FELIX OLAITAN
Summary
Accomplished broadcast professional specialising in content production and team management. Expertise in coordinating schedules, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and producing impactful news segments. Strong ability to foster collaboration among creative teams to deliver compelling media that captivates audiences.
Overview
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Certificate
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of News Output
ARISE GLOBAL MEDIA
LAGOS
04.2026 - Current
- Directed editorial content for all newscasts, maintaining journalistic standards.
- Managed reporters, producers, and team members to deliver high-quality shows.
- Collaborated with production teams to facilitate seamless broadcast execution.
- Edited news scripts to enhance clarity and ensure accuracy and style compliance.
- Researched current events to shape story development and selection.
- Monitored feeds from various news agencies to stay informed on breaking news.
Senior Producer
ARISE GLOBAL MEDIA
Lagos
10.2017 - Current
- Managed creative teams to produce engaging content across multiple platforms, enhancing audience reach.
- Produced news segments for broadcast, guaranteeing timely and accurate reporting.
- Collaborated with reporters to generate compelling story ideas and angles, driving viewer engagement.
- Coordinated live broadcasts by managing timelines and technical requirements efficiently.
- Implemented quality control processes, maintaining high production standards throughout projects.
- Ensured compliance with legal guidelines for content produced for broadcast and online media.
- Coordinated production schedules and resources for diverse media projects, optimizing workflow across teams.
- Supervised junior producers, guiding best practices in content creation.
Producer
Voidant Broadcasting Incorporated
Surulere
01.2017 - Current
- Created engaging broadcast content across multiple platforms.
- Coordinated production schedules across departments to streamline workflow.
- Supervised filming crew to maintain operational standards and quality.
Producer/Consultant
Happenings Televisio
VI Lagos
01.2017 - Current
- Advised clients on media strategies and campaign planning, enhancing audience engagement.
- Developed content across multiple platforms, increasing brand visibility.
- Collaborated with creative teams to design impactful media materials.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely delivery of media campaigns.
Senior Producer/Director
ROYAL ROOTS COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (R2TV)
10.2016 - Current
- Directed and produced R2TV breakfast show, boosting viewership ratings by engaging diverse audiences.
- Managed 'Beat the Clock' production on R2TV, enhancing viewer engagement through interactive experiences.
- Oversaw 'Men's Steam Off' on R2TV, showcasing diverse cultural narratives to broaden audience perspectives.
- Produced 'Football Afrique' program on R2TV, presenting comprehensive analyses of matches.
- Directed 'Keeping Scores' sports segment, ensuring accurate reporting of scores.
- Produced 'Sports Panorama', providing critical insights into sporting news.
- Supervised fellow producers to maintain consistent quality across all shows.
Producer/Concept Owner
DAAR COMMUNICATIONS PLC
02.2014 - Current
- Optimized scheduling processes, resulting in timely delivery of radio show segments and improved audience engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflow across episodes, enhancing overall show quality and consistency.
- Coordinated production schedules for Naija Football Radio Show on Faaji 106.5 FM, aligning project timelines with resource availability to meet broadcast deadlines.
Producer/Director
ROYAL ROOTS COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (R2TV)
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Produced multiple shows including Football Afrique, Men’s Steam Off, and Reminix on R2TV.
- Managed Keeping Scores review and preview show, driving viewer engagement through compelling programming.
- Oversaw Body Matrix and Sports Panorama, delivering engaging content that captivated audiences.
- Co-produced and segment produced R2TV Breakfast Show, coordinating various segments for seamless flow.
- Acted as associate producer for Rap Vibes and Soul Therapy, supporting show development and enhancing overall production quality.
Producer/Director/Camera Operator/Editor
MASTERSPORTS INTERNATIONAL LTD.
04.2011 - 12.2014
- Produced soccer highlights for Peak Soccer Moments on Raypower Network, increasing viewer engagement through dynamic storytelling.
- Produced Gulder Ultimate Football Moments on AIT, highlighting memorable plays.
- Created engaging content for Mastersball on Raypower Network, sparking audience interest and interaction.
- Developed segments for Best of Euro 2012 by Pepsi on Brilla 88.9 FM, showcasing top matches.
- Served as associate producer and cameraman for Goalmania on AIT, ensuring high-quality visuals.
- Collaborated on AFCON 2013 Pepsi Refreshed Countdown on AIT, promoting tournament excitement.
- Contributed to Heineken Radio Show on Raypower FM, delivering engaging sports discussions.
- Coordinated production for multiple sports shows on AIT Network and Raypower FM, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery.
Associate Producer
MUNDIAL SPORTS INT’L/FELAN ASSOCIATES (MSI SPORTS)
01.2009 - 12.2009
Intern/Sports News Producer
DAAR COMMUNICATIONS PLC, AIT/RAYPOWER SPORTS DESK
Lagos
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Produced engaging sports segments for AIT as associate producer for Sports Machine and Sports Panorama, enhancing viewer experience.
- Assisted in production of Best of Sports on AIT Network, facilitating timely delivery of high-quality segments.
- Supported production efforts for Milo World of Sports on Ray Power Network, ensuring seamless broadcasts that resonated with audiences.
Principal Tutor
Young Talented Tutorial Centre
Ede
01.2009 - 12.2009
Tutor
Omoluabi Tutorial Centre
Ede
01.2009 - 12.2009
Production Assistant
OSUN STATE BROADCASTING CORPORATION (OSBC TV)
Ile Awiye
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Facilitated production activities for 'Thank God It’s Friday' at Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC TV).
- Contributed to production tasks for 'The BB Show' at OSBC TV, ensuring timely delivery of content.
- Assisted in production activities for 'Hip Hop Tray' at OSBC TV, supporting seamless execution of live segments.
- Contributed to production processes for 'AM Rhythm Show' at OSBC TV.
- Supported production tasks for 'Naija Jamz' on Living Spring 104.5 FM.
- Participated in production collaboration for 'Muzical Jamboree' at Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Ile Ife.
- Assisted with'Sunday Flavour' at New Dawn TV (NDTV).
Intern/Reporter/Production Assistant
BROADCASTING CORPORATION OF OYO STATE BCOS IBADAN
Ibadan
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Coordinated production for breakfast show on BCOS, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to schedule.
- Assisted in developing news and current affairs programming on Radio Oyo and BCOS, improving content delivery.
- Facilitated engaging discussions and interviews on sports shows with TJ on BCOS and Radio Oyo, enhancing audience engagement.
Secretary
Folly Photo Studio
Osogbo
01.2000 - 12.2005
Secretary
ID Photo Studio
Sekona
01.2000 - 12.2005
Education
Ordinary National Diploma - Mass Communication
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
Osun State04-2007
West African School Leaving certificate -
Osogbo Grammar School
Osogbo, Osun StateSkills
- Multitasking ability
- Operations management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Certification
- Certificate of Participation, Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria.
- Certificate of Participation | Member, Local Organising Committee, Gulder Ultimate Five Aside Tournament, 2011, 2012.
Timeline
Assistant Director of News Output
ARISE GLOBAL MEDIA
04.2026 - Current
Senior Producer
ARISE GLOBAL MEDIA
10.2017 - Current
Producer
Voidant Broadcasting Incorporated
01.2017 - Current
Producer/Consultant
Happenings Televisio
01.2017 - Current
Senior Producer/Director
ROYAL ROOTS COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (R2TV)
10.2016 - Current
Producer/Director
ROYAL ROOTS COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (R2TV)
01.2015 - 10.2016
Producer/Concept Owner
DAAR COMMUNICATIONS PLC
02.2014 - Current
Producer/Director/Camera Operator/Editor
MASTERSPORTS INTERNATIONAL LTD.
04.2011 - 12.2014
Associate Producer
MUNDIAL SPORTS INT’L/FELAN ASSOCIATES (MSI SPORTS)
01.2009 - 12.2009
Intern/Sports News Producer
DAAR COMMUNICATIONS PLC, AIT/RAYPOWER SPORTS DESK
01.2009 - 12.2009
Principal Tutor
Young Talented Tutorial Centre
01.2009 - 12.2009
Tutor
Omoluabi Tutorial Centre
01.2009 - 12.2009
Intern/Reporter/Production Assistant
BROADCASTING CORPORATION OF OYO STATE BCOS IBADAN
01.2008 - 12.2008
Production Assistant
OSUN STATE BROADCASTING CORPORATION (OSBC TV)
01.2007 - 12.2009
Secretary
Folly Photo Studio
01.2000 - 12.2005
Secretary
ID Photo Studio
01.2000 - 12.2005
Ordinary National Diploma - Mass Communication
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
West African School Leaving certificate -
Osogbo Grammar School
Film Production
- Co-Producer, Family, Damilola Orimoogunje
- Producer, Ripples, Sylvester Obieze
- Script Translator/Subtitle, Oko Ashewo - Taxi Driver, Daniel Oriarhi
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Live from the Gutter
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Brood
- Script Translation/Subtitle, God Machine
- Script Translation/Subtitle, The Bad Pastor
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Life of A Yahoo
- Script Translation/Subtitle, The Unborn, Michael Omonua
- Script Translation, Graft, Michael Omonua
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Milestones
- Volunteer, FIFA U-17 World Cup, India, 2017
- Accredited Journalist/Production assistant, FIFA U-17 World Cup, Nigeria, 2009
- Production Assistant, FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup, Dubai, 2009
- Journey to South Africa, FIFA World Cup, 2010
- Accredited Journalist/Production Assistant, World Heavyweight Wrestling Championship, Nigeria, 2010
- Accredited Journalist/Production Assistant, African Cup Of Nations Tournaments, 2010, 2015
- Accredited Journalist/Production Assistant, West African Football Union, WAFU, 2010, 2012
- Accredited Journalist, Copa Lagos, 2011, 2012
- Production Assistant, Best of Euro 2012
- FIFA U 17 World Cup, UAE, 2013
- 9th African Women championship, Namibia, 2014
- FIFA U20 Women's World Cup, Canada, 2014
- FIFA Club world cup, Morocco, 2014
- Boys' and girls' Youth Olympic Football Tournament, Nanjing, 2014
- FIFA Confederations cup, Brazil, 2014
- FIFA u 20 World cup, New Zealand, 2015
- Orange African cup of nations, Equatorial Guinea, 2015
Film Production
- Co-Producer, Family, Damilola Orimoogunje
- Producer, Ripples, Sylvester Obieze
- Script Translator/Subtitle, Oko Ashewo - Taxi Driver, Daniel Oriarhi
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Live from the Gutter
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Brood
- Script Translation/Subtitle, God Machine
- Script Translation/Subtitle, The Bad Pastor
- Script Translation/Subtitle, Life of A Yahoo
- Script Translation/Subtitle, The Unborn, Michael Omonua
- Script Translation, Graft, Michael Omonua