Charissa Cassels

Charissa Cassels 40 Buffalo Road Schornville, King William’s Town-- EXPERIENCE SKILLS Inc.Africa, Remote - Writer, October 2021 - September 2023 ​Excellent verbal and written ● I commenced my internship career, demonstrating dedication and competence to secure a contracted position as a writer for the company. ● I held responsibility for curating and managing the company's daily and later weekly newsletter. ● I completed tasks including coordinating the daily publication schedule for featured stories, conducting over 50 interviews, and crafting 50+ articles encompassing in-depth analysis, investigative reporting, book recommendations, and newsworthy content. ● During my time at Inc.Africa, I also mentored two writers on how best to communicate with sources, how to conduct interviews as well as crucial writing tips to ensure that all articles are ​Communication skills ​Able to prioritise and plan ​effectively ​Creative ​Good time management ​Knowledge of different forms of writing and their requirements ​Ability to track and analyse social media platforms (Facebook, ​Twitter, WordPress) ​Tools: WordPress, ClickUp, Trello, Adobe Audition, Adobe informative and share a lesson for our readers. Working for a Bridge, PremierePro start-up taught me resilience as the working environment was ​ constantly changing, leading me to become more team-oriented and highly adaptable. ​AWARDS Winner of the Ahmed The Disrupting Africa Encyclopedia, Remote, Writer and Editor - October 2019 - September 2021 Kathrada Essay Competition 2019 ● Professional Experience: Writing and Editing A poem published in New ● Collaborated closely with the Chief Editor to streamline article Contrast assignments and deadlines through Trello, resulting in a reduction in article turnaround time and improved editorial efficiency. ● Conducted in-depth research on the achievements of various African innovators, producing comprehensive articles ● New African Poets 2018 Anthology Ten articles published in the highlighting their impactful contributions to their respective Huffington Post industries. Poem published in Afriwowri Thoroughly fact-checked collected research to ensure accuracy and reliability. ● A poem was published in Best We have established professional relationships with innovators through direct communication, enhancing the credibility of the articles. ● Submitted completed articles to the Chief Editor for review. ● Analysed and incorporated feedback from the Chief Editor to Literary Book, Different Shades of the Feminine Mind Dean’s List for Academic Merit - 2018 Master’s Scholarship - 2018 enhance article quality. ● Ensured the elimination of errors and maintained high editorial standards. ● Publication and Social Media Management ● Published finalised articles online, contributing to the visibility of The Disrupting Africa Encyclopedia site. ● Leveraged social media platforms to share articles, increasing overall readership and site traffic. EDUCATION Rhodes University, Grahamstown — Honours in Journalism and Media Studies - Cum Laude ● I majored in Writing and Editing. ● I have experience in Radio, Photography and Long-Form Writing. ● During this period I also tutored Writing, Editing, Photography and Design. Kingsridge High School for Girls School, King William’s Town — Grade 12 ● Deputy Head Girl ● 1st team Hockey Captain ● Head of Public Speaking ● Debating LANGUAGES English, Afrikaans, IsiXhosa