Batsikana Richard
Video Journalist
Kampala
Summary
I am a highly experienced Television/Broadcast journalist with over 10 years of experience in producing high-quality video content for international news organizations, media outlets and Cooperate Organizations. Skilled in Writing, filming, Video editing and Content Creation on a wide range of topics, including politics, conflict, social justice, Sports and human interests.
Media professional with proven track record in delivering impactful visual news stories and reports.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages; English, Runyankole, Rukiga, Rutooro and Luganda
Work History
Video Journalist
Feature Story News
01.2014 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: FSN provides Broadcast content to over 28 world clients among others, CGTN, DW, TRT, SABC, African News, PBS News Hour, ENCA, CNA, CBC
- Researched, filmed, and edited video packages for international news broadcasts
- Conducted interviews with high-profile figures, including politicians, celebrities, and experts
- Worked in high-pressure environments, including conflict zones and natural disaster areas
- Collaborated with producers, editors, and other journalists to deliver timely and engaging content
- FSN provides Broadcast content to over 28 world clients among others, CGTN, DW, TRT, SABC, African News, PBS News Hour, ENCA, CNA, CBC
Freelance Video Journalist
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Produced video content for various clients, including; Action Aid, NTV, Channel 44 TV, Pearlsporto TV and WBS TV
- Covered international news events
- Edited and delivered final products to clients, meeting tight deadlines
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Mass Communication
Islamic University In Uganda
01.2008 - 01.2011
Broadcast media training -
Media Plus Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2011
Internship Certificate - Broadcast Journalism
NTV UGANDA
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Internship Certificate - News Gathering And Reporting
BFM Radio
Bushenyi 04.2001 -
Skills
Video production and editing
Adobe Premiere
Final Cut Pro
Camera operation
Studio Operations
Filming and editing for broadcast
Script Writing
online content creation
Adaptive learning
Video editing
Lighting techniques
Deadline management
Interviewing techniques
Teamwork
Storytelling techniques
Visual storytelling
Audio recording
Social media Managment
Sample Works
- Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flftJeR5oc8
- Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyLTY_gbSJ4&t=40s
- Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PX78dBy3iA
- Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EliymknK1Lk
- Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFs1z-au6vc
- Https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1j1N0RxGSeqW_lwpZh1r_5APpLH8z8JGp?usp=drive_link
Timeline
Video Journalist
Feature Story News
01.2014 - 01.2024
Freelance Video Journalist
01.2012 - 01.2014
Broadcast media training -
Media Plus Ltd.
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor's Degree - Mass Communication
Islamic University In Uganda
01.2008 - 01.2011
Internship Certificate - Broadcast Journalism
NTV UGANDA
04.2001 -
Internship Certificate - News Gathering And Reporting
BFM Radio
04.2001 -