Shanice Naidoo
Johannesburg
Summary
Skilled reporter enthusiastic about shaping public opinion on key issues. Highly effective at working a clear narrative. Proficient in research, writing and delivery. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Journalist
The Citizen
Johannesburg
09.2023 - Current
- Developed, wrote and edited content for digital news stories.
- Researched and gathered facts to support digital news stories.
- Monitored social media trends and news sources for relevant stories.
- Reported on breaking news in a timely manner for web platforms.
- Photographed events and interviewed sources for use in digital articles.
- Maintained an active presence on social media sites such as Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook.
- Analyzed data sets to uncover patterns or trends related to specific topics of coverage.
- Built relationships with key contacts within the industry to enhance story-telling capabilities.
- Conducted background research on potential subjects prior to conducting interviews.
- Attended press conferences, briefings or other public events as needed by the organization.
- Pitched new ideas while researching story angles that could be used in upcoming projects.
- Utilized understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Scheduled and conducted interviews by asking targeted questions to capture quotes.
- Read trustworthy publications to gather information on current events and breaking news.
- Used social media outlets to connect directly with public.
- Completed investigations of important community issues and put together well-received reports.
- Updated social media accounts with breaking news.
Content Writer
Explain
Johannesburg
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Researched industry trends and topics to create relevant, informative content.
- Generated ideas for new content topics based on customer feedback and market research data.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts or customers to obtain additional insights into specific products or services.
- Reviewed competitor websites periodically to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Provided creative input during brainstorming sessions related to upcoming campaigns or projects.
- Integrated multimedia elements such as videos, graphics or audio recordings into blog posts or webpages whenever possible.
- Ensured that all published material adhered strictly to brand guidelines established by the organization.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
- Brainstormed, researched and contributed content ideas that appealed to target audience.
- Performed in-depth research into topics to write clear and accurate copy.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts for interviews and topic generation.
- Conducted background research to add depth to scenes, history and characters.
- Edited or rewrote written collateral and submitted for approval by supervisor or editor.
- Followed trends in industry and target genre to capitalize on emerging trends.
Multimedia Reporter
Weekend Argus Saturday Edition
Cape Town
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Reporting predominantly on crime and court
- Writing features
- Research, prepare and conduct interviews
- Following-up on stories
- Making sure that all stories are accurate, factual and contain several voices/sources
- Writing online content
- Taking videos and pictures
- Generating unique story ideas
- Checking social media and articles of interest for story ideas
- Adhering to deadlines.
English Teacher
TLC Language Institute
China
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Teaching English.
Online English Teacher
Education First
Johannesburg
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
Online and Print Journalist and Radio Reporter
Caxton Newspapers
Johannesburg
11.2014 - 07.2017
- Writing articles for four newspapers: Randburg Sun, Roodepoort Northsider, Northcliff Melville Times and Rosebank Killarney Gazette
- Writing content for online and print media
- Covering hard news, sports, profiles, entertainment, crime, accidents, also using social media
- Submitting three stories daily or more
- Attending events and the scene of breaking news
- Writing reviews and editorials
- Taking pictures and video
- Coming up with fresh content
- Researching
- Relationship building with community and key stakeholders, internally and externally
- Newspaper layout
- Reporting the weeks local breaking news on Radio Today
- Achievements: Best newspaper journalist in August 2015
- Selected to start the Caxton Newspapers radio reporting on Radio Today.
Intern: Internal Communications Officer
Department Of Infrastructure and Development (MEC)
Johannesburg
11.2014 - 07.2017
- Worked with the MEC's media liaison officer to write articles for departmental meetings, events, and MEC announcements
- Writing clear concise material to be shared within the department
- Attending events and writing content about these events on behalf of MEC office and circulated accordingly
- Attending meetings.
Tutor
ABC
Johannesburg
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
Intern
The New Age Newspaper
Johannesburg
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Shadowing journalists and learning how to approach stories
- Newspaper layout
- Sub-editing of articles
- Conducting interviews.
Writer
Elect Magazine Online
Johannesburg
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Writing articles for the beauty and fashion section
- Proofreading
- Research.
Writer
Varsity College Student Magazine
Johannesburg
01.2013
- Writing articles
- Proofreading
- Research.
Intern
The Star Newspaper
Johannesburg
01.2009
- Conducting interviews
- Writing articles
- Research.
Education
Diploma - Journalism
Varsity College
03.2014
Higher Certificate - Business Principles And Practices
Varsity College
01.2011
Skills
- Fact-Checking
- Copy Editing
- News Writing
- Breaking News Coverage
- Interviewing Techniques
- Web Analytics
- Digital Photography
- Community Management
- Online Research
- Investigative Reporting
- Breaking News
- Gathering Information
- Search Engine Optimization
- Copywriting and Editing
- Feature Writing
- Source Building
- Journalistic Reporting
- Press Release Writing
- Copywriting
- On-Scene Reporting
- Social Media Management
- Checking Facts
- Research Skills
- Conducting Interviews
- Deadline Management
- Personal Interview Strength
References
- Kyle Zeeman, Deputy News Editor, The Citizen, 072 127 0451
- Cornelia le Roux, News Editor, The Citizen, 082 441 0488
- Megan Tyack, Group Editor, Caxton Newspapers, 082 973 8842
- Phathisani Moyo, News Editor, New Age Newspaper, 082 820 9953
Hobbies and Interests
- News
- Photography
- Reading and writing
- Culinary arts
Timeline
Digital Journalist
The Citizen
09.2023 - Current
Content Writer
Explain
12.2022 - 03.2023
Multimedia Reporter
Weekend Argus Saturday Edition
06.2018 - 09.2022
English Teacher
TLC Language Institute
07.2017 - 02.2018
Online English Teacher
Education First
06.2017 - 07.2017
Tutor
ABC
11.2016 - 05.2017
Online and Print Journalist and Radio Reporter
Caxton Newspapers
11.2014 - 07.2017
Intern: Internal Communications Officer
Department Of Infrastructure and Development (MEC)
11.2014 - 07.2017
Intern
The New Age Newspaper
09.2013 - 10.2013
Writer
Varsity College Student Magazine
01.2013
Writer
Elect Magazine Online
01.2012 - 01.2013
Intern
The Star Newspaper
01.2009
Diploma - Journalism
Varsity College
Higher Certificate - Business Principles And Practices
Varsity College
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