About me

I pride myself in being a multi-disciplinary creative! I am a social media marketing professional with over 5 years experience in organic and paid social media marketing, community management, content creation, branding and copywriting in various industries. Founder and director of "Elka Creative", a creative agency based in Nairobi, Kenya. Storyteller. Filmmaker. Visionary.

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Projects

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  Short film : "VIVIAN" - Production AssistantWhen Covid-19 struck her dad, Vivian, a young girl from a village in Embu thought that life would come to an end for her, especially after losing her mother sometime back. Her supportive grandma keeps her hopeful. Dedicated to all Covid-19 victims and their loved ones. There is hope after Covid-19. Film funded by Kenya Film Commission Produced by : Ashley Murugi Writen & Directed by : Lawrence Njue D.O.P : Dawn Kaimenyi Ass. Dir : Emmanuel Mugo Sound : Victor Kinanga Talent Coach : Dennis Mu
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  Production AssistantWeb Doc Series set in Nairobi, Kenya following the adventures of sister-duo Natalie and Samantha of 'Mama Rocks Burgers' food truck fame. Follow them on their journey as they expand from their food truck to their first restaurant.
• Short film competition entry. "Tumaini"
• Channel Manager/Content Creator & PresenterCreated & produced content for the style channel. I was in charge of concept, production & hosting.
• Channel Manager/Content Creator & PresenterCreated & produced content for the style channel. I was in charge of concept, production & hosting.

Work history

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Digital Marketer/CreatorKipato Unbranded
Nov 2022Nairobi, KenyaFreelance
-Develop and implement marketing campaigns - Content production: create content in the form of photography, short videos and graphics - Fashion Copywriting: Write relevant captions for each post - Micro Influencing
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Social Media Marketing ManagerNairobi International School
Feb 2022Nairobi, KenyaFreelance
- Content creation via photography, videos, graphics - Develop and implement marketing campaigns - Professional and tone sensitive copywriting - Planning and scheduling - Maintaining brand image and tone

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Skills

• Creative Writing
• Video Editing
• Filmmaking
• Film Directing
• Digital Marketing
• Content Creation
• Film Production
• Modelling
• Project Management
• PR

Education

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Master of Arts (M.A.) in Media and Public Relations Newcastle University
Aug 2017 - Nov 2018Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Developed a critical understanding of media, culture and society as well as analytical and critical skills to assess and conduct research as well as work within the field of media and public relations
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English Literature and Film StudiesUniversity of Portsmouth
Aug 2013 - Jun 2016Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Examined classic and contemporary literature along with film and became an expert in reading, analyzing and discussing the written works and media that inspire us. Gained a skill set that will be applicable in working in film, publishing and media.