Memory Nyambe
Lusaka
Summary
Seasoned, result-oriented journalist and communications specialist dedicated to transforming the media and communication sector. Brings deep understanding of both electronic and print mainstream media, with industry credentials and hands-on expertise in trending communication skills. Proficient in programs such as MS Word, Excel, PageMaker 7.0, Corel Draw, and editing suites like Final Cut Pro, Edius, and Adobe. Enjoys reading motivational and educational books or journals, watching movies, exploring new places, engaging with people, and honing cooking skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Communication Specialist -Videographer
Langmead and Baker Communications
05.2023 - Current
- Gathered information on customer opinions and adjusted plans to capitalize on current trends.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
- Secured media coverage for clients, company, and specific campaigns.
- Helped with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
- Developed ideas and leads for new stories according to industry trends.
- Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
- Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Captured footage for variety of projects successfully, from corporate events to weddings.
- Assisted with setting up and breaking down equipment before and after shoots.
- Produced videos according to client specifications, including desired length, style and pace.
- Operated video cameras in various environments, adjusting settings appropriately for outdoor and studio.
- Developed scripts and storyboards to guide production process.
- Captured footage for wide range of projects, feature films, or documentaries.
- Recorded multiple camera angles simultaneously to capture dynamic shots.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over Number hours of footage.
Reporter and Producer
Diamond Television
03.2021 - Current
- Film motion pictures, edit packages for news and short documentaries
- Write reports and content for news
- Covered the 2021 general elections
- Coordinated live interviews and stream coverage of polls in various districts
- Presented various news programmes.
Broadcast specialist
Suma systems media consultancy
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Film motion pictures for short documentaries for corporate clients
- Write stories for publication in business magazine called Solwezi today
- Capture still pictures for publication in dailies and magazine
- Provide marketing and advertising platform for clients
- Provide information on magazine content and procedures
- Manage office activities
- Worked with prominent professionals in corporate social responsibility events
- Involved in distribution of magazines
- Editing and packing stories for publication.
Reporter
Muvi Television
11.2011 - 02.2018
- Bureau chief North western province
- Gathering and research of news content in the province
- Producing and Writing hard news for broadcasting
- Script writing and editing of news pictures
- Filming content for news and any broadcast material
- Working on weekly report for the office
- Attend to customers on any queries in relation to services offered at the office.
Communications Officer
Two Ends Advertising and Communication
06.2011 - 10.2011
- Producer for Real Estate magazine (REMA) T.V Documentary
- Researching for information for the programme
- Coordinating the production of the Television Documentary
- Writing scripts and Editing
- Making appointments for interviews
- Marketing and giving information on the Documentary.
Head of Programmes
Mpika Community Radio Station
02.2009 - 02.2011
- Gathering information for Radio programmes
- Orienting and Recording Programmes for airing
- Producer and Radio presenter
- Researcher for Radio Programmes.
Communications Officer
Two Ends Advertising & Communications
10.2008 - 03.2009
- Handling the communications for the company
- Writing Articles for publication for the Real Estate Magazine (REMA)
- Researcher for Television Programme & Radio
- Preparing Communication Strategies & Assistant Editor for REMA.
Reporter
New Vision Newspapers
06.2008 - 09.2008
- Writing articles for publication
- Managing Entertainment & Lifestyle pages
- Producing news ideas and executing.
Industrial Attachment
Zambia Daily Mail
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Worked in the Sub Dept-Editing & Designing articles for publication
- News gathering and reporting
- Writing articles in the News room.
Reporter
Monitor & Digest Newspapers
01.2007 - 05.2007
- Writing Hard News & Entertainment Articles
- Collecting and Research on news stories
- Researcher on news idea.
Education
Pursuing A Masters Degree - Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Cavendish University Zambia
Bachelor’s degree in Mass communication and Public Relations -
Cavendish University Zambia
07.2020
Diploma in Journalism -
Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts & Commerce
12.2008
General Certificate of Education (O-levels) -
Njase Girls Secondary School
12.2004
Primary School Certificate -
Monze Town Basic School
12.1999
Skills
- Brand Messaging
- Community Engagement
- Verbal Communication
- Press Release Writing
- Editing and proofreading
- Media Relations
- Storytelling
- Internal Communications
- Event execution
- Podcast Production
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of eight in the development of news bureau for diamond television.
Female
Journalist/ Broadcast specialist
Sex
Female
Surname
Nyambe
Personal Information
- Nationality: Zambian
References
- Pamela Lishika, General Manager, Diamond Television, Lusaka.
- John Chola, Suma systems media consultancy and Communications, 0977 716641
- Ronald Kombe, General Manager, Muvi Television, 0977890408
Affiliations
Zambia Institute of Public Relations and communication - ZIPRIC
- Zambia Institute of Marketing - ZIM
Certification
- Certified Communication specialist, Videographer, Langmead and Baker- over 2 years.
Timeline
Communication Specialist -Videographer
Langmead and Baker Communications
05.2023 - Current
Reporter and Producer
Diamond Television
03.2021 - Current
Broadcast specialist
Suma systems media consultancy
08.2019 - 12.2020
Reporter
Muvi Television
11.2011 - 02.2018
Communications Officer
Two Ends Advertising and Communication
06.2011 - 10.2011
Head of Programmes
Mpika Community Radio Station
02.2009 - 02.2011
Communications Officer
Two Ends Advertising & Communications
10.2008 - 03.2009
Reporter
New Vision Newspapers
06.2008 - 09.2008
Industrial Attachment
Zambia Daily Mail
02.2008 - 05.2008
Reporter
Monitor & Digest Newspapers
01.2007 - 05.2007
Pursuing A Masters Degree - Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Cavendish University Zambia
Bachelor’s degree in Mass communication and Public Relations -
Cavendish University Zambia
Diploma in Journalism -
Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts & Commerce
General Certificate of Education (O-levels) -
Njase Girls Secondary School
Primary School Certificate -
Monze Town Basic School
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