Hi, I’m
Latoya Goldstone
Journalist/Content Writer
Durban
Summary
Versatile Journalist/Content Writer, takes on any issue and produces pieces quickly. Hardworking, reliable and entrepreneurial professional bringing 20 years of experience. Savvy to changing demographics and strategies for reaching different demographics. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Media /The Post Newspaper
Senior Journalist
9 2018 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Managed the creation and publication of Lifestyle Content for The Post Newspaper, encompassing both its print and online platforms.
Independent Media
Senior Lifestyle Journalist
06.2018 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Reported on Lifestyle-related news, focusing on Health & Wellbeing for the Independent Media Group
The Daily News Newspaper
News Reporter
04.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Conducted daily newsgathering, reporting, and writing for The Daily News across print and web platforms.
The Playhouse Company
Marketing and Communications Co-ordinator
04.2017 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Primarily executed mid-senior role in The Playhouse's Marketing and Communications Department, specializing in Media Communications and Liaison.
Independent Media Group
Senior Reporter, Lifestyle Journalist
12.2016 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Held senior position at Independent Media, responsible for writing Lifestyle Content across various national titles.
The Tonight
Senior Reporter
09.2010 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Researched and created Entertainment Content for multiple editions of The Tonight.
The Mercury Newspaper
Higher Education Reporter / Health Reporter
03.2009 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Gathered and compiled news and background stories on Higher Education and Health news beats at The Mercury Newspaper.
The Mercury Newspaper
Basic Education Reporter
10.2007 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Gathered and compiled news and background stories on Higher Education and Health news beats at The Mercury Newspaper.
East Coast Radio
News Reporter
02.2005 - 10.2007
Job overview
- Developed and wrote news stories on a daily basis.
Independent Newspapers Group
News Reporter
06.2003 - 02.2005
Job overview
- Researched, gathered and compiled General News across various mainstream newspaper titles within the Independent Newspapers Group in KwaZulu-Natal.
Independent Newspapers
Journalist
07.2002 - 06.2003
Job overview
- Successfully undertook an internship at Independent Newspapers Group in KwaZulu-Natal.
Education
Durban University of Technology (then Durban Institute of Technology)Durban, South Africa
National Diploma from Journalism
06.2003
Fairvale SecondaryDurban, South Africa
High School Diploma
12.2000
Skills
Adaptability
Interview techniques
Research and fact-checking
Feature Writing
Story development
Content Creation
Deadline Management
Media operations understanding
Press Release Writing
Writing and editing
Proof-reading
Timeline
Senior Lifestyle Journalist
Independent Media
06.2018 - 09.2018
News Reporter
The Daily News Newspaper
04.2018 - 06.2018
Marketing and Communications Co-ordinator
The Playhouse Company
04.2017 - 09.2017
Senior Reporter, Lifestyle Journalist
Independent Media Group
12.2016 - 04.2017
Senior Reporter
The Tonight
09.2010 - 12.2016
Higher Education Reporter / Health Reporter
The Mercury Newspaper
03.2009 - 09.2010
Basic Education Reporter
The Mercury Newspaper
10.2007 - 12.2008
News Reporter
East Coast Radio
02.2005 - 10.2007
News Reporter
Independent Newspapers Group
06.2003 - 02.2005
Journalist
Independent Newspapers
07.2002 - 06.2003
Senior Journalist
Independent Media /The Post Newspaper
9 2018 - 12.2023
Durban University of Technology (then Durban Institute of Technology)
National Diploma from Journalism
05.2000
Fairvale Secondary
High School Diploma
05.2000