Abang Faith
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
A collaborative, enthusiastic, and performance-driven Communications Specialist with effective communication strategies and solutions to drive team and company growth in the long run. Over time, I have collaborated with teams and departments as a Cinematographer, Communications Specialist, and Camera Operator, with which I have become invested in being value-driven by Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting the trends surrounding the organization and continuously communicating the brand to the market. Strategic Content Creation and Public relations are some of my strengths as a Communication Specialist in achieving goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Camera Operator
Delta State Broadcasting Service
2017.06
Camera Operator Intern
Smart Delta
2018.06 - 2018.11
- Worked on the media team for Gov. Okowa during his tenure.
- Consistently met requirements by improvising filming methods and techniques.
- Helped manage the public's overall perception of the governor.
- Collaborated closely with other team members to reinforce overall production quality.
- Operated video and photography equipment, using Photoshop and Premiere Pro to edit footage.
Official Cinematographer
NYSC Abuja
2019.11 - 2020.03
- During my service year I collaborated with the FCT state coordinator to cover all events organised by the NYSC for corp members.
- Provided media advice to the staff of the NYSC to help improve the public image of the NYSC.
- Provided media assistance for all courtesy visits that took place during my service year.
Communications Specialist
Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria
2020.03 - 2024.12
- Managed media relations, drafted press releases, and coordinated press briefings to enhance public engagement.
- Developed and executed strategic communication plans aligned with the organization's policies and objectives.
- Oversaw internal communications, including newsletters, staff bulletins, and leadership messaging.
- Led crisis communication efforts, providing timely responses to mitigate risks and manage public perception.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement, including town halls, public forums, and inter-agency collaborations.
- Created high-quality content, including speeches, reports, and public service announcements.
- Advised leadership on public relations strategies and emerging communication trends.
Education
Bachelor of Sciences (B.Sc) - Sociology
Covenant University
Ogun, Lagos 2015.10 - 2019.07
West African Senior School Certificate -
Kings College
2011.06 - 2015.07
Skills
- Effective verbal and written Communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Leadership
- Organising
- Strategic thinking
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Influencing
- Negotiation skills
- Public relations
- Decision making
- Damage control
Websites
Custom
- Co-founder, The Book Bank Africa, Nigeria
- Sport coordinator, Student Council | Covenant University, 2018, 2019
- Head of media and business, Success Within International (CU chapter), 2016, 2018
- Member, Nigerian Sociological and Anthropological Students Association | Covenant University
- Member, Technical Crew Department | Covenant University
- Participant, Capacity Building Development Programmes, Attended over 20 programmes
- Member, Covenant University literary and debate society
- Co-founder, The Book Bank, Reached out to over a dozen schools in West Africa giving recycled textbooks and novels to their libraries
Certification
I am an associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations.
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria
2020.03 - 2024.12
Official Cinematographer
NYSC Abuja
2019.11 - 2020.03
Camera Operator Intern
Smart Delta
2018.06 - 2018.11
Camera Operator
Delta State Broadcasting Service
2017.06
Bachelor of Sciences (B.Sc) - Sociology
Covenant University
2015.10 - 2019.07
West African Senior School Certificate -
Kings College
2011.06 - 2015.07