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Ivy Karugu

@ivykarugu

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Execution-focused News Director and Project Manager, leading high-volume content operations with data-driven accuracy.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a fast-paced team where I can own end-to-end content lifecycles—planning, production, publishing, and performance reporting—while coordinating stakeholders and optimizing workflows for accuracy, timeliness, and measurable audience growth.

I’m an execution-focused News Director and Project Manager with 8+ years’ experience owning high-volume content operations, editorial workflows, and cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. I translate complex information into clear, audience-focused messaging while maintaining strict accuracy, timelines, and operational discipline.

At Royal Media Services, I’ve owned and managed editorial calendars and production timelines, leading end-to-end content production workflows—from ideation and briefing to publishing and performance reporting. I coordinate editorial, production, technical, and external stakeholders, define deliverables and dependencies across multiple concurrent projects, and resolve workflow risks and bottlenecks to maintain continuous production efficiency.

I also drive quality through publishing oversight and quality control, producing and approving scripts, features, and special reports aligned with brand and editorial standards. Along the way, I’ve improved show flow by 14%, reduced booking errors by 12%, and enhanced customer response time by 16% through tighter coordination, documentation, and process design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

News Director

Current

Royal Media Services

Aug 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)

Owned and managed editorial calendars and production timelines, ensuring structured planning and consistent on-time delivery of high-volume content. Led end-to-end content production workflows, coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering performance insights to inform editorial strategy.

Editorial Calendar Management Production Workflows Content Quality Control SEO And Audience Focused Content Project Management

Trainee Director

Citizen TV

Jan 2017 - Aug 2017 (7 months)

Assisted studio setup and technical coordination for live broadcasts, ensuring cameras, lighting, and audio systems were operational. Collaborated on script development and show rundowns, improving segment timing by 14% while maintaining broadcast continuity.

Studio Production Coordination Multi Camera Monitoring Script And Rundown Support Scheduling And Show Readiness

Guest Relations Trainee

Royal Media Services

Sep 2016 - Dec 2016 (3 months)

Coordinated guest outreach, booking, and communication to ensure timely confirmations and smooth participation across programs. Managed guest logistics and schedules, reducing booking errors by 12% and supporting client-facing issue resolution.

Guest Management Scheduling Client Communication

Administration & Marketing Officer

Dalex Motors

Jun 2015 - Jun 2016 (1 year)

Managed customer communication channels, improving response time and client satisfaction by 16%. Oversaw daily reporting and operational support, coordinated marketing initiatives, and maintained inventory/stock systems to reduce discrepancies and improve availability.

Customer Communications Record keeping Office Administration Brand Visibility Support