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Golden Maiwanga

Golden Maiwanga

Project Manager/Producer
Lusaka,Zambia

Summary

Award-winning Producer and Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in creating and managing globally acclaimed television shows and podcasts. Creator and producer of My Kitchen Party (available on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Showmax, and IMDb) and King Bugar (winner of the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for Best African Unscripted Reality Show). Expert in project scheduling, stakeholder communication, technical production, and team leadership. Adept at delivering high-quality media content within tight deadlines, with a proven ability to drive creative innovation and operational efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Technical Producer

Content Allies
Colorado Springs, Colorado
04.2024 - Current

- Directed podcast production processes, delivering high-quality episodes for global audiences.

- Leveraged advanced audio tools like Descript, Pro Tools, Adobe Podcast and Adobe Audition to enhance soundscapes, achieving great client satisfaction rate.

- Collaborated with over 10 international clients to conceptualize and execute engaging podcast content aligned with brand messaging.

Project Manager

Outfarm Media Works
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2016 - 03.2024
  • Created and produced My Kitchen Party Zambia, groundbreaking TV show that seats on on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Showmax, and IMDb, reaching millions of global viewers.
  • Created and produced King Bugar (Season 1), aired on M-Net, which won 2023 "DSTV Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards" for Best African Unscripted Reality Show.
  • Created and produced over 15 television productions for Africa's biggest pay TV platforms(M-net), achieving consistent audience engagement.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.

Production Manager

Groundxero
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2009 - 06.2013
  • Led production teams of 20+ members, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and copyright compliance.
  • Coordinated pre-production documentation, equipment setup, and post-production reviews.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Project Management

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Zambia
Lusaka
03.2008 - 09.2012

Skills

- Media Production: Concept development, on-site supervision, and end-to-end project management

- Software Proficiency: Descript, Adobe Premier Pro, Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite

- Content Development: Storyboarding, scriptwriting, and aligning content with audience engagement goals

- Project Management: Scheduling, budgeting, stakeholder coordination, and resource allocation

- Technical Expertise: Professional audio/video editing, podcast production, and mastering

- Media Production: Concept development, on-site supervision, and end-to-end project management

Referees

Kwangu Liwewe

Africa Editor, NewLines Magazine

Phone: +1(347) 251-5458 | Email: liwewekwangu@gmail.com


Kenny Mumba

Creative Director, K-ROC Pictures

Phone: +260966734645 | Email: kenny@k-rocpictures.com


Alinani Mugala

Producer, Outfarm Media Works

Phone: +260977708757 | Email: alinanimugala@gmail.com

Timeline

Technical Producer

Content Allies
04.2024 - Current

Project Manager

Outfarm Media Works
01.2016 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Business Project Management

University of Cape Town
01.2016 - 12.2018

Production Manager

Groundxero
01.2009 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Zambia
03.2008 - 09.2012
Golden MaiwangaProject Manager/Producer