DAMILOLA EJIJOYE

Broadcast Journalist | Content Strategist | Project Coordinator

About

Dynamic Broadcast Journalist with over 6 years of experience, adept at crafting compelling narratives and managing content across diverse radio and digital platforms. Proven ability to drive audience engagement, coordinate complex projects for national organizations like ONDI/NITDA, and optimize operational efficiency through strategic administrative support and social media management. Passionate about leveraging strong research, writing, and communication skills to deliver high-impact media and achieve organizational objectives.

Work Experience

Admin Officer

FRESH FM NIGERIA

Jul 2024 - Present

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Streamlined daily office operations and internal communications, ensuring efficient departmental coordination and workflow.

  • Managed daily office operations, optimizing workflows and handling internal communication to ensure seamless information flow across departments.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental liaison, improving communication efficiency and operational synergy across the organization.

News Editor, Presenter and Reporter

FRESH FM NIGERIA

Aug 2020 - Present

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Led news production and live broadcasting operations, delivering daily news bulletins and specialized programs across multiple platforms to a wide audience.

  • Conducted daily interviews and field reports, editing comprehensive news bulletins for broadcast, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information to a broad audience.
  • Produced and delivered over 150 live and pre-recorded programs across multiple time slots annually, significantly enhancing audience engagement and expanding broadcast reach.
  • Managed the health, education, and religious reporting segments, developing specialized content that informed and engaged specific audience demographics.

Project Manager

Contract

Jan 2024 - Jan 2024

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

Successfully coordinated high-impact projects for reputable organizations, notably the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) and NITDA, driving key initiatives.

  • Coordinated a critical project for the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), a department under NITDA, directly contributing to the successful implementation of the Ogun State Startup Domestication Act.
  • Managed project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications, ensuring the successful delivery of complex initiatives within scope and deadlines.

Business Development and Social Media Manager

SEVEN18 LIMITED

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

Drove business growth and enhanced brand visibility through strategic client relationship management and social media engagement.

  • Cultivated strong professional client relationships, ensuring high client satisfaction and contract compliance across all service delivery aspects.
  • Developed and executed social media content strategies, significantly growing the company's Facebook following and Instagram engagement by 50%.
  • Managed and optimized social media channels, enhancing brand visibility and driving increased online interaction.

Admin Assistant

CONTACT CONSULTING NIGERIA LIMITED

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

Provided essential administrative and operational support to the principal officer, enhancing research capabilities and data organization.

  • Delivered comprehensive administrative and operational support to the principal officer, optimizing daily workflow and increasing efficiency.
  • Organized and collated extensive data sets, ensuring their accuracy and readiness for critical research purposes.

HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) Assistant

BHN LOGISTICS COMPANY (TOLARAM GROUP)

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

Calabar, Cross River State, NG

Assisted the safety officer in ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environment standards, contributing to a safer work environment.

  • Provided administrative and operational assistance to the safety officer, supporting the implementation of critical HSE protocols across operations.
  • Ensured staff compliance with safety standards through regular inspections of work premises, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
  • Carried out reviews and updates on drivers' consequence management, contributing to enhanced safety records and operational efficiency.

Education

English Language

University of Lagos

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

English and Literary Studies

Ekiti State University

Jan 2013 - Dec 2017

Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, NG

Certificates

Product Management (NITDA 3MTT programme)

NITDA

Jan 2024

NCC Digital Job Creation for Youths

NCC

Jan 2023

HSE (Health, Safety and Environment (1, 2 & 3))

Novelle Centre

Jan 2019

Languages

English

Skills

Time Management

  • Scheduling
  • Prioritization
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Deadline Management

Proofreading

  • Editorial Review
  • Content Accuracy
  • Quality Assurance
  • Grammar
  • Syntax

Effective Communication

  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Cross-functional Communication
  • Presentation Skills

Copywriting

  • Content Strategy
  • Scriptwriting
  • Feature Writing
  • Digital Storytelling
  • SEO Writing

Content Creation

  • Digital Content Production
  • Multimedia Production
  • Social Media Content
  • Broadcast Production
  • Storytelling

Administrative Support

  • Office Operations
  • Data Organization
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Liaison

Social Media Management

  • Social Media Strategy
  • Community Management
  • Content Curation
  • Engagement Growth

Project Management

  • Project Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Coordination
  • Risk Management
  • Initiative Implementation

Public Relations

  • Media Relations
  • Corporate Communications
  • Brand Messaging
  • Audience Engagement