January • 2025
First time working with Charles and all went well
Charles K.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
2 reviews$250 - $400 / Day
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Charles Kombe is a highly experienced freelance journalist and researcher based in Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania. With over five years of experience in the media industry, he has collaborated with both national and international organizations such as DW, VOA, BBC, Vice News, Swedish Public Broadcaster, and Voice of Liberia, among others. Currently, he is working as a producer for the Voice of America and Deutsche Welle, and is available for assignments across Africa and overseas. In addition to his international work, Kombe has also worked as a freelance radio producer for various national programs, including Tanzania National Parks, Ngorongoro Area Authority, and the Workers Compensation Fund. With his broad range of skills and experience, Kombe is a highly qualified professional who can provide exceptional services as a producer on a variety of projects.
Top Services
- On-Air Reporter / Host
- 1 review
- News Shooter / Video Journalist
- 1 review
- Field Producer
Clients
Top Reviews
Top Projects
Produced for Voice of America
In the Ring Tanzania’s Next Generation of Fighters
Men's boxing in Tanzania has enjoyed its share of international success with boxers such as Hassan Mwakinyo and others. Now, though the sport remains largely unpopular among women, trainers are stepping in the ring to inspire and empower future generations of female fighters.
- Field Producer
- Production Assistant
- Production Coordinator / Crewing
- Audio Storyteller
- Fixer
- On-Air Reporter / Host
Produced for Deutsche Welle
Tanzanian region lowers maternal death rate
In Tanzania, women often die in childbirth. Poor basic health care during pregnancy and delivery places the country toward the bottom of global rankings for maternal mortality. But, for people living in the Simiyu region, this is changing.
- Reporter / Journalist
- Field Producer
- Production Coordinator / Crewing
- Video Editor - News
- News Shooter / Video Journalist
- Translator
Produced for Voice of America
Many Tanzanians Still Resisting COVID-19 Preventive Measures
Government leaders who denied infection are now insisting people take measures, critics say
- Field Producer
- TV News Producer
Produced for Voice of America
COVID Cases Increase in Tanzania, Despite Government Denial
Opposition politicians are criticizing the government’s stance of handling the spread of the virus #Tanzania
- Reporter / Journalist
- Field Producer
- TV News Producer
Produced for Voice of America
Shrinking Ice Cap on Mount Kilimanjaro Threatens Tourism in Tanzania
UN experts say the ice cap on Africa's biggest peak, Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro, is predicted to melt by 2050 because of climate change. While scientists are looking into whether they can halt the melting, those who depend on the mountain for tourism worry about the future.
- Field Producer
- TV News Producer
- Translator
- Fixer
- Storyboard Artist
- Social Media Producer
Produced for Voice of America
Tanzanian Opposition Holds First Rallies in 6 Years After Ban Lifted
Tanzania's opposition Chadema party held its first public rally in six years this week, after the government lifted a ban on such gatherings. Despite the restored right to rally, critics doubt Tanzania's Party of the Revolution, the second-longest ruling party in Africa, will stop squeezing opponents and say a change in law is needed.
- Field Producer
- TV News Producer
- Production Coordinator / Crewing
- Translator
- Fixer
- Storyboard Artist
Equipment
Camera
- 4K Camera
- Nikon D850
Audio
- Audio Recorder
- Wireless Microphone
Miscellaneous
- External Recorder
Editing
- Adobe Premiere Pro
All Services
Production Support
- Reporter / Journalist
- Field Producer
- TV News Producer
- Production Assistant
- Audio Storyteller
- News Shooter / Video Journalist
- On-Air Reporter / Host
Post Production
- Video Editor - News
Miscellaneous
- Production Coordinator / Crewing
- Translator
- Fixer
- Storyboard Artist
- Creative Director
- Content Strategist
- Social Media Producer
- Podcast Producer