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DAVID G. DUNKLEY
Kingston,Jamaica
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Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in editorial oversight and content editing, focusing on enhancing publication quality and team collaboration. Proven track record in training writers and enforcing standards to ensure clarity and consistency in client communications.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Notes Editor/Scheduling Coordinator/trainer
Renew Supervision Services
Toronto
02.2021 - 06.2026
- Edited diverse content, improving clarity and consistency in client communications.
- Trained and collaborated with writers, enhancing overall content quality and writing strategies.
- Trained and collaborated with writers to enhance content and writing strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on writing styles and techniques, supporting team growth and skill development.
News Coordinator
The Gleaner Company
Kingston, Jamaica
01.1996 - 01.2016
- Lead investigative reporting team and edit subsequent articles
- Solicit article ideas and ensure that major news stories are covered
- Edit articles and finalize layouts for paper and online stories
- Distributed article assignments to reporters; Conducted regular meetings with the editorial team
- Solicited article ideas and ensured coverage of major news stories to align with audience interests
- Approve photos for use with stories
- Hired and managed a team of reporters; Reviewed and maintained website content for accuracy
- Supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of The Star
- Organized public and private seminars and events to foster community engagement and promote the paper
Reporter
The Jamaica Herald
Kingston, Jamaica
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Investigated and wrote engaging stories and features that informed and captivated readers
- Managed and reported on various assignments across different topics.
- Reported and coordinated content for Auto section, enhancing reader engagement and knowledge
Reporter
The Auto Report
Kingston, Jamaica
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Investigated and wrote compelling stories and features to engage readers
- Completed news assignments for publication
- Conducted interviews with key figures and community members for feature stories.
- Developed engaging articles on local events and social issues for publication.
- Researched background information to support news coverage and editorial pieces.
Education
Diploma - Media and Communication
University of The West Indies
Mona Campus. Jamaica01-2008
High School - English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Information Technology, Social Studies
Calabar High School
St. Andrew, Jamaica01-1991
Skills
- Content editing
- Editorial management
- Quality control
- Deadline management
- Team coordination
- Training facilitation
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
Hobbies and Interests
- Football
- Cricket
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Reading
- Movies
- Interacting with people
- Cooking
Timeline
Notes Editor/Scheduling Coordinator/trainer
Renew Supervision Services
02.2021 - 06.2026
News Coordinator
The Gleaner Company
01.1996 - 01.2016
Reporter
The Jamaica Herald
01.1995 - 01.1996
Reporter
The Auto Report
01.1992 - 01.1995
Diploma - Media and Communication
University of The West Indies
High School - English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Information Technology, Social Studies
Calabar High School