Benedict Njoroge Kirira

 Benedict Njoroge Kirira Email:-| Phone:- | Nairobi, Kenya Professional Summary Dedicated Journalist and Communicator with over four years of experience specializing in Health and Science Journalism. Recognized for excellence in storytelling and creativity, with a 2nd Runner-Up award at the 2024 Annual Journalism Excellence Awards for Health and Medical Reporting. Skilled in video/audio editing, research, interviewing, and content production across multiple platforms. Proficient in Swahili and English, with a strong ability to work under tight deadlines. Core Skills Journalistic Research Interviewing Basic Photography & Videography Video & Audio editing (Final Cut Pro) Media Support & Engagement Content Writing & Project Multitasking Audio Narration Deadline & Time Management Professional Experience Health and Science Journalist K24 TV, Nairobi, Kenya | March 2020 – August 2024 Researched, scripted, and presented engaging health and science news stories on K24 TV. Conducted interviews with researchers, medical experts, and the public to provide diverse perspectives. Edited high-quality audio and video segments for television broadcasting. Expanded audience reach by leveraging personal social media platforms for story dissemination. Built and maintained a network of industry contacts to enhance news coverage reliability. Journalism Intern K24 TV, Nairobi, Kenya | May 2019 – August 2019 Assisted the production team in news reporting and live field coverage. Monitored breaking news and compiled research to support senior journalists. Performed live links on location and provided voice-overs for news stories. Education Diploma in Broadcast Journalism | Multimedia University of Kenya | 2018 – 2020 Certificate in Mass Communication & Journalism | Multimedia University of Kenya | 2017 - 2018 Achievements & Portfolio Annual Journalism Excellence Awards, 2024 – 2nd Runner-Up in Health & Medical Reporting Featured Award-winning story: Watch Here Selected News Stories: 2024 Story 2023 Story 2021 Story References Ellen Wanjiru – News Editor, K24 TV |- Harith Salim – News Anchor, KBC |- Caroline Wambui – Producer, BBC |-