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About ME

I am currently a television Correspondent based at the UN in NYC. 

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I have over five years’ experience in management and close to a decade in the TV production space. I am a media specialist with over 15 years work experience in various facets of the newsroom, having worked across various media platforms, radio and television.

 

During my time I have worked for local radio and television stations in South Africa and launched a 24-hour news station in Nigeria, where I eventually became the Southern Africa correspondent and Africa editor.

 

The last 5-years, I have spent in various senior positions within the local television arena, managing large teams of people, managing budgets and overall day-to-day operations of a 24-hour news station.

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Jody also spent a year in Chile as an exchange student from 2000 - 2001. 

As a journalist, I strive to bring a fresh perspective to every story. I am dedicated to uncovering the truth and shedding light on important issues. Whether it's covering breaking news or in-depth investigative journalism, I am committed to delivering compelling and informative content to my audience.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Feature Story News  |   New York Correspondent  |   2022 - present  
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eNCA South Africa   |   Broadcast Manager  |   2019 
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eNCA South Africa   |   Head of Output   |   2018 


​eNCA South Africa   |   Reporter & Executive Producer   |   2015 - 2017 
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TVC News Nigeria  |   Correspondent & Africa Editor   |   2012 - 2014 

 eTV South Africa  |   Reporter   |   2007 - 2012  
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South African Broadcasting Corporation   |   Reporter  |   2005 - 2007 
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P4 Radio Cape Town   |   Reporter   |   2004 - 2005 

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AFS (American Field Service)   |  Exchange Student: Chile  | 2000 - 2001   

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Jody Jacobs is a correspondent for Feature Story News 

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