Economics, Policy, Development, Analytics, Portrait Drawing
Michael Ajifowoke
Communications Graduate
Oshodi,Lagos
Summary
I am a recent graduate with a 2:1 degree in Mass Communication from the University of Benin seeking an entry-level position in Management Consulting. After my degree, I worked in journalism for over two years and most recently as a research analyst. During this time, I have developed excellent writing skills, a good eye for detail, strong work ethic and an ability to deliver achieve high-quality results, both in teams and independently. I am open to learning and seek an opportunity in a challenging and fast-paced environment to utilise my skillset as well as gain new expertise.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Analyst
Mustard Insights
, Lagos
02.2021 - Current
- Gather, arrange and correct research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Collaborate with staff to develop and implement best practices and accomplish all team goals.
- Track and collate economic, corporate & investment data and store in appropriate databases and follow industry trends across critical sectors to drive insights & engagement.
Deputy Editor
Arbiterz Nigeria
, Lagos
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited 20 pieces per week to improve readability and impact.
- Managed team of 5 personnel to deliver consistent, accurate, engaging and news content.
- Assigned stories, led content development meetings and reviewed completed stories to guide execution of concepts and tone.
Editorial Intern
Ventures Africa
, Lagos
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Worked with writers to assist with story development and research.
- Edited written stories and fact-checked submissions by reviewing sources.
- Assisted editors with final proofreading and layout.
- Drafted interesting pieces with up to 900 word count each day.
Student Reporter
Guardian Newspapers Nigeria
, Lagos
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Interviewed guests on specific topics.
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging and fact-checked stories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of Benin
Edo State, Nigeria 01.2015 - 10.2018
Skills
High attention to detail
Certification
Excel Crash Course - CFI
Interests
Referees
Available on Request.
Timeline
Excel Crash Course - CFI
04-2021
The Data Visualization Course: Excel, Tableau, Python, R - Udemy
04-2021
Research Analyst
Mustard Insights
02.2021 - Current
Deputy Editor
Arbiterz Nigeria
11.2020 - 03.2021
Investment Foundations - CFA Institute
06-2020
Editorial Intern
Ventures Africa
01.2019 - 10.2020
Student Reporter
Guardian Newspapers Nigeria
03.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of Benin
01.2015 - 10.2018
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