Experienced and an established international freelance journalist with an office in Malawi's commercial capital Blantyre. I do radio,  print and TV stories with 21 years of practical experience in journalism.  I am an accredited stringer for the Voice of America, a correspondent for the Africa Read moreBusiness magazine (UK) and also I contribute to its sister publications New African and African Banker magazines. I am the contributor for Radio World International edition (USA) and African Argumnets online publication as well as Zitamar Online based in Mozambique. I also  filed for Inter Press service both print and podcast and for Al jazeera online for Africa Desk. I was also filing for for the defunct Thinkafriacapress.com

Kondwani Mdoko is a media production and fixer specialist, a Cinematographer and documentary videographer. A seaside filmmaker a Drone pilot and photographer based in Lilongwe, Malawi. I am good and have experience in facilitating successful operations in;
1. Project Facilitation
2. Location Read moreScouting
3. Permit Acquisition
4. Local Liaison we bridge cultural and language barriers

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Worked with Malawi State House as a Videographer
- Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)  as Graphics designer/ Video Editor /Cameraman
And I own a media production company called Bitrate Media

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
• An experienced and versatile videographer and cameraman with more than 16 years experience.
• Experienced in Graphics, Designing and Multimedia Production.

AWARDS:
- Certificate Media Development TV- MBC
- Certificate Media Development TV – DW TV

JOBS DONE-
- Fine Point Production - As DOP and documentary director. ( Project; an investigative Documentary. Other crew were from Ireland)  3 to 6 September 2024.
- Cross My Heart Productions (USA based film crew) as a second cameraman (Project: Video documentary for Foundation for Smoke Free World sponsored by Phillip Morris)
- Whistleblower Production (Australian /Chinese film production company) as Location and Transport Manager-From October 6 to 22, 2018 and From August 15 to 29, 2019. FIXER
(Project: Shooting a movie called Whistleblower in Mzuzu.)
- Other organisations include CNN and Aljazeera as an assistant cameraman for television news production and Fixer.
- Worked on video documentaries for Save the Children; Farm Radio Trust; Japanese Embassy in Malawi;
Lilongwe Water Board; Tobacco Commission; IFESS International/Baobab Health Trust; Malawi Red Cross. Just to mention a few.

Successor Galero is a journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.
He is also a Drone Pilot and Video Director, I have worked with different TV and Radio Stations where I gain more experiences...I have also worked with Coppers Media International Limited but currently I visit different places for Aerial Read moreshooting more especially natural places, infrastructures etc..

As a seasoned freelance journalist and multimedia storyteller, I specialize in documentary filmmaking, graphic design, photography, and sound production. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality content, I've had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed organizations, including:

Read more- The Jesuit Center for Ecology and Development (JCED) - Media and Communications Partner (2019-Present)
- The Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM) - Media and Communications Partner (2021-2023)
- Global Landscape Forum Extra (GLF) - Media and Communications Partner (2022-2023)

Throughout my career, I've developed a versatile skill set, including:

- Documentary filmmaking and video production
- Graphic design and visual storytelling
- Photography and photo editing
- Sound production and audio storytelling
- Social media management and content creation
- Public speaking and community engagement

My achievements include:

- Establishing connections with high-profile individuals and organizations
- Successfully increasing visibility for my clients through strategic content creation
- Continuously learning from industry experts and expanding my skill set
- Developing strong public speaking skills through fieldwork and community engagement
- Thriving in fast-paced environments and meeting deadlines under pressure

In addition to my technical skills, I bring:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and graphic design software (CorelDraw, Serif, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator)
- Expertise in product branding and visual identity
- Strong computer literacy and troubleshooting skills

I'm passionate about collaborating with like-minded professionals and organizations to tell compelling stories and drive meaningful impact.

Dan Kumwenda is a Multimedia journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.,I have worked with different Companies and TV stations in Malawi, I have been capturing documentaries, TV Adverts, TV Stories and TV  series for different Companies and organizations. I shot a series for dstv Titled Kulemera episod Read more1  also worked with Modern Education and Training institute(METI) as a Tutor in TV Production. I have worked for Voice of America as a official videographer in Malawi, I have also worked for Turkish Radio and Television(TRT World).

Radiant Pictures is a media entity whose co-founder, Kalimwai Kamwendo is a former journalist but currently works as a legal practitioner. The company is based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

The Company specialises in video documentaries and live streaming services among other video and photo services.

Daniel Meki is a freelance photographer based in Lilongwe, Malawi, specializing in photography and videography for a wide range of events. His expertise includes weddings, engagements, corporate events, fashion shoots, parties, picnics, studio and outdoor sessions, advertisements, documentaries, Read moreand various other events. Daniel's comprehensive skills ensure high-quality coverage and exceptional results for all types of occasions.

Gregory Gondwe is Malawian journalist based in Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi. He is currently doing his final semester of his four-year-long Bachelors of Arts Degree in Journalism at the University of Malawi. 
He is a holder of a Diploma of Journalism and an Intermediate Certificate in Read moreJournalism. He also has other media related certificates in Reproductive Health- Nairobi, (June 15-18, 2005 National Press Foundation; Population Reference Bureau; EC Afrique); Reuters Certificate in Environmental Reporting (Johannesburg, November-December 2006); Certificate in Bird Flu Reporting (Kampala, February 2007) and World Bank Investigative Journalism Certificate (Lilongwe 2007), other numerous Media Related certificates.
He is a multi-award winning journalist and at the moment who was once been the Bureau Chief/Chief Reporter for Times Media Group responsible for the Central Region of Malawi as well as Nationally respectively. Times Media Group comprise Times Television, Blantyre Newspapers Limited (which publishes, The Daily Times (Monday to Friday), Malawi News (Saturday), The Sunday Times), Times online, as well as a radio station. 
Previously he was the Regional Editor and Bureau Chief as well as Chief Reporter for Zodiak Broadcasting Station.
His career span through newspaper reporting where he has produced quality news and feature stories for major publishing houses for the country's daily newspapers; The Nation Publications Limited and The BNL besides stringing for the country's public broadcaster, the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation. He has also corresponded for various international news outlets including CNN.
He  has over two decades of demonstrated achievement in print, online, television and radio journalism operations. As a blogger his works can be appreciated on www.gondwe-gregory.blogspot.com/ www.gregorygondwe.wordpress.com

Madalitso Kateta is a Malawian freelance journalist based in the capital Lilongwe. Kateta specialises in developmental reporting, mostly reporting on Human Rights including Gender and Child Rights, Environment and Economics.

Lovemore Khomo is a journalist based in Lilongwe, Central Region, Malawi.
I understand that the world is in our hands and there is need to work together and make a difference to people lives.
I have been working with Farm Radio International Weekly also known as Barza Wire farmradio.fm as a Read morecontributor since 2016. Locally, I am a staff writer for Nyasatimes www.nyasatimes.com and a freelance for Malawi Voice www.malawivoice.com and below are my recent stories.

https://www.nyasatimes.com/uladi-changes-goal-joins-mcp-after-a-stint-with-dpp-pp-and-udf/
https://wire.farmradio.fm/farmer-stories/malawi-support-services-help-survivors-of-gender-based-violence/

And these are my profession qualities:
•	A progressive and deep thinker with excellent analytical skills posseses more than 5 years’ experience as a journalist working in a busy newsroom.
•	I have written and produced Investigative pieces on different topics (In-depth reports)
•	Ability to investigate things deeply.
•	I have been tracking different developmental integrity and topics in recent years-Malawi.
•	I have worked as a Journalist with an excellence knowledge in articulating issues happening in different developmental sectors.
•	Excellent in researching, writing and listening on wide range of topics.
•	Excellent in covering the real time news and presenting them (Trending technical, political, social and economic issues).
•	Proficient in working in shifts and to work in 24X7 work environment.
•	Unmatchable communication skills in written and verbal both.
•	Excellent interpersonal skills.
•	Able to identify, research and verify news stories
•	Generating ideas for stories from current issues making headlines
•	Covering a range of areas for local dailies.
•	Reporting live as it unfolds and presenting newscast on air.