simon savimbi
@simonsavimbi
Seasoned radio editor and journalist specializing in ethical reporting, content moderation, and audience engagement.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a seasoned communication professional and journalist with over 10 years of experience in media, broadcasting, editorial leadership, and audience engagement. I currently serve as an Assistant Head of Radio and Editor, where I help manage daily operations, maintain broadcast schedules, and shape news bulletins, features, and programs for accuracy and balance.
I moderate live on-air discussions and listener feedback, supervise presenters and journalists to uphold editorial and ethical standards, and coordinate editorial meetings and content planning. I bring a strong grounding in media ethics & regulatory compliance, along with calm, professional judgment in fast-moving situations—built further through my experience as a Sports Journalist & Editor and reinforced by my ongoing BBA studies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Head of Radio
Thome FM
Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 4 months)
Assisted in managing daily radio operations and broadcast schedules, and edited news bulletins and programs to ensure accuracy and balance. Moderated live on-air and online audience interactions and supervised presenters and journalists to uphold ethical standards and broadcasting regulations.
Sports Journalist & Editor
Syokimau FM
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)
Reported and edited sports news and feature stories, covering live sports events and conducting interviews. Prepared on-air scripts, managed audience interaction during sports programs, and maintained journalism standards and deadlines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the People
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
Pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at the University of the People.
East Africa Institute of Information Studies
Diploma in Mass Communication, Mass Communication
Completed a Diploma in Mass Communication at East Africa Institute of Information Studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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