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Zizipho Z. Moni

Science Journalist
Upington

Summary

Adaptable and multilingual professional with a background in Journalism and Psychology, experienced in AI training, radio broadcasting, translation, tutoring, and customer service, with a strong passion for communication, education, and social development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages

Work History

Freelancer

Upwork
02.2021 - Current
  • Translator
  • Transcriber
  • Writer
  • Chat operator
  • Freelancer
  • Tutor
  • AI Trainer
  • Youtube Script writer
  • Proof reader

Science Journalist

Radio Riverside
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Skilled at Research, writing, Audio editing, Translating, Transcribing, Voice-over talent, Radio presenting at radio programming.

Volunteer Assistant

Vela Langa Primary School
01.2016 - 11.2024
  • Assistant Netball coach
  • English Tutor
  • Waitressing during events
  • Assisting in decorating During Events

Call Center Sales Representative

Gavin Property
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets through effective prospecting, lead generation, and closing techniques.
  • Managed escalated calls professionally, resolving complex issues effectively while maintaining rapport with callers.
  • Developed long-term relationships with customers by providing exceptional service and tailored solutions.
  • Contributed to positive work environment by assisting colleagues with problem-solving and skill development.

Cashier; cleaner; sales assistant; shelf packing

Unathi Supermarket
06.2014 - 12.2020

Waitress

Galito's
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Waitressing

Education

Diploma - Journalism

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE
Johannesburg
06.2020

BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY

IIE VARSITY COLLEGE
04-2027

Certificate - Google Analytics

Google Skillshop
Remote
04.2001 -

Certificate - TEFL

Teacher Record
Remote
04.2001 -

Certificate - Coping With Changes: Learning Through Play

The Lego Foundation
Remote
04.2001 -

Certificate - Medical Evaluation of Sexual Assault Survivor

Warren Alpert Medical School | Brown University
Remote
04.2001 -

Certificate - Grade 1 - 3 Play Based Learning Course

PLAY: UNICEF, Department of Edication, Lego Foundation
Remote
04.2001 -

Certificate - Science Forum SADC Science Journalism Programme

SADC
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Creativity
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Communication skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Project management
  • Content writing
  • Audio editing
  • Customer support
  • Search engine optimization
  • Analytical skills
  • Client management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility

References

  • Nontombi Ngwadla, Unathi Supermarket, +27723264646
  • Galito's, 011 331 6633/32
  • Mr Mmusi, Vela Langa Primary School, 054 332 138
  • Nonkululeko Zikhali | Radio Riverside: 072 965 9087 | 054 331 3244

Timeline

Science Journalist

Radio Riverside
09.2024 - 09.2025

Call Center Sales Representative

Gavin Property
03.2024 - 08.2024

Freelancer

Upwork
02.2021 - Current

Waitress

Galito's
01.2019 - 12.2019

Volunteer Assistant

Vela Langa Primary School
01.2016 - 11.2024

Cashier; cleaner; sales assistant; shelf packing

Unathi Supermarket
06.2014 - 12.2020

Certificate - Google Analytics

Google Skillshop
04.2001 -

Certificate - TEFL

Teacher Record
04.2001 -

Certificate - Coping With Changes: Learning Through Play

The Lego Foundation
04.2001 -

Certificate - Medical Evaluation of Sexual Assault Survivor

Warren Alpert Medical School | Brown University
04.2001 -

Certificate - Grade 1 - 3 Play Based Learning Course

PLAY: UNICEF, Department of Edication, Lego Foundation
04.2001 -

Certificate - Science Forum SADC Science Journalism Programme

SADC
04.2001 -

Diploma - Journalism

IIE ROSEBANK COLLEGE

BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY

IIE VARSITY COLLEGE
Zizipho Z. MoniScience Journalist