ANTONIO MAHUSAY MANAYTAY
Purok BIDC, Caparan, Ipil, 7001Philippines
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A dedicated writer/ editor with a unique combination of technical expertise gained from working with not-for-profit organizations in the Philippines, writing skills, and experience managing both writers and projects in a newsroom setting. With storytelling style of writing, can write on diverse topics with depth. Knowledgeable on Content Management System, SEO-friendly writing, and familiar with AP Style.
Knows that the devil is in the details and open to exploring new horizons in the field of communications.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Dedicated media relations and media networking champion
Experienced in sourcing news and able to write original content from data sourced from reputable sites
Dedicated contributor of news articles covering environment, health, governance, peace and security, and agriculture for an online news media in the Philippines
Content Writer Due Diligence
Knowledgeable in the use of social media to increase publicity on sites including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+
Creative and strategic thinker with a solid ability in writing articles with keywords and SEO-friendly to increase online visibility and traffic. Comfortable working using online tools such CMS, and Basic HTML
AWARDS/ CITATIONS
Outstanding Story on Indigenous Peoples by the International Labor Organization (ILO) and Probe Media Foundation, Inc. (2012)
National Finalist to the 2011 Humanitarian Reporting by the International Red Cross and Probe Media Foundation, Inc.
Best Story on Child Reporting by the UNICEF and Probe Media Foundation, Inc. (2010)
Chapter Writer, Democracy at Gunpoint (Election-Related Violence in the Philippines), Vera Files and The Asia Foundation
Education
1. SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY
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Bachelor of Science in Physics (Lacking Thesis Submission)
2. UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES-LOS BANOS
Summer of 1995
Diploma, Feasibility Study Preparations and Project Benefits Monitoring & Evaluation
3. ASIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
June-July 1999
Diploma, Microfinance Course
4. ASIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
February-March 2000
Diploma, Entrepreneurial Management for Business Advantage
Personal information
1. Birthdate: June 10, 1965
2. Birthplace: Toboso, Negros Occidental
3. Nationality: Filipino
4. Civil Status: Married
5. Name of Spouse: Elvie Villarido-Manaytay
6. Children: Karlo Antonio, Paolo Antonio, Janno Antonio, Jose Ma. Antonio, Princess Eureka Antoinette
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY/ experience
1. Science, Culture and Health Reporter| Techtimes LLC, New York
January 2017– March 31, 2017
Diligence in collaborating excellently with the editorial team of Techtimes LLC, a New York-based digital media writing science, culture, and health news and feature articles. Knowledgeable with CMS, basic HTML and SEO.
2. Freelance News Writer/ Content Writer| @ Freelance
January 2008– Present
Championed the role of freelance writers by diligently fulfilling commissioned writing assignments from various online media organizations and contributes stories/ articles to several print and online media, which include a not-for-profit news site, BlueInk News.
Excellence in writing content for several blogs/ website.
3. Editor-in-Chief | Sibugay Express, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay Philippines
August 2015– March 2016
1) Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work;
2) Plan the contents of publications according to the publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements; and
3) Confer with management and editorial staff members regarding placement and emphasis of developing news stories.
4. Corporate Communication Manager | Atro Mining Vitali-Inc.
August 1, 2012 – June 30, 2014
Championed the company’s public image through the formulation and implementation of the corporate communication plans and programs; the timely releases of corporate press stories; develop and maintain network of media pool; and the maintenance of a wholesome and publicly-accepted image of the company.
5. Research Coordinator | Initiatives for International Dialogue
May 1, 2006 – October 30, 2007
Formulated and implemented the organization’s research plans and programs; the timely releases of press stories; develop and maintain network of media pool; and conducts rapid and participatory research trainings with partner communities.
6. Technical Writer/ Consultant | GEM-Assisted Project of the Dipolog Chamber of Commerce and Industry
August 1, 2005 – March 30, 2006
Responsible for the over-all supervision of the formulation of strategy to develop the industrial corridor of Zamboanga del Norte through the novel blueprint to promote the industrial and tourism sectors of Dapitan-Dipolog-Pinan-Katipunan-Roxas-Manukan (DDPKRM) Industrial Corridor.
7. Managing/ Associate Editor | Gold Star Daily, Mindanao Philippines
May 1996 – October 1997
Responsible for the final copy of all news stories for the day and for the supervision of the proofreading and lay-out of the newspaper before going to the press. Confers with the Editorial Team on placement and emphasis on developing news stories for the day.
