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I'iga Fepulea'i Makelita Tu'u

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Experienced news anchor with several years of experience in a broadcasting role. Possess strong research and analytical skills, and adept at delivering engaging news presentations. Notable for maintaining high journalistic standards and integrity while providing accurate news reporting. Committed to incorporating editorial feedback and increasing ratings. Have made significant contributions to previous workplaces by enhancing audience engagement through compelling reporting and insightful analysis.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Newsreader

Foafoa O Aotearoa - 531PI
Manukau, Auckland
03.2015 - Current
  • Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
  • Maintained knowledge of local issues and national and international affairs relevant to broadcast coverage areas.
  • Adhered to strict deadlines while ensuring accuracy of information reported.

Radio Presenter, Translator

Foafoa O Aotearoa - 531PI
, Auckland
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Interviewed guests for radio programs.
  • Encouraged listeners to participate in contests or promotions.

Newsreader

The Voice of Samoa - Radio 1179AM
, Auckland
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Translated current affairs to inform viewers about the latest developments.
  • Analyzed current events to select appropriate material for newscasts or other programs.

Newsreader

Samoa Mo Samoa - Radio 1386AM
, Auckland
01.1999 - 01.2003
  • Analyzed current events to select appropriate material for newscasts or other programs.
  • Generated, wrote and delivered breaking news stories, special reports and features segments for leading market station.

Telephonist

Statistics New Zealand
, Auckland
01.2001 - 12.2001
  • Performed clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, faxing documents.
  • Maintained records of customer interactions and transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints and comments.

Translator

Grey Lynn Neighbourhood Law Society
, Auckland
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Worked with linguists to ensure that translations were accurate and culturally appropriate.
  • Interpreted verbal conversations in real time into another language.
  • Assisted non-English speaking clients with communication issues.

Office Assistant

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre - PIERC
Herne Bay
01.1990 - 01.1993
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
  • Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
  • Answered phone calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
  • Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.

Education

Certificate For Windows 97 -

UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ
01-1998

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ
01-1995

New Start Programme

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ
01-1994

Windows 3.0

Auckland Institute of Technology
Auckland
01-1994

Word Perfect 5.1

Auckland Institute of Technology
Auckland
01-1992

Certificate in Interpreting

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre
Herne Bay
01-1990

Certificate in Computer & Clerical Skills

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre - PIERC
Herne Bay
01-1990

Form Five Certificate

Saint Mary's College
Vaimoso, Western Samoa
01-1969

Skills

  • Broadcast journalism
  • News analysis
  • Content creation
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Radio production
  • Audience engagement

Languages

Samoan
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Newsreader

Foafoa O Aotearoa - 531PI
03.2015 - Current

Radio Presenter, Translator

Foafoa O Aotearoa - 531PI
01.2010 - 01.2015

Newsreader

The Voice of Samoa - Radio 1179AM
01.2003 - 01.2007

Telephonist

Statistics New Zealand
01.2001 - 12.2001

Newsreader

Samoa Mo Samoa - Radio 1386AM
01.1999 - 01.2003

Translator

Grey Lynn Neighbourhood Law Society
01.1999 - 01.2000

Office Assistant

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre - PIERC
01.1990 - 01.1993

Certificate For Windows 97 -

UNITEC Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Auckland University of Technology

New Start Programme

Auckland University of Technology

Windows 3.0

Auckland Institute of Technology

Word Perfect 5.1

Auckland Institute of Technology

Certificate in Interpreting

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre

Certificate in Computer & Clerical Skills

Pacific Islands Education Resource Centre - PIERC

Form Five Certificate

Saint Mary's College

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