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Caleb Ahinakwah
BROADCAST JOURNALIST
Accra,Mile 7 ,New Achimota
Summary
Broadcast journalist leveraging a years' visionary and progressive strategies to develop exceptional content for on-air and online platforms. Performance- driven facilitator capable of working cohesively and collaboratively with multi-disciplined professionals and teams. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the media delivering consistent results.
Overview
3
3
Languages
2
2
Certifications
10
10
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RADIO SHOW HOST
Radio Univers
Legon, University of Ghana
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Reviewed books on a book review show
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections, political happenings and other items of interest.
- Delivered exceptional programming to audience members by always researching events, guests and programs thoroughly.
- Prepared daily stories to discuss during broadcasts.
- Researched topics for comment and discussion.
- Answered listener calls regarding song requests, giveaways and commentary.
- Read prepared scripts for radio shows.
- Interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
Broadcast Journalist
Asaase radio
Cantonments, Greater Accra
08.2020 - Current
- Delivered live reports from site of event and from mobile broadcast unit.
- Responded 24/7 to emergencies and breaking news stories with strong sense of urgency.
- Delivered local news and feature reports in public radio style for major news programs.
- Prepared and delivered wide range of reports, covering topics ranging from mental health to education.
- Helped shape narrative on key issues through effective storytelling and knowledge of public opinion.
- Interviewed guests on specific topics.
- Conducted live and taped interviews to obtain information.
- Partnered with media executives to produce compelling stories.
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
- Followed-up on leads for information regarding news and events.
- Wrote news stories, developed leads and constructed headlines.
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Fact-checking and self-editing skills
Content Writer
Scooper Ghana
Circle, Accra
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Contributing articles, comments and opinion pieces to a content writing platform .
- Maintained current understanding of industry and genre trends, enhancing writing and marketing success.
- Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
Development Officer
RADIO UNIVERS
Legon, University of Ghana
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Participated in numerous community and local outreach events in order to both engage the community and to positively represent the broadcasting networks and the station.
- Worked on finding sponsors and advertising for our show, and designed "service packages" for clients.
- Delegated and monitored the progress of assignments, ensuring the achievement of all deadlines.
- Supervised and guided team of students working on the campus-based radio station offering advice and suggestions for problem-solving.
- Expanded several subject matters in relation to students by developing streamlined brainstorm processes and storyboarding.
- Developed and implemented effective content acquisition strategies to create riveting on-air content.
- Oversaw all facets of staffing objectives, including training and daily supervision of student journalists.
News Analysis Show Host
Radio Univers, University of Ghana
Legon, University of Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Spontaneously formulated pertinent interview questions and communicated important current and dynamic news events to our viewers in a timely and effective manner.
- Polished my skills as a story-teller, as well as creatively find stories and angles to make my content truly unique and engaging.
- Sourced and wrote stories to be covered on the show.
- Conducted interviews and research.
NEWS EDITOR
Radio Univers, University of Ghana
Legon, University of Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Held editorial meetings to generate ideas and review staff recommendations.
- Pitched stories weekly, storyboarded plans and assigned writing to various reporters.
- Collaborated with UNICEF U-report to make their presence known on the University of Ghana campus.
- Coached and mentored young reporters and helped develop exciting and engaging new stories.
- Anchored 30 minutes newscasts.
- Edited and prepared scripts 2 hours prior to newscast.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to reporter.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Information Studies
University of Ghana
Legon 10.2015 - 07.2019
Certificate in Broadcast Journalism - Broadcast Journalism
Radio Univers, School of Communication
Legon 10.2016 - 07.2020
WASSCE Certificate - Science
Mfantsipim School
Central Region , Cape Coast 10.2012 - 06.2015
Skills
Performing voice overs
English Fluency
Excellent communication abilities
Strong research skills
Storyboarding
Adobe Audition
Building guest relationships
Breaking news coverage
Social media online platforms expertise
Broadcast and new media familiarity
Ability to writing interesting content for targeted niche audiences
Certification
[Broadcast journalism], [Radio Univers, School of communication] - [2016-2019]
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of over 40 reporters.
- Collaborated with team of reporters in the development of a UNICEF project on campus
- Media and information literacy video contest winner , Penplusbytes and DW Akademie 2019
Software
Adobe Audition
Wondershare Filmora
Interests
Farming
Gardening
Watching movies
Reading
Internet surfing
References
Dr. Alhaji Abubakari Sidick
STATION MANAGER Radio Univers
+233202018959
ERIC GAISEY
ADMINISTRATOR, Radio Univers
+233542615865
Prince Moses
GENERAL MANAGER , Asaase Radio
+33 6 86 61 68 66
Timeline
Broadcast Journalist
Asaase radio
08.2020 - Current
[Media Information Literacy Training - [2Months]
09-2019
[Broadcast journalism], [Radio Univers, School of communication] - [2016-2019]
07-2019
Content Writer
Scooper Ghana
01.2019 - 01.2020
Development Officer
RADIO UNIVERS
01.2019 - 01.2020
RADIO SHOW HOST
Radio Univers
01.2018 - 08.2020
News Analysis Show Host
Radio Univers, University of Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2020
NEWS EDITOR
Radio Univers, University of Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2019
Certificate in Broadcast Journalism - Broadcast Journalism
Radio Univers, School of Communication
10.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Information Studies
University of Ghana
10.2015 - 07.2019
WASSCE Certificate - Science
Mfantsipim School
10.2012 - 06.2015