COVER AND C.V
Dear Hiring Manager:
As a passionate, driven, results-oriented Public and marketing communications professional, with 2+ years of experience specializing in public relations and branding, I am applying for the Branding and communication role currently posted on your careers website.
Having lived in Nigeria, holding a BSc in Mass communication and Public Relations as well as certificates in Digital marketing, project management, Communication for healthy out come and a host of many; in addition to having worked in the FMCG industry with brands like Mamador, Premiercool, Regal Dry Gin and Remita among others; I believe I have the right profile for the exciting role with your company. Passionate and dynamic, with a zeal for all-things NIGERIA, I pride myself in having been responsible for effectively driving marketing communications campaigns and strategies; from the conceptualization and planning stages, through to implementation and performance analysis.
Transferable experiences and strengths:
• Media relations and PR: worked closely with the media to generate positive coverage for the brand, highlighting product launches, new services, appointments, CSR initiatives and seasonal promotions.
• Established positive relationships with local, national and foreign journalists to maximize frequent and positive media coverage.
• Campaign Management: worked on an array of tactical campaigns including Ramadan, Festive Season, Loyalty Programme, CSR, Events (ex/ concerts, festivals, sponsorships and barter agreements).
• Writing pres releases, features, product talks, Speeches and generating contents.
• Digital Marketing and Social Media: directly managed, edited and/or directed online content. This included hotel and restaurant webpages, EDM’s, social media, PPC, database management and acquisition.
I am certain I am the right candidate for the job. Acting under your watch ;I will work to effectively contribute toward the corporate strategy of the organization – ensuring timely, efficient, brand-appropriate and transparent communications across all relevant stakeholders.
Confident in my abilities and in the sound mentorship of the organization, I am sure to make a difference.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Jolayemi O. James
JOLAYEMI OLUWAFEMI JAMES
3, LUCAS STREET OFF OBAWOLE, IKEJA LAGOS.
adb0o9@r.postjobfree.com
adb0o9@r.postjobfree.com
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth: November 24, 1994
Gender: Male
Marital Status: Single
Nationality: Nigerian
Language: English, Yoruba.
DISCIPLINE: Mass communication
PERSONAL STATEMENT
I am a dedicated, hardworking, self-motivated, honest, punctual, creative and organized individual who seeks to join a busy organization where I can explore my acquired knowledge and skills to produce high standards of work. I am an excellent team worker and able to adapt to all challenging situations. I am flexible regarding work hours and able to prioritise as duties may arise.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATES OBTAINED
October 2018: National Youth Service Corps (Nysc)
October 2018: The Young African Leadership Initiative
Effective communication for Healthy Outcomes
October 2018: The Young African Leadership Initiative
Strengthening Public sector service
October 2018: The Young African Leadership Initiative
Community organization for Action
December 2017: Google Digital Skills for Africa.
Online Marketing Fundamental skills
August 2017: University of Ilorin, Unilorin.
Bachelor of Science (Mass communication)
Second Class Upper Division.
April 2012: Gogoro Institute of Project Management
(Project Management)
September 2011: Federal polytechnic Offa
Ordinary Diploma (OND), Mass communication.
July 2008: West Africa Examination Council
Senior School Certificate.
July 2002: First School Leaving Certificate.
Chartered Institute of Customer Relationship Management (CICRM)
WORK EXPERIENCE
eMaginations communication (P. R Executive) (2019)
Without A Box P. R. (P. R Executive) (2018- 2019
Yusad Standard School (Yobe) 2017-2018 (NYSC)
Sustainable Development Growth, Yobe (P.R Executive) 2017-2018
Unilorinwatch newspaper (Editor in chief) 2016-2017
ThelensMagazine (Editor in chief) 2016-2017
Iroko T.v/ Bus.com.ng (social media marketing) 2013-2014
Guarantee Trust Bank (I.T) 2012-2013
Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) 2010
Snaps Group Of School (Teacher) 2009
COMPUTER SKILLS
Highly proficient in the use and application of Microsoft Office – Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Ability to type 50 words per minute
Basic knowledge of document preparation.
Moderate practical proficiency of Corel draw
Proficient Use of the Internet
PERSONAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Highly determined and firm
Media and Editorial skills
Content Generation
Master of Ceremony
Communication skills
Ability to plan and organize effectively
Ability to solve arising problems analytically
Ability to give attention to details
A clear understanding and appreciation of team values.
Sound concept of acceptable social behaviours and etiquettes
Ability to learn and absorb new concepts within a short period of time and put them into practice.
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to work under minimal or no supervision.
Ability to manage a work log in accordance with priorities
Customer Service oriented
LEISURE INTEREST
Reading, Planning, writing, Talking, Travelling
REFEREES
Jolayemi Julius
Principal
Ecwa Academy, Lagos.
Lagos State.
Dr Lambe Kayode Mustapha
Lecturer, Department of Mass communication
University of Ilorin, Unilorin.
Kwara State.
Dr. k.k Kadiri
Lecturer, Department of Mass communication
University of Ilorin, Ilorin
Kwara State
PROFESSIONAL BODY