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

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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