WAWycliffe Asalwa
@wycliffeasalwa
Experienced editor with 24 years in the publishing field.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am an editor with 24 years of hands-on experience in the publishing field, seeking more challenges and responsibilities. My journey began as a freelance writer and has evolved through various roles, including Chief Sub-Editor and Sub-Editor at prominent newspapers such as the Standard and Sunday Nation. My extensive background has equipped me with a deep understanding of editorial processes and a keen eye for detail.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in research, writing, and editing, ensuring that every piece I handle meets the highest standards. I have also gained valuable experience in sourcing and repackaging information for easy retrieval, which is crucial in today’s fast-paced media environment. My ability to work both independently and collaboratively has been a key factor in my success, allowing me to thrive in team settings while also taking initiative when needed.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sub-Editor
The Standard Group
Jul 2013 - Sep 2024 (11 years 2 months)
Worked as a Sub-Editor at The Standard newspaper, responsible for editing articles, ensuring quality content, and meeting publication deadlines.
Sub-Editor
Nation Media Group
Jan 2007 - Jul 2013 (6 years 6 months)
Served as a Sub-Editor for the Sunday Nation newspaper, focusing on editing news articles and maintaining editorial standards.
Chief Sub-Editor
Kenya Times
Aug 2005 - Dec 2006 (1 year 4 months)
Led the editorial team as Chief Sub-Editor at Kenya Times, overseeing content quality and mentoring junior editors.
Sub-Editor
Kenya Times
May 1998 - Jun 2005 (7 years 1 month)
Worked as a Sub-Editor at Kenya Times, responsible for editing articles and ensuring adherence to publication standards.
Freelance Writer
Self Employed
Jul 1995 - Apr 1998 (2 years 9 months)
Worked as a freelance writer, creating content for various publications and honing writing and editing skills.
Volunteer Editor
Chrisco Church
Provided editorial support as a volunteer editor for the Lord’s Banner newsletter, focusing on content creation and editing.
Analyst
Media Africa
Sep 2002 - Nov 2002 (2 months)
Worked as an Analyst for Media Africa, monitoring election news for the European donor community during a critical period.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Moi University
Bachelor of Science, Information Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences degree from Moi University.
Thomson Foundation and British High Commission
Certificate, Sub-editing
Certificate in Sub-editing techniques offered jointly by the Thomson Foundation and British High Commission.
AVU and World Bank Institute
Certificate, Economics and Business Journalism
Certificate in Economics and Business Journalism offered jointly by AVU and World Bank Institute.
Mwihila Boys’ High School
KCSE, Secondary Education
Grade: B-
Attained average grade of B- in KCSE after schooling at Mwihila Boys’ High School.
Givudianyi Primary School
KCPE, Primary Education
Grade: B
Scored a mean grade of B in KCPE after basic studies at Givudianyi Primary School.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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