Abubakar

Media Consultant and Communication Specialist
32 years oldOther media positionsCome from Nigeria Living in Nigeria - FCT Abuja
Language: English
Mandarin: a little

I have about a decade of Professional Expertise spanning across Media Consultancy, Media Relations, Corporate Communication, Development Communications Strategy, Copywriting and Editing, Social Action Advocacy, Public Relations, and Multimedia Content Production. I excel in Designing and Executing Communication Strategies that develop and maintain Positive Brand Image and Identity, Improving Media Relations and Correspondence, Coordinating the Drafting and Distribution of Press Kit and Releases, and Producing various forms of Multimedia Content to support Communication Goals. My extensive experience spans the Public and Private Sectors, encompassing diverse career landscapes in Nigeria, The United States of America, and the People's Republic of China.

Senior Ghostwriter and Editor
ShadowWriters NG
Jan 2022 - Feb 2024(2 years)

*Managed ghostwriting projects such as speech writing, political commentaries, on behalf of clients. *Charged with assigning and overseeing teams to deliver high-quality content. *Ensured projects are completed on time and within budget. *Experienced in content development, editing, and client communication, I excelled in bringing our clients' visions to fruition while maintaining editorial integrity.

Senior Audio-Visual Producer
Kaduna State Media Corporation
Aug 2022 - Dec 2023(a year)

*Led end-to-end production processes for TV and radio content at subsidiary stations (KSMC TV, Capital Sounds 90.9fm, and Kada FM 94.1fm). *Championed restructuring of content initiatives at KSMC, enhancing output quality that contended with other leading media stations in the State.

Senior Programme Officer to the National President
Nigerian Association of Chambers of COmmerce, Mines, Industry, and Agriculture (NACCIMA)
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023(4 months)

*Optimized the National President's engagements through strategic itinerary management & effective correspondence. *Represented NACCIMA interest in Inter-Ministerial meetings such as the ENFP, and NEPC-organized Summits. *Enhanced stakeholder relations at key industry exhibitions by MAN, ACCI, and West Africa SME Exhibition, fostering stronger partnerships for NACCIMA. *Revitalized NACCIMA's media presence with innovative Communication Strategies, elevating it's public image.

Senior Content Editor
CCRM Magazine
Mar 2018 - Jan 2023(5 years)

*Led the creation of compelling stories and adeptly directed a team of writers through three volumes of publications. Crafted engaging content across diverse topics, culminating in a cohesive narrative that captivated the magazine's readership.

Creative Director and ScriptWriter
Kwangila MediaWORKS
Jan 2019 - Aug 2022(4 years)

*Tasked with steering the company's strategic cinematic vision, promoting narratives about Northern Nigeria's Culture, People, and Places. *Leading collaborative efforts with Domestic and International Partners to drive impactful Social Action Initiatives through film, *Developing media campaigns focused on Gender and community-based topics, particularly the socioeconomic well-being of women and communities in Northern Nigeria.

English Writer and and Editor (Remote)
BOOKEY Idea Network Technology LLC (San Francisco, USA)
Jan 2021 - Oct 2021(9 months)

*Leveraged my expertise in concise summarization to adapt numerous best-selling books, such as Matthew McConaughey's "GREENLIGHTS," and Oprah Winfrey's "WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU" into captivating 30-minute audio editions for the widely-used mobile app 'BOOKEY.' Through the skillful condensation of intricate content, I facilitated users' seamless access to essential insights and wisdom from these acclaimed titles. *Meticulously edited summaries crafted by fellow international writers contributing to the platform, ensuring consistency and quality across all content offerings. Through these efforts, I facilitated users' convenient access to key insights and wisdom from renowned works.

Media Consultant and Bilingual Voice Actor
StarTimes Communications Network (Beijing, China)
Mar 2018 - Sep 2019(a year)

*Influenced the adoption of audience-centric content strategies, driving a surge in viewership for DADIN KOWA Satellite Channel across multiple African countries. *Conceived and hosted the highly regarded talk show GIDA DA WAJE, exploring the rich intersections of Nigerian and Chinese cultures. *Enhanced content accessibility and appeal by skillfully translating and dubbing a multitude of Multimedia Content in English and Hausa languages, effectively expanding the audience reach and cultural inclusivity of the productions

Associate Producer
GoldONE Studios
Jan 2018 - Mar 2018(3 months)

*Efficiently coordinated beat calls and orchestrated interview schedules for the highly praised second season of HASKE MATAN AREWA on AREWA24, optimizing production logistics. *Contributed to the show's success by conducting two interviews featured in the season, elevating the overall production quality and viewer experience.

Ahmadu Bello University
, Mass Communication
Nov 2011 - Dec 2015(4 years)

Skilled in effective communication across diverse media platforms, with strengths in writing/editing, & content creation. Specializing in crafting engaging narratives, conducting detailed research make me a valuable asset in any communication-related role

Media StrategyStory WritingBroadcast PresentationWritingEditingContent CreativeStrategic Communication,Media RelationsPublic RelationsDigital Media ManagementBrand MessagingStakeholder EngagementMarket ResearchPresentation SkillsCrisis ManagementProject ManagementCross-Cultural CommAdaptability