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Katende Erick

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Hi, I’m Katende Erick, a Kampala-based Digital Communications Strategist, photographer, content creator, consultant, and social media manager.

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Hi, I’m Katende Erick, a Kampala-based Digital Communications Strategist, photographer, content creator, consultant, and social media manager. I help brands craft compelling online narratives, grow their digital presence, and turn engagement into real results through data-driven strategies, SEO, SEM, and online advertising.

As founder of Kafunda Media, I lead a team delivering digital marketing, social media management, photography, videography, influencer marketing, and media management for clients across Uganda and beyond. I’m passionate about storytelling, creative visuals, and building strong online communities.

  • 12 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 17 roles

Event Manager · The Bridal Expo UGApr 2022 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr

Managed event coordination, vendor relations, logistics, and marketing campaigns to drive attendance and engagement.

Photographer · Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and FisheriesMay 2021 – Feb 2022 · 10 mos

Delivered high-quality ground and aerial photography for communications and PR, documenting events, visits, and campaigns.

Digital Communications Consultant · Kafunda MediaMar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

Collaborated with clients to design and implement customized digital communication strategies, managed social media accounts, developed content, and conducted analytics to evaluate performance and inform future campaigns (including SEO, SEM, online advertising, and website development).

Digital Communications Strategist · Kafunda MediaFeb 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 10 mos
Freelance Writer · Mambo News UgandaMar 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 9 mos
Social Media Manager · LIT LOUNGENov 2019 – Jan 2020 · 3 mos
Social Media Manager · Beverly Hills KansangaJul 2019 – Jan 2021 · 1 yr 7 mos
Freelance Journalist · The Tower PostJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

Education· 8

Certificate in SEO, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia · Great Learning2024
Cloud Governance Principles · Cybrary2023
Certificate in Online Marketing · E-marketing Institute2018
Online Courses · Khan Academy2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 6

Great Learning Certificate in SEO, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia2024
Cybrary Certificate in Cloud Governance Principles2023
Certificate in Online Marketing2018
Marketing in the New Digital Era2030 – 2026

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