Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software
Certification
Interests
Reading, writing, travel, create art and watch movies.
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Simbiat Ayoola

Damilola
Ikate-Elegushi Lekki
Simbiat Ayoola

Summary

I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level management position. My main focus is aiding my team to accomplish the company's goals. I am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I'm able to manage multiple projects with extreme precision.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
24
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
1
Language

Work History

Bizonal Success
Lagos

Chief Operations Manager
12.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
  • Managed employee-related issues encompassing labor, turnover and diversity.
  • Procured contracting arrangements with sub-contractors and service providers.
  • Oversaw staff and sub-contractor performance review assessments.
  • Allocated resources to planned programs according to business objectives.
  • Promoted use of multichannel communication strategies, automated chat and social messaging.
  • Provided leadership for continual management and employee training initiatives.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Optimized costs to contribute to productivity, cost development and proficiency of central fulfillment operations.
  • Prepared documents for internal and external audits.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Collider.com
Ikate-Elegushi Lekki

Freelance News Writer
11.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Legit.ng
Allen Ikeja

Content Editor
12.2016 - 04.2020

Job overview

  • Optimized content with key search terms to drive traffic and online visibility.
  • Oversaw editorial calendars and content schedules to deliver production results and relevant information on time.
  • Evaluated and enhanced content by integrating information derived from BuzzSumo and Feedly research tools.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Formatted content to adhere to industry-specific style guides.
  • Developed content for variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites.
  • Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
  • Monitored competitor content to identify areas for improvement in client campaigns.
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Developed content for press releases and newsletters to promote products and services.
  • Performed keyword research to optimize content for SEO.
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
  • Authored and edited original content across diverse media formats.
  • Worked with graphics applications such as Canva and Fotor to create visuals for published content.
  • Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
  • Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
  • Posted and promoted articles on social media platforms to engage target audience.

Opera News
Ikate-Elegushi Lekki

Freelance Content Writer
04.2020 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Added keywords, meta descriptions and alt image tags to increase SEO presence.
  • Created concise, eye-catching headlines and copy on entertainment topics.
  • Conducted extensive internet research to provide facts and statistics for articles and blogs.
  • Used Microsoft Word, Google Docs and SharePoint to store and share created documents.
  • Proofread and edited posts to prepare for publication.
  • Researched industry-related topics by performing interviews and combing online sources.
  • Conducted simple keyword research and used SEO guidelines to increase web traffic.
  • Strengthened content by thoroughly editing and proofreading content prior to submission.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.

National Today
Ikate-Elegushi Lekki

Freelance Content Editor
09.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
  • Adhered to Associated Press and internal style guidelines, educating staff on standards.
  • Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
  • Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
  • Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
  • Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.

Aroono Blog
Ikate-Elegushi Lekki

Freelance Writer
10.2020 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
  • Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
  • Posted and promoted articles on social media platforms to engage target audience.
  • Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
  • Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
  • Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
  • Wrote and edited communications within assigned beat areas.
  • Collaborated with team members on topic ideation to determine key buyer personas and goals.
  • Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
  • Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
  • Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.

Ariyaya.com
Omole Phase 2

Content Manager
03.2016 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Conducted regular content audits to identify gaps and redundancies of content.
  • Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms.
  • Conducted research and collaborated with subject matter experts to develop accurate content.
  • Developed and managed content calendar to meet deadlines and engagement goals.
  • Developed strategies to optimize website content for search engine visibility.
  • Edited and proofread content for accuracy and readability.
  • Directed content of website by gathering information and integrating data from other departments.
  • Utilized analytics and site metrics to determine areas of improvement.
  • Used content management system to analyze user engagement and website traffic metrics.
  • Approved, reviewed and edited content flowing to website.
  • Monitored website analytics and metrics to track content performance and identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained content marketing calendar to schedule creation and delivery deadlines.
  • Curated content across social media platforms, leveraging algorithm strategies to increase engagement.
  • Assisted in creating and implementing user-friendly and SEO-driven content guidelines.
  • Developed performance metrics to benchmark websites.
  • Coordinated with developers and designers to confirm websites are user-friendly, visually appealing and optimized for SEO.
  • Utilized SEO techniques to optimize website content, improve search engine rankings, and increase traffic.
  • Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs for wide range of website properties.

Kara.ng
Ikeja

Vendor Manager
01.2016 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Helped customers navigate choices between services with support for questions such as terms, pricing, and availability.
  • Produced remarkable sales and enhanced numbers by managing complete lifecycle from networking through ongoing account servicing.
  • Interacted with problematic accounts, helping to build lasting rapport and boosting revenue opportunities.
  • Demonstrated products and specific features at customer locations and special events.
  • Branded products through effective salesmanship and maintained long-term relationships with clients.
  • Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
  • Prepared and demonstrated product features and benefits to address specific customer wants and needs.
  • Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.
  • Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals.
  • Connected customers with services based on individual needs and vendor capabilities.
  • Assisted clients throughout sales process and provided after-sales support to assess satisfaction and resolve problems.
  • Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue.
  • Pursued existing and potential customers by phone, email and text message to generate leads and close sales.

RayPower FM
Alagbado

Editorial Intern
11.2014 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Worked with senior editors to assist with story development and research.
  • Reviewed and edited stories by marking errors and presenting to writers.
  • Edited written stories and fact-checked submissions by reviewing sources.
  • Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
  • Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Co-produced live studio news with station presenters.
  • Recorded and transcribed live news to be presented on-air.

Education

Crescent University Abeokuta
Abeokuta Nigeria

Bachelor of Science from Economics
09.2009 - 08.2013

University Overview

  • Elected to Public Relations Officer for Economics Department in 2013.

Federal Radio Corporation Nigeria Training School
Lagos

General Education Diploma from Journalism
04.2014 - 09.2023

Doregos Private Academy
Ipaja Lagos Nigeria

High School Diploma
09.2003 - 07.2009

University Overview

West African Secondary School Leaving Certificate

  • Member of Rotary Club

Saint Bernadette Nursery And Primary School
Ipaja Lagos

Primary School Leaving Certificate
09.1998 - 07.2003

Skills

    Leadership

Time Management

People Management

Analytical Thinking

Budgeting

Hiring

Collaboration and Teamwork

Planning and Organization

Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving

Delegation

News reporting

Newswriting

News editing

News Management

Managing freelancers

Software

MS Office

Google Drive

Quickbooks

WordPress

Certification

Bridal Hairstyling, [Hair By Sleame] - [2 weeks]

Interests

Event Planning and Organization

Reading, writing, travel, create art and watch movies.

I create art depicting Nature and African beauty. I would love to travel the world someday to experience other cultures and traditions. Reading and movie watching is my way to escape the noise of the world and I write to create an escape for others.

Timeline

Freelance News Writer

Collider.com
11.2022 - 03.2023

Chief Operations Manager

Bizonal Success
12.2021 - 12.2022

Freelance Content Editor

National Today
09.2021 - 12.2022

Freelance Writer

Aroono Blog
10.2020 - 04.2021

Freelance Content Writer

Opera News
04.2020 - 11.2021

Bridal Hairstyling, [Hair By Sleame] - [2 weeks]

08-2019

Content Editor

Legit.ng
12.2016 - 04.2020

Content Manager

Ariyaya.com
03.2016 - 11.2016

Vendor Manager

Kara.ng
01.2016 - 03.2016

Editorial Intern

RayPower FM
11.2014 - 12.2015

Federal Radio Corporation Nigeria Training School

General Education Diploma from Journalism
04.2014 - 09.2023

Crescent University Abeokuta

Bachelor of Science from Economics
09.2009 - 08.2013

Doregos Private Academy

High School Diploma
09.2003 - 07.2009

Saint Bernadette Nursery And Primary School

Primary School Leaving Certificate
09.1998 - 07.2003
Simbiat AyoolaDamilola