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Melaku Habtu

Addis Ababa

Summary

Dynamic Sport Journalist with a proven track record at Canal+/BeMedia, adept in content creation and storytelling. Excelled in delivering engaging commentary for NBA and BAL, showcasing exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills. Thrives under pressure, mastering deadline management and multitasking, with a significant impact on audience engagement and content quality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sport Journalist and Communication

Canal+/BeMedia
04.2021 - 07.2024
  • Provided commentary on basketball games for the NBA and BAL.
  • Served as a narrator for the weekly programs "NBA Action" and "BAL Action."
  • Conducted research, authored articles, and independently edited and presented content for the weekly show "Sport Zeta."
  • Functioned as a daily news anchor and writer for the sports program "JT."

Freelance Project Coordinator

Ye United Alem YouTube Channel
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Delivered daily sports news focused on Manchester United.
  • Produced pre-game and post-game analysis videos.
  • Conducted interviews with various fan groups for my YouTube channel.
  • Created documentaries centered on individual players or the team as a whole.

Customer Service Representative

Bina Addis Consultancy
08.2018 - 04.2021
  • Engaged with customers to provide updates on their scholarship applications, recommend additional countries and universities, and inform them about upcoming scholarship opportunities.
  • Assisted clients in selecting suitable universities and cities.
  • Managed an average of 45 calls daily, addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and presenting new scholarship options.
  • Promoted the business as a leading provider dedicated to efficiency and accuracy in customer interactions with students and parents.
  • Responded to inquiries about scholarship opportunities with current and relevant information.
  • Advised on, identified, and facilitated the selection and acquisition of universities and housing options.

Freelance Project Coordinator

Daily Sport Telegram Channel
04.2017 - 04.2021
  • Delivering daily updates on sports news
  • Composing articles and conducting analyses of football, basketball, and tennis matches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
07.2018

Skills

  • Writing and editing
  • Deadline Management
  • Content Creation
  • Storytelling abilities
  • Fast Learner
  • Decision Making
  • Time Management
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Computer Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Team Player
  • Communication Skills
  • Critical thinking and Problem solving

Languages

Amharic , English
Native language

Timeline

Sport Journalist and Communication

Canal+/BeMedia
04.2021 - 07.2024

Freelance Project Coordinator

Ye United Alem YouTube Channel
09.2020 - 04.2021

Customer Service Representative

Bina Addis Consultancy
08.2018 - 04.2021

Freelance Project Coordinator

Daily Sport Telegram Channel
04.2017 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Addis Ababa University
Melaku Habtu