Kamogelo Sebola-Muvhenzhe
Journalist
Grobler Park
Summary
Story-driven Journalist adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering more than ten years of experience in print, online media and TV production.
Experienced with in-depth research and thorough fact-checking to produce accurate and compelling news stories.
My expertise encompasses investigative journalism, news reporting, interviewing and source development, fact-checking and ensuring accuracy, multimedia storytelling, editing as well as content management systems such as WordPress and Craft.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
News Editor/Content Producer
Zimoja Lezinto (Moja Love Publication)
01.2023 - Current
- Some of my responsibilities at Zimoja Lezinto are to edit submitted news copy to ensure it meets all quality benchmarks, is error-free, and meets the standards of the Press Code. Responsible for ensuring the quality, accuracy, and relevance of news content. Rewrite introductions and angles of news stories to make them more appealing for readers.
- Assign stories to reporters and freelancers, briefing them clearly on the angle(s) of coverage. Debrief reporters during or after the editing process, as deemed necessary. I also write headlines, captions, summaries, and introductions for the stories in an informative and catchy manner. I also coordinate with the editor-in-chief, designers, photographers, and multimedia producers to create attractive visuals for the stories. I also manage the newsroom, budget, deadlines, and workflow of the news team.
- Over the years, I have successfully covered major breaking news events, such as the Vuwani Uprising, general and local elections over the years. With my recent job, I have assigned and worked on journalists' stories, with articles consistently ranking among the top on our website. The website has also grown by more than 50% in readership with me at the helm through the implementation of SEO optimisation techniques.
- Throughout the years, I have established and maintained relationships with sources, experts, and stakeholders in various fields and sectors.
- Maintained the publication's reputation for accuracy through rigorous fact-checking procedures.
- Conceptualised, pitched, assigned and monitored stories from journalists to publication.
- Managed a team of reporters and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content.
- Coordinated coverage of breaking news events, ensuring comprehensive reporting from multiple angles.
News Editor
Olduvai Pty Ltd: Scrolla Africa
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Identify, assign and edit fast news stories of national interest and importance.
- Ensuring that all news copy is factually correct, contextually accurate, balanced and meets the publication standards and those of the South African Press Code.
- Process and sub the news copy.
- Participating in diary meetings, managing the performance of reporters and identifying news events, story ideas and current affairs developments the publication should cover.
- Prioritising active oversight of the site’s traffic and constantly improving the quality of our offering to readers.
Limpopo Bureau Chief
Media 24: Daily Sun
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Manage all editorial and development requirements.
- Manage additional content producers and team members as required.
- Maintained very high quality of news in both written and digital format.
- Assigned routine stories and breaking news coverage for the Limpopo bureau.
- Wrote and delivered high quality articles under very tight deadlines and in high stress situations.
- Coordinated coverage of breaking news events to ensure timely reporting and accurate information dissemination.
- Expanded readership base through targeted marketing campaigns focused on engaging demographics previously untapped by the publication.
- Navigate complex legal issues surrounding sensitive content publication while maintaining journalistic integrity without sacrificing accuracy or relevance.
- Guided reporters in developing compelling stories that resonated with audiences on both local and national levels.
- Continuously monitored industry trends and innovations to ensure the bureau remained ahead of competitors in terms of content quality, delivery, and audience engagement.
- Developed strong relationships with local authorities, government officials, and community leaders to gain access to exclusive information and sources.
- Collaborated with writing, editorial, and reporting staff to produce crisp and engaging content.
Bureau Chief
Caxton Community Newspapers: Hoedspruit Herald
Hoedspriit
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Investigative Journalism and general news reporting.
- Generated story ideas for journalists and assign them to stories.
Education
National Certificate - Community Journalism
UNISA
11-2001
Matric -
Matsuokwane High School
01.1999
Skills
Communications skills
Interpersonal Skills
Writing and research
Deadline-driven mindset
Editing skills
Breaking news coverage
Social media proficiency
Investigative reporting
Strong news judgment
SEO
Source interviewing
Content management systems
Podcast production
References
- Nahima, Ahmed, Former National News Editor, 0827682551, Media 24: Daily Sun
- Ntokozo, Maseko, Former Editor, 076 079 3209, Bona Magazine
- Vincent, Pienaar, Sub Editor, 082 466 9991, Scrolla Africa
- Khosi, Biyela, Producer, +27 79 635 2247, Moja Love TV Channels
Accomplishments
- Media 24 Magazines: Best Feature Writer Award (2008)
- Media 24 Newspapers: Best Tabloid Story (2007)
Timeline
News Editor/Content Producer
Zimoja Lezinto (Moja Love Publication)
01.2023 - Current
News Editor
Olduvai Pty Ltd: Scrolla Africa
01.2021 - 12.2022
Limpopo Bureau Chief
Media 24: Daily Sun
10.2014 - 12.2020
Bureau Chief
Caxton Community Newspapers: Hoedspruit Herald
09.2011 - 08.2012
National Certificate - Community Journalism
UNISA
Matric -
Matsuokwane High School