I am most passionate about saving money. I have been a working student and finding bargains, making money and saving it has become a big part of who I am. However, my career as a writer is different. I am driven by people stories, what makes them happy and helping resolve what makes them sad. I am most passionate about saving money. I have been a working student and finding bargains, making money and saving it has become a big part of who I am. However, my career as a writer is different. I am driven by people stories, what makes them happy and helping resolve what makes them sad. Apart from that, with a three year long National Diploma in Journalism and Media studies, I have learned the theory behind what makes a journalist knowledgeable about digital media, one that is able to shoot and write productions for consumption. More-so, IOL gave me an opportunity to not only implement what I know academically but also molded me into a focused journalist in developing feature articles and short stories with a strong command of the English language and familiarity with a wide range of writing styles. I am committed to maintaining journalistic excellence and integrity. In a space of a few months I have worked very closely and successfully with people and I: -Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories. -Completed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity. -Written front-page breaking news stories and provided real time updates online. -Wrote compelling investigative and human interest stories about news subjects. - Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignments covering range of topics, including gender-based violence and gang related crime subjects.