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Solomon Kgotso Nkabinde

Technical Producer & Presenter
Springs,Gauteng
Solomon Kgotso  Nkabinde

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
1
Language

Work History

EAST RAND STEREO/EKURHULENI FM (93.9FM)
SPRINGS

PRESENTER
10.2019 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Presented traffic, weather and news summaries to listeners at regularly scheduled times.
  • Contributed subject matter expertise as a panelist or guest speaker at conferences or events related to my field.
  • Utilized storytelling techniques to create memorable experiences for audience members, fostering long-lasting connections with the content presented.
  • Mentored and trained junior presenters in effective presentation techniques, helping them develop their public speaking skills and confidence.
  • Operated studio equipment and produced show advertisements
  • Improvised live interviews and guest phone calls
  • Met guests before program to discuss outline of interview

EAST RAND STEREO/EKURHULENI FM (93.9FM)

TECHNICAL & PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
12.2015 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce production costs while maintaining high quality standards
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure best pricing and quality of components

RADIO TODAY (1485 AM)

PRESENTER
06.2014 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Utilized storytelling techniques to create memorable experiences for audience members, fostering long-lasting connections with the content presented.
  • Played music tracks from playlists provided by station management
  • Introduced upcoming broadcasts and guided audience through entertainment
  • Built broadcast storylines to interest listeners and grow station audience
  • Answered listener calls regarding song requests, giveaways and commentary
  • Improvised live interviews and guest phone calls
  • Created engaging introductions for music, guests and other features throughout show
  • Operated technical equipment such as radio desks and soundboards
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others

RADIO TODAY (1485 AM)

TECHICAL PRODUCER /CONTROLLER
04.2011 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
  • Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance

Education

SUNDRA HIGH SCHOOL
, Mpumalanga, South Africa

High School Diploma
01.2002 - 12.2007

University Overview

  • Highest Grade Passed: GRADE 12
  • AFRIKAANS
  • ENGLISH
  • HOME ECONOMICS
  • BUSINESS ECONOMICS
  • TOURISM
  • GEOGRAPHY

Youth Connection
, Springs, South Africa

COMPUTER LITERACY
07.2008 - 08.2008

University Overview

Subjects: WINDOWS, EXEL, POWER POINT, PUBLISHER, TYPING

Democracy Begins in Conversation
, Johannesburg, South Africa

THE PERFORMANCE AND PRACTICE OF CONSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMME
01.2008 - 06.2008

African Bay Institute
, Springs, South Africa

WAITRON
03.2008 - 04.2008

Thuthuka Casting
, Johannesburg, South Africa

AUDIO-VISUAL COMMUNICATION from Radio And Television Broadcasting
04.2010 - 05.2010

University Overview

Subjects: SCRIPT READING, PRESENTING & DRAMA

Ivan May Radio Academy
, Johannesburg , South Africa

RADIO BROADCASTING from Radio And Television Broadcasting
04.2011 - 10.2011

University Overview

Subjects: TECHNICAL PRODUCTION, EDITING & PRESENTING

Skills

Remote presenting

Additional Skills Abilities

VOICE OVER ARTISTRY : (CELL C, STADIUMS FAST FOOD & KIA EAST RAND) ECT,

COMPANY: EKURHULENI FM & MIC DROP MEDIA.

EDITING AND PRODUCING ADVERTS.

SCRIPT WRITING.

Job Description

I RECORD, EDIT & PACKAGE ADVERTS, SHOW PROMOS, STATION IMAGING AND PRE-RECORDED SHOWS THAT NEEDS TO GO ON AIR, BY USING SOUND-FORGE FOR RECORDING AND ZETTA SYSTEM FOR BROADCASTING., I CAN PUT TOGETHER AN OBU AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS; I AM ABLE CONTROL THE DESK FOR PRESENTERS TO RUN THEIR SHOWS TOO., I'M CURRENTLY USING ZETTA & GSELECTOR SYSTEM FOR CASTING AND I'M ALSO FAMILIAR WITH GENESYS SOFTWARE, WHICH I HAVE WORKED WITH IN THE PAST.

Id No

8903265376084

Health

EXCELLENT

Address Contact Numbers

61 HLABANGANE STREET, KWA THEMA, SPRINGS, 1575, 0610623473/081 450 1393

Personal Information

  • Gender: MALE
  • Nationality: SOUTH AFRICAN
  • Marital Status: SINGLE

References

  • JACKY KANAPI , (084) 459 5353, RADIO TODAY (SNR TECHNICAL)
  • MARTHIE KANNEMAYER, (011) 362 1569/084 4068149, E. R. STEREO/ EFM (HR MANAGER)
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Software

Sony Acid Pro , Sony Sound forge, RCS Zetta & Genesis

Timeline

PRESENTER

EAST RAND STEREO/EKURHULENI FM (93.9FM)
10.2019 - 03.2024

TECHNICAL & PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

EAST RAND STEREO/EKURHULENI FM (93.9FM)
12.2015 - 03.2024

PRESENTER

RADIO TODAY (1485 AM)
06.2014 - 12.2015

Ivan May Radio Academy

RADIO BROADCASTING from Radio And Television Broadcasting
04.2011 - 10.2011

TECHICAL PRODUCER /CONTROLLER

RADIO TODAY (1485 AM)
04.2011 - 12.2015

Thuthuka Casting

AUDIO-VISUAL COMMUNICATION from Radio And Television Broadcasting
04.2010 - 05.2010

Youth Connection

COMPUTER LITERACY
07.2008 - 08.2008

African Bay Institute

WAITRON
03.2008 - 04.2008

Democracy Begins in Conversation

THE PERFORMANCE AND PRACTICE OF CONSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMME
01.2008 - 06.2008

SUNDRA HIGH SCHOOL

High School Diploma
01.2002 - 12.2007
Solomon Kgotso NkabindeTechnical Producer & Presenter