Favour Boluwade
Graduate Assistant/Format Consultant, Burnett Honors College, University of Central Florida
tobibolus@gmail.com • LinkedIn Profile
Professional Summary
Communications specialist and writer, interested in digital media research. Has experience in brand management, digital advertising, journalism, media relations. Multi-talented, with strong written, verbal communication and exceptional people skills, with ability to multitask, work independently and in teams.
Work Experience
08/2023 – 03/2024 | Marketing Communication Specialist | Vision International, Florida
• Collaborate on indirect marketing campaigns, including the government’s Affordable Connectivity Program and Affordable Care Act initiatives, aimed at providing essential services in the United States.
• Account Executive on advertising campaigns, to promote government programs and services, driving awareness and social media engagement among target audiences.
• Team leadership of sales representatives, providing comprehensive training and guidance to ensure effective communication of program benefits and objectives.
• Conduct regular performance analysis of marketing campaigns and sales activities, identifying areas for optimization and implementing strategic adjustments to maximize results.
08/2021 – 05/2023 | Graduate Assistant, Editor and Writing Tutor | Middle Tennessee State University (Writing Center)
• Teach, tutor, and offer advisory services on assignments, research projects and other forms of writing for students, clients, and visitors at the Center, through Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google office tools.
• Read, edit, and publish creative writings as editor for yearly ‘Off Center’ magazine for the University Writing Center.
• Assist with administrative, customer and technical support, especially troubleshooting during online video sessions.
• Help promote the Writing Center through class visits by presenting and sharing information via PowerPoint and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and desktop publishing programs.
05/2022 - 08/2022 | News and Media Relations intern | Middle Tennessee State University
• Assist with copywriting, news writing, editing, and proofreading of features, interviews, and publicity content through Outlook office.
• Develop content and create scripts for podcasts, addressing intercultural and interpersonal communication strategies through audio editing software Audacity, and Adobe Audition.
• Photograph people, places, and events to support written stories for online publication on mtsunews.com and MTSU’s social media platforms.
10/2020 - 06/2021 | Radio Show Host Royal Roots Radio | Ibadan, Nigeria
• Co-host of ‘The Couch,’ a weekly live radio, discussing topics relating to women, gender, career, and relationships.
• Reach out to listeners via traditional radio and online streaming platforms.
• Promote jingles through voiceover for products’ marketing.
11/2018 - 08/2021 | Journalist (Senior Reporter) | African Newspapers of Nigeria - Publisher, Nigerian Tribune
• Over one hundred published writings by Favour Boluwade, journaling on health, politics, lifestyle and entertainment, education, tourism, and business.
• Write pieces and news stories for print and online publication, coordinating images and layouts on InDesign and Photoshop.
• Document educational, social, corporate events, to provide detailed audiovisual for newsroom production.
• Produce entertainment and lifestyle news reports, features, and interviews for ‘Naija Netflix’, A-list African actors, Film House cinemas, artistes, and producers.
• Facilitate social engagements for advertorial content and media campaigns for entertainers in Nigeria, Ghana, Poland, and the United States.
• Interview and discuss business, political and health development strategies with stakeholders for media relations.
Skills
Technical Skills: Programming languages:HTML/CSS. Management Tools: Microsoft Word, Google Workspace. Digital Design: Canva, PowerPoint, Adobe Lightroom. Audio Editing: Adobe Audition
Soft Skills: Photography - Event Planning - Public Speaking
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Literature in English
Obafemi Awolowo University, 2017.
Master of Arts, Liberal Arts
Middle Tennessee State University, 2023
- Outstanding student award for academic excellence, leadership and dedication to community service.
Certifications
•Content and SEO Marketing Certification, LinkedIn, 2023
• Project Management, Coursera, 2022
• Digital marketing, Meta, 2019
Conference Presentation
•Southeastern Writing Center Association, Memphis, 2023
Favour Boluwade: “Tutoring Strategies for different Writing Identities”
References available upon request.