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David Ofosuhene

David Ofosuhene

Nungua

Summary

David Ofosuhene is a renowned media strategist and planning professional , boasting an illustrious career spanning over 14 years, during which he helped grow brands through media strategy and planning.

His journey is one of a remarkable transformation—originally commencing his career as a media executive and going through the ranks to become one of the top media strategists within the market. He has a proven track record of success in crafting effective media strategies for blue-chip brands in

industries such as FMCG, Beverage, Banking, Technology Telecommunications, downstream Oil and Textiles. Prior to joining OMD, David worked at PHD as an Associate Strategy Director, where he led strategy for AirtelTigo (formerly Tigo) and MTN. He also spent four years at Carat Ghana as a Digital Media Specialist, where he developed media strategies for multinational clients owned by advertising giants, DentsuAegis. David's exceptional skills have been recognized by the Daily Graphic (A Ghanaian national newspaper) , which described him as the most efficient digital media strategist in the Ghanaian market in 2014. As an Account Director and Digital & Account Manager for Wavelength Marketing Services and TeleMediaCommunications respectively, David has demonstrated his ability to successfully manage client relationships and deliver results.

In the last 6 years, David has helped OMD clients achieve their marketing goals through his novel approach to crafting world class media strategy solutions both locally and regionally; that has delivered outstanding results, helping OMD to grow in the process as well through winning more businesses.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Strategy Director

OMD West & Central Africa
Accra
01.2024 - Current
  • Utilized consultation expertise to provide strategic recommendations and ensure high client satisfaction levels in all OMD markets across West & Central Africa.
  • Developed and maintained unique data sets establishing a competitive advantage throughout Ghana and the West and Central Africa region.
  • Provided leadership in enhancing communication strategies and overseeing business pitches as a regional strategy Director.
  • Expanded consideration beyond media data to include marketing/sales and research data, creating a sustainable competitive advantage across all markets.
  • Trained and mentored employees to enhance understanding of job responsibilities and expectations across the region.
  • Worked with the research and data team to support strategic planning and decision-making across the region.
  • Identified and established performance metrics to measure campaign success.
  • Collaborated with regional teams for successful campaign execution.
  • Conducted training sessions on effective advertising strategies with teams across the region.
  • Delivered exceptional customer services and increased return on investment across the region through effective leadership and management of company products and service platforms.

Head, Strategy/Business Unit Director

Mediareach OMD
Accra
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Utilized consultation expertise to provide strategic recommendations and ensure high client satisfaction levels
  • Developed and maintained unique data sets establishing a competitive advantage throughout Ghana and the West and Central Africa region.
  • Provided strategic viewpoint by analyzing media investments.
  • Provided leadership in enhancing communication strategies and overseeing media investment management as a business unit head, reporting to both the Chief Strategy Director and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Ghana.
  • Elevated client offerings by developing and executing impactful social media engagement tactics, resulting in increased brand visibility
  • Expanded consideration beyond media data to include marketing/sales and research data, creating a sustainable competitive advantage across all business units.
  • Trained and mentored employees to enhance understanding of job responsibilities and expectations.
  • Conducted research and analyzed data to support strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Collaborated on cutting-edge initiatives resulting in improved team performance.
  • Collaborated with diverse colleagues to achieve goals and resolve product and service-related issues.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills in efficiently and effectively resolving issues.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines, such as launching new products and services for the company.
  • Crafted inclusive marketing strategies with a focus on budget management, media outreach, and innovative approaches.
  • Proposed creative advertising solutions based on consumer insights and feedback.
  • Evaluated campaign effectiveness through tech platform-based surveys and focus groups.
  • Developed and implemented advertising strategies, resulting in increased client brand awareness.
  • Conducted market research to identify target audiences for multiple campaigns.
  • Identified and established performance metrics to measure campaign success.
  • Collaborated with internal teams for successful campaign execution.
  • Coordinated and actively contributed to brainstorming sessions, fostering the generation of innovative ideas for upcoming projects.
  • Stayed ahead of the competition by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends.
  • Conducted training sessions on effective advertising strategies.
  • Developed and implemented advertising strategies that drove substantial growth for the company in business pitches.
  • Assessed effectiveness of surveys, opinion polls, and questionnaires through evaluation of data collection methods and procedures

Associate Strategy Director

PHD Media Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Operated as a senior management employee reporting to Regional Strategy, Planning & Client Service Director and the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Ghana, providing leadership on communications strategy development and media investment management and operate as a client service lead within an account service teams working on assigned brands, to meet set brands' objectives to achieve set goals within budgets
  • Jointly developed New Business and Client Account management policies and strategies with the Regional Strategy, Planning & Client Service Director and the MD/CEO, Ghana by developing prospecting presentations and client service initiatives for key clients by communications and media strategy presentations in response to clients' briefs in order to achieve set objectives in time/cost efficient manner.

Account & Digital Media Manager

TeleMedia Communications Ltd
04.2015 - 03.2016
  • Developed media strategies and implementation plans for brands within the Insurance & Financial Institutions sector.
  • Ensured successful execution of campaigns and reporting on digital and traditional platforms
  • Implemented monitoring structures to ensure third party compliance
  • Generated new ideas for client campaigns and prospecting while performing assigned duties
  • Provided daily support to clients.

Account Manager

Wavelength Marketing Services
02.2014 - 03.2015
  • Formulated media strategies and implemented plans to promote insurance and FMCG brands effectively.
  • Ensured flawless campaign implementation and comprehensive data analysis
  • Set structures to monitor compliance of third parties
  • Generated innovative ideas for successful client campaigns, while also identifying potential new clients.

Digital Media Specialist and Account Manager

Adams Media Ltd (Carat Ghana)
09.2011 - 01.2014
  • Planned and purchased media for major accounts.
  • Developed and executed customized media strategies for reputable brands including Coca-Cola, P&G, Nokia, Johns Hopkins, Total Petroleum, Vlisco, HFC Bank, SAB Miller, SCJ, Tigo, MTN.

Media Executive

Adams Media Ltd (Carat)
08.2009 - 09.2010
  • Reconciled invoices for payment to suppliers
  • Raised purchase orders for media buying
  • Contributed ideas on brainstorming sessions for media campaigns
  • Provided support for brand research and dipsticks surveys.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics & Statistics -

University of Cape-Coast
07.2009

Skills

  • Digital Advertising
  • Crafting Strategies
  • Implementing
  • Use of tools
  • Wide experience with the use of tools
  • Media star
  • Geo-poll
  • Tableau
  • SPSS
  • Data Analysis training
  • Data Analytics
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Brand strategy
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Brand Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Client Relationship Building

Relevantexperience

  • Met with clients to present proposals and strategies, using customer feedback to improve campaigns.
  • Spearheaded integration of corporate digital marketing strategies and plans to achieve high awareness and interactivity for brands on digital platforms.
  • Received a congratulatory mail from my company when I successfully managed Coca-Cola Shake Up Your Senses YouTube campaign video to achieve over 300,000 views within only one and a half months of upload on YouTube Ghana targeted site.
  • Planned and bought media for brands like Coca-Cola, P&G, Nokia, Johns Hopkins, Total Petroleum, Vlisco, HFC Bank, SAB Miller, SCJ, Tigo, MTN, uniBank, Star Assurance, uniCredit, Millicom Group among others.
  • Was a key member of the team who pitched and won the Tigo Ghana account for Aegis Media in 2012.

Skillsandtraining

True, True, Wide experience with the use of tools e.g. Media star, Geo-poll, Tableau, SPSS etc., A training facilitated by the Songhai Group March, 2016

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/03/85

Training

  • 03/01/17, Master of Business Execution (MBAX), Facilitated by the Songhai Group
  • 02/01/12, Media Star Software for Media planning & Reporting Training, Facilitated by Carat Media Perspectives, Nigeria
  • 01/01/11, Integrated Communication Planning (ICP) Training, Facilitated by Carat South Africa
  • 01/01/10, Google Adwords (Google Platform) training, Facilitated by Google Ghana

Certification

Master of Business Execution by Songhai Business School

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Strategy Director

OMD West & Central Africa
01.2024 - Current

Head, Strategy/Business Unit Director

Mediareach OMD
01.2020 - 12.2023

Associate Strategy Director

PHD Media Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2018

Account & Digital Media Manager

TeleMedia Communications Ltd
04.2015 - 03.2016

Account Manager

Wavelength Marketing Services
02.2014 - 03.2015

Digital Media Specialist and Account Manager

Adams Media Ltd (Carat Ghana)
09.2011 - 01.2014

Media Executive

Adams Media Ltd (Carat)
08.2009 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics & Statistics -

University of Cape-Coast
David Ofosuhene