Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Contact
Certification
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Teoporta Nghipunya

Teoporta Nghipunya

Khomas, Windhoek

Summary

Dynamic multimedia journalist with a proven track record both at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs and Namibian Broadcasting Corporation, excelling in content design and interpersonal communication. Mastered public speaking and event planning, significantly enhancing media relations. Leveraged skills in videography and social media to elevate defence-related narratives, ensuring impactful, audience-tailored content with integrity and credibility.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journalist at the

Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs
Windhoek
03.2019 - Current
  • Company Overview: Media liaison, documentary production, event planning, NDF journal publication writing and editing, photography, videography
  • Media liaison, documentary production, event planning, NDF journal publication writing and editing, photography, videography

News Reporter at the

Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC)
03.2018 - Current
  • Company Overview: As a News Reporter for NBC TV and Radio Current Affairs
  • As a News Reporter for NBC TV and Radio Current Affairs

Multimedia Journalist at the

Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affair
03.2018 - Current
  • Promoted multimedia content through social media channels.
  • Edited videos and film compilations before publication.
  • Prepare media monitoring and analysis
  • Developed strong professional relationships with sources, fostering trust and credibility within the community.
  • Facilitated stakeholder engagement through media liaison, drafting media invitations and promoting Defence activities at career fair exhibitions.
  • Produce informative and engaging documentaries that provide viewers with concise summaries or captivating interviews on defence matters.
  • Optimised content for search engines, improving visibility and driving more traffic to online articles.
  • Pitched stories to editorial staff in content areas of news, sports and entertainment.
  • Maintained high journalistic standards with thorough fact-checking and sound ethical practices in reporting.

Journalist

Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs
08.2016 - 03.2019
  • Company Overview: News reporting- covering Defence events
  • Writing article publications, photography
  • News reporting- covering official NDF events
  • Writing article publications, photography

Education

Bachelor of Communication Honours -

Namibia University of Science And Technology
04-2020

Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology -

Namibia University of Science And Technology
04-2019

NSSC -

Ponhofi Senior Secondary School
01-2008

Skills

  • Designing content that is tailor-made for the desired outcome
  • Gained confidence in public speaking and presentations
  • Deadline management
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Organising and planning events
  • Ability to promote and maintain strong relations with media houses

Languages

  • ENGLISH
  • OSHIWAMBO

References

  • Colonel Petrus Shilumbu, Head of PR Division, Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, +26461 204 2471, 2107, +264 811401884
  • Ms. Laimi Hainghumbi, Acting Assistant Editor, NBC TV News, +26461 291 3225, +264811694365

Contact

0813941450, 0857652986, tmwatongasheni@gmail.com, C1

Certification

  • Driver's License Code C1

Timeline

Journalist at the

Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs
03.2019 - Current

News Reporter at the

Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC)
03.2018 - Current

Multimedia Journalist at the

Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affair
03.2018 - Current

Journalist

Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs
08.2016 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Communication Honours -

Namibia University of Science And Technology

Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology -

Namibia University of Science And Technology

NSSC -

Ponhofi Senior Secondary School
Teoporta Nghipunya