Content Producer -Liberty Radio Awards 2019 #Uncaptured
- Nominated for Best Radio Content Producer -Liberty Radio Awards 2019 #Karibu
- Nominated for Best Night Time Radio Show #Karibuwith Mike Siluma - Radio Liberty Awards 2019
- Implemented audience feedback mechanisms to continuously improve show content and format.
- Directed remote broadcasts from various locations, coordinating with technical staff for successful execution.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns in partnership with local businesses and organizations, generating financial support for commercial radio programming initiatives.
Content Producer
ENews Channel Africa| Channel 403
Hydepark
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Content produced Morning News Today with Dan Monyane and Uveka Rangappa
- Content Produced Morning News Today with Dan Monyane and Ayanda Allie-Payne
- Content Produced Mid-Morning News with Gareth Edwards
- Content Produced with Cathy Mohlahlana
- Content Produced Afternoon News with JoAnne Josephs
- Content Produced Mid-Morning News with JoAnne Josephs and Cathy Mohlahlana
- Content Produced News Night with Jeremy Maggs
- Content Produced Justice Factor with Justice Malala
- Identified gaps in existing content offerings, proposing new topics to address audience needs and interests.
- Provided support during live events coverage as needed by managing social media accounts or writing real-time updates for online audiences.
- Coordinated with guest relations - Prominent leaders in the country and abroad.
- Field producing compelling and relevant content for digital platforms.
- Field producing live events and breaking news
- Liaising with reporters at heated news events
Monate Breakfast show Co- host & News reader
Tshwane FM
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Covering the ANC Mangaung conference
- Writing a big interview about the then newly appointed Executive Mayor of Tshwane Kgosientso Ramokgopa and Ben Martins, former Minister of Transport Debut into television reporting in collaboration with SABC -TNA bizbriefs, interviewing then Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor Writing daily front page stories for the publication Breaking a story on Transformation Cricket sport
General News reporter
The New Age (TNA MEDIA)
1 2012 - 1 2013
- News gathering as it occurs Conduct Field reports Conducting Interviews
Intern and Junior Reporter
Avusa Media Limited
01.2011 - 12.2011
- News gathering as it occurs Conduct Field reports Conducting Interviews
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
General News Reporter
Rekord Noweto
01.2010 - 11.2010
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
- Generated, produced and delivered high profile special reports and communicated in community events behalf of station.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Uploaded breaking news and updates to organization's social media and website accounts.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Enhanced live news coverage by providing real-time updates and analysis during significant events.
Assignments Editor
TUT FM
01.2010 - 12.2010
- News gathering as it occurs Conduct Field reports
- Conducting Interviews
- Assign stories reporters
- Quality Check content
- Manage journalist
- Oversee Diary meetings
- Increased story accuracy and relevancy by conducting thorough research and fact-checking before assigning topics to reporters.
- Improved assignment tracking system by implementing new software solutions tailored specifically for the editorial team's needs.
Taxi Newspaper Editor and Reporter
TUT Nelspruit
01.2007 - 01.2008
- News gathering as it occurs Conduct Field reports Conducting Interviews
Education
National Diploma in Journalism - Journalism
Tshwane University of Technology
Soshanguve, South Africa 04.2009 -
Mandela Washington YALI Fellowship SADC 2016 - Public Management
UNISA School For Business Leadership
Midrand, South Africa 01.2016 -
Skills
Engaging personality
Languages
English
Afrikaans
IsiZulu
isiXhosa
Accomplishments
Managing Media and Public relations for all June 16 National days for the past 5 years
Managing media, stakeholder and public relations for the first BRICS Youth Summit in South Africa - July 2023
Planning and Executing a Roundtable amongst Pan Africanist Youth leaders- 2019
Conducting Media training for company executives
Crisis Communication for the company and affected executives
Building solid relationships with stakeholders translating to the company meeting is KPIs
Affiliations
National Press Club Association
Timeline
Senior Communications Specialist
National Youth Development Agency
05.2024 - Current
FREELANCE: Executive Producer #PowerToTruthwith JJ
ENCA
11.2020 - 03.2022
Media Liaison & Public Relations Specialist
National Youth Development Agency
04.2019 - 04.2024
Executive Producer #YourView With Dr JJ Tabane
NEWZROOM AFRIKA
04.2019 - 04.2020
Executive Radio Producer
Kaya95dot9
07.2018 - 01.2019
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: #PowerPerspectivewithJJ Tabane
POWER 987
01.2016 - 07.2018
Mandela Washington YALI Fellowship SADC 2016 - Public Management
UNISA School For Business Leadership
01.2016 -
Monate Breakfast show Co- host & News reader
Tshwane FM
01.2013 - 12.2013
Content Producer
ENews Channel Africa| Channel 403
01.2012 - 01.2016
Intern and Junior Reporter
Avusa Media Limited
01.2011 - 12.2011
General News Reporter
Rekord Noweto
01.2010 - 11.2010
Assignments Editor
TUT FM
01.2010 - 12.2010
National Diploma in Journalism - Journalism
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2009 -
Taxi Newspaper Editor and Reporter
TUT Nelspruit
01.2007 - 01.2008
General News reporter
The New Age (TNA MEDIA)
1 2012 - 1 2013
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