BENEDICTA AFI AGBODZI
Ablekuma
Summary
Communications enthusiast, writer, performance poet, creative concept developer. Easily learns new things, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Creative, analytic, problem solver, and critical thinker. Works well in a team and also thrives working independently.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Editor / Casting Coordinator
Silent Beads
02.2022 - Current
- Provision of excellent customer service to storytellers as the first point of contact by responding professionally and promptly to to queries and comments
- Leverages understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories
- Collaboration with production staff to complete quality, on-time video content
- Uses correct style, proper grammar and appropriate voice in writing pieces
- Impeccable time management, giving readers regular, reliable and comprehensive stories to meet strict deadlines
- Builds and nurtured strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments
- Interviews people from range of different circumstances and background, building rapport quickly to receive insightful answers
- Confirms any stated facts were checked and verified by interviewing sources and contacts before publishing.
Assistant Data Editor
Poet's Marketplace
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Researched publishing firms and magazines to get information on poetry submissions for the website
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Business Development Analyst
Bareconnect
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed and nurtured lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills
- Devised strategies for client acquisition
- Analyzed and evaluated business operations and strategies to identify new opportunities
- Oversaw sales and marketing
- Oversaw client support
- Assisted clients in customizing their websites to meet their business and marketing needs and encourage them to keep using organisation's services
- Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
- Built and nurtured strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments
- Drove sales engagements via phone calls, in person meetings, video tutorials, and text message reminders.
- Helped identify new business opportunities to generate high-value leads.
Operations Manager/ Social Media Manager
Esports Africa News
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive social media strategy
- Engaged with online and international audiences on behalf of the organization
- Supported the recruitment, hiring, and training process for team members
- Oversaw daily operations of the organization
- Assigned responsibilities to employees to optimize productivity and streamline daily processes
Public Relations/ Social Media Manager
Shiloh Medical Center
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed strategic plans and action plans to enhance service vision and value for the business
- Established specific objectives to boost customer retention, brand recognition, and online traffic on the company's website or social media platforms
- Generated and shared compelling content on various social media platforms
- Elevated customer interaction and participation through effective use of social media
- Proactively monitored the company's online reputation to actively engage with users and fortify customer relationships
- Conducted thorough analysis of competitor pages to identify potential backlink opportunities and optimize keyword usage.
Communications Specialist
St. Adelaide Schools
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Wrote letters and memos for management
- Met with parents of prospective parents to discuss learner’s needs and school offerings
- Devised strategies for client acquisition
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies
- Liaised between the school and our clients by facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure a successful learning environment for all students
- Handled disciplinary referrals for student behavior with logic and composure while implementing strategic plans to reduce misbehavior and promote optimal learning
- Maintained open communication with parents, encouraging their active involvement in their child's education through fostering productive relationships with parents of students facing challenging situations at school or at home
- Conducted thorough classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness while providing valuable training to teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification methods.
Volunteer Literature In English Language Teacher
Salaga Senior High School
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
- Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension.
- Successfully improved native language -speaking students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
- Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Worked one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and developed with special learning plans for struggling people.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness, or social hurdles.
National Service Person
East Gonja Municipal Assembly
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Used GIFMIS to process payment of suppliers
- Wrote letters, memos, and minutes on behalf of the Procurement Officer
- Filed and kept records of documents.
Project Manager / Media Relations Manager
Atumpan.Comm
10.2015 - 09.2018
- Planned with team and executed ‘The Blind Can Lead Campaign’ - a campaign that sought to advocate for an inclusive society for persons with disability
- Got media coverage for events
- Used social media to promote events
- Scheduled radio and TV interviews for CEO
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with team members
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Marketing Executive
Whitebridge Educational Services
03.2013 - 08.2014
- Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and elevated sales numbers.
- Wrote field reports
- Planned and executed marketing campaigns to target groups, areas and wider community
- Completed quarterly forecasting and monthly financial reviews.
- Analyzed consumer usage patterns to identify trends and target key demographics.
Education
Certificate - Social Psychology
Wesleyan University
Coursera03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies (Public Relations)
Ghana Institute of Journalism
Accra, Ghana08.2018
WASSCE - General Arts
Ashaiman Senior High School
Ashaiman, Ghana06.2012
Skills
- Written Communication
- Public Speaking and Presentation
- Digital Marketing
- Content Creation
- Research and Information Gathering
- Customer Service
- Multitasking
- Team Work
- Basic Computing
- Canva
Accomplishments
Self published poetry collection Just Saying Hello on Kindle.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Assistant Data Editor
Poet's Marketplace
05.2023 - 09.2023
Business Development Analyst
Bareconnect
11.2022 - 03.2023
Online Editor / Casting Coordinator
Silent Beads
02.2022 - Current
Operations Manager/ Social Media Manager
Esports Africa News
02.2022 - 11.2022
Public Relations/ Social Media Manager
Shiloh Medical Center
04.2021 - 09.2021
Communications Specialist
St. Adelaide Schools
09.2019 - 03.2020
Volunteer Literature In English Language Teacher
Salaga Senior High School
09.2018 - 08.2019
National Service Person
East Gonja Municipal Assembly
09.2018 - 08.2019
Project Manager / Media Relations Manager
Atumpan.Comm
10.2015 - 09.2018
Marketing Executive
Whitebridge Educational Services
03.2013 - 08.2014
Certificate - Social Psychology
Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies (Public Relations)
Ghana Institute of Journalism
WASSCE - General Arts
Ashaiman Senior High School