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I am an experienced communication officer with extensive knowledge in media relations, creative design, and social engagement. I excel at innovating creative ideas for communication and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and the public. I am skilled at working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and leading teams effectively. I consistently update my knowledge of current social media trends to implement them effectively in my work. With expertise in graphic design, videography, and digital marketing, I am passionate about promoting projects and services through multiple media channels while delivering impactful communication strategies.…I am an experienced communication officer with extensive knowledge in media relations, creative design, and social engagement. I excel at innovating creative ideas for communication and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and the public. I am skilled at working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and leading teams effectively. I consistently update my knowledge of current social media trends to implement them effectively in my work. With expertise in graphic design, videography, and digital marketing, I am passionate about promoting projects and services through multiple media channels while delivering impactful communication strategies.

John Eric Thoya Katana

Web Designer, Creative Director, Graphic Designer, +2

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I am an experienced communication officer with extensive knowledge in media relations, creative design, and social engagement. I excel at innovating creative ideas for communication and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and the public. I am skilled at working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and leading teams effectively. I consistently update my knowledge of current social media trends to implement them effectively in my work. With expertise in graphic design, videography, and digital marketing, I am passionate about promoting projects and services through multiple media channels while delivering impactful communication strategies.…I am an experienced communication officer with extensive knowledge in media relations, creative design, and social engagement. I excel at innovating creative ideas for communication and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and the public. I am skilled at working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and leading teams effectively. I consistently update my knowledge of current social media trends to implement them effectively in my work. With expertise in graphic design, videography, and digital marketing, I am passionate about promoting projects and services through multiple media channels while delivering impactful communication strategies.

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I am an experienced communication officer with extensive knowledge in media relations, creative design, and social engagement. I excel at innovating creative ideas for communication and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and the public. I am skilled at working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and leading teams effectively.

I consistently update my knowledge of current social media trends to implement them effectively in my work. With expertise in graphic design, videography, and digital marketing, I am passionate about promoting projects and services through multiple media channels while delivering impactful communication strategies.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Advanced

Swahili

Advanced

Work Experience

Communication Officer at Office of the Governor – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025

Promoted county services and projects across various media including print, TV, and radio. Created and distributed promotional materials online and offline. Planned interviews and press conferences, produced marketing copy for the county website, and crafted monthly newsletters with updates. Engaged in social media and professional platforms to discuss county projects. Monitored website and social media, addressed client queries, maintained relationships with journalists, and developed communication strategies. Collected feedback and maintained media coverage records with analytics.

Administration Officer at Machawood Board – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2016 - August 28, 2025

Served as Personal Assistant to the Board CEO. Coordinated appointments, meetings, and conferences. Managed office files and contributed to board strategic planning and organizational structure development. Organized promotional events such as Machakos Fest and Tour De Machakos. Handled purchasing of office supplies and equipment. Welcomed visitors and performed other duties as required.

Creative Designer / Desktop Publisher at Office of County Secretary – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025

Created digital artworks from ideas and printed/published a wide range of materials. Maintained the county's brand image, designed adverts, created the county brand manual, and produced graphic designs for all county departments.

Creative Designer / Desktop Publisher at XRX Technologies (XEROX)

May 1, 2012 - August 28, 2025

Created digital artworks from ideas and handled printing and publishing. Maintained client records and daily work reports, conducted daily stock management, and managed sales and marketing of Xerox printers and services.

Communication Officer - Photography/Videography/Creative Designer at Office of the Governor – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025

Promoted county services and projects through creation and distribution of promotional materials across online and offline channels including print, TV, and radio. Planned media events like interviews and press conferences; produced marketing content for websites; crafted newsletters with county updates; actively engaged in social media and professional platforms. Monitored social media channels, addressed client queries, maintained media relations and database, gathered feedback for leadership, developed communications strategies, and analyzed media coverage data.

Administration Officer at Machawood Board – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2016 - August 28, 2025

Served as personal assistant to the Board CEO; coordinated and managed appointments, meetings, and conferences. Maintained office files and contributed to the board's strategic planning and organizational development. Organized artisan promotional events such as Machakos Fest, Tour De Machakos, choir events, and end-of-year parties. Handled procurement of office supplies and equipment, greeted visitors, and performed other relevant duties.

Creative Designer/Desktop Publisher at Office of County Secretary – Government of Machakos County

May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025

Created digital artworks from ideas and produced a wide range of printed and published works. Maintained the county's brand image by designing adverts, the county brand manual, and departmental graphic designs.

Creative Designer/Desktop Publisher at XRX Technologies (XEROX)

May 1, 2012 - August 28, 2025

Created digital artworks based on ideas; managed client records and daily work reports. Conducted daily stocktaking and handled sales and marketing of Xerox printers and related services.