I am a ground-breaking professional musician and award-winning actor with broad experience guiding music projects and events planning. I am a Music Facilitator and Coordinator with a Master of Arts in Music in Development from SOAS, University of London, and I bring strong emotional intelligence and a friendly, outgoing personality. I have toured internationally as a, musician, actor, and cultural representative, and I am devoted to the Arts as a passion, business, and vocation. I am a dedicated teacher/mentor who strives to motivate young women and men, and I mentor and teach to help others grow creatively while embracing community impact.

Edith Katiji

I am a ground-breaking professional musician and award-winning actor with broad experience guiding music projects and events planning. I am a Music Facilitator and Coordinator with a Master of Arts in Music in Development from SOAS, University of London, and I bring strong emotional intelligence and a friendly, outgoing personality. I have toured internationally as a, musician, actor, and cultural representative, and I am devoted to the Arts as a passion, business, and vocation. I am a dedicated teacher/mentor who strives to motivate young women and men, and I mentor and teach to help others grow creatively while embracing community impact.

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I am a ground-breaking professional musician and award-winning actor with broad experience guiding music projects and events planning. I am a Music Facilitator and Coordinator with a Master of Arts in Music in Development from SOAS, University of London, and I bring strong emotional intelligence and a friendly, outgoing personality. I have toured internationally as a, musician, actor, and cultural representative, and I am devoted to the Arts as a passion, business, and vocation.

I am a dedicated teacher/mentor who strives to motivate young women and men, and I mentor and teach to help others grow creatively while embracing community impact.

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Language

English
Fluent
Shona
Fluent
South Ndebele
Advanced
Chichewa; Chewa; Nyanja
Advanced

Work Experience

Intergenerational Music Making Project Lead at Surrey County (Intergenerational Music Making Project)
October 1, 2021 - Present
Plan and lead projects through the Surrey County; Facilitate and deliver music workshops in schools and care homes; Identify and nurture talent; Plan performances; Report writing and assessment
Project Consultant & Coordinator at Youth Friendship Bench – Amari Consortium
July 1, 2018 - November 1, 2020
Directed concept development, administered budgets, finalised artist bookings, and developed media resources for pint, video, and digital platforms. Spotlighted the mental health challenges faced by diverse communities, especially during the pandemic. Hosted and supervised web platform performances during the Covid-19 lockdown. Coordinated workshops and launched the “My Mental Health Music Campaign” to boost community engagement.
Project Consultant & Coordinator at MSF Belgium
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Gathered project requirements and developed a model/concept to commence with a project titled “16 Days of Activism & Adolescents Living on the Streets.” Launched successfully both virtual and live. Developed budgets, controlled costs, recruited artists, and served as media liaison to promote the program. Collaborated as co-producer of the music, booked studio sessions, managed travel logistics, and interviewed musicians for media resources. Premiered a documentary on SGBV survivors and reached 3M viewers. Reported to the country representative and MSF officers.

Education

Master of Arts in Music in Development at SOAS University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Science in Music Business, Musicology & Technology at Midlands State University, Gweru, Zimbabwe
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
GCSE at Townsend Girls High School, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2026

Qualifications

National Arts Merit Award (NAMA) - Outstanding Actress in Theatre for The Comeback
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Bulawayo Arts Awards (BAA) 2018 - Best Alternative Album
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bulawayo Arts Awards (BAA) 2018 - Best Female Artist
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Zimbabwe Music Awards (ZIMA) 2014 - Best Alternative Album
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA) 2013 - Outstanding Female Musician
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services