Emmanuel Ebo Hawkson
Accra
Summary
Professional communicator with ten (10) years experience in content management , editorial processes, stakeholder engagement , media management and using communication in general to achieve business goals and corporate objectives Skilled in coordinating with teams to execute strategic communication initiatives, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Strong focus on adapting to evolving needs while maintaining high standards and delivering exceptional results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Court/ Crime and Investigative Desk Editor
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
02.2025 - Current
- Conducts thorough research on industry trends and best practices in order to inform both content strategy and editorial decisions on crime and court issues
- Leads a team of about four (4) reporters that conduct investigations on issues of national importance such as illegal mining and unlawful business practices for subsequent publication in the Daily Graphic.
- Writes approximately twenty -five (250 news stories and feature articles monthly on crime, law, human rights and other social issues for publication in the Daily Graphic and Graphic Online, the online news portal of the Daily Graphic.
- Collaborates with writers to revise and refine content, resulting in clearer messaging and stronger storytelling.
- Part of the editorial team of the Daily Graphic that writes editorial pieces to help shape national discourse, and promote development and ensure good governance. Have written more than hundred (100) editorial pieces.
- Proofreads, edits and evaluates final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Media Consultant
OUR Rescue
07.2022 - Current
- Formulates and executes communication strategies, community and stakeholder engagement plans,
- Creates approximately ten (10) compelling content each month that effectively conveyed the client's core message of curbing human trafficking across various platforms.
- Enhances communication strategies by conducting in-depth assessments and identifying areas for improvement.
- Managed more than 200 successful social media campaigns, leading to increased audience engagement and growth.
- Established strong relationships with influential media contacts, both locally and internationally, increasing the likelihood of favorable coverage.
- Developed effective crisis communication management, mitigating potential damage to client reputation.
Staff Writer
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Covered a wide range of topics, demonstrating versatility in subject matter expertise.
- Wrote and submitted an average of thirty (30) accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Partnered with media executives to produce compelling stories.
- Promoted articles through social media channels, increasing visibility and driving traffic to the publication's website.
- Enhanced readership by more than twenty -five per cent (25%) producing high-quality articles on various topics and adhering to strict deadlines.
- Developed strong relationships with community members and sources, fostering trust and enhancing the quality of information gathered.
Senior Reporter
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
06.2017 - 07.2022
- Covered events assigned by the News Editor
- Conducted follow-ups on an about fifteen (15) published news stories monthly in order to gather new information to generate other stories for publication.
- Increased readership by with compelling, timely stories on national events and issues.
- Managed an average of three (3) multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
- Enhanced news coverage by conducting in-depth research and interviews for accurate, comprehensive reporting.
Reporter (National Service )
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Limite
10.2015 - 08.2016
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
- Wrote an average of twenty (20) news stories and feature articles monthly on various issues and topics.
- Did follow ups on five (5) already published stories to measure whether they were having the necessary impact
Public Relations Officer (Intern)
Controller & Accountant General's Department
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Wrote and edited speeches for the Head of Public Relations
- Monitored approximately ten (10) monthly media reports about the department and advised the Head of Public Relations on how to improve the relationship between the department and the media
- Provided internal communication support, facilitating information flow among employees and departments.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
University of Professional Studies Accra
Accra, Ghana 05-2022
BA - Communication Studies
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana05-2015
Skills
- Business Acumen
- Collaborative Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Proofreading expertise
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Strong leadership
- Strong Presentation Skills
- Multitasking
- Strong Writing Skills
Accomplishments
First Runner-Up 2019 Article 19 Press Prize for outstanding journalism on criminal justice reforms in Ghana
2019 Best Worker of the Daily Graphic, the biggest selling newspaper in Ghana
2019 Overall Best Worker of the Graphic Communications Group Limited, publisher of the Daily Graphic.
2015 Best Graduating Student in Journalism of the University of Cape Coast, Ghana.
References
Samuel Doe, Ablordeppey, News Editor – Daily Graphic, daddydas2000@gmail.com, +233 204 646 013, +233 244 843 382, Graphic Communications Group Ltd
Affiliations
- Vice President Judicial Press Corps
- Financial Secretary Communication Students Association (COMSA) | University of Cape Coast. Aug 2014 – Apr 2015
- President Hamglor Hostel | University of Cape Coast 2014 – 2015
Timeline
Acting Court/ Crime and Investigative Desk Editor
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
02.2025 - Current
Staff Writer
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
07.2022 - 02.2025
Media Consultant
OUR Rescue
07.2022 - Current
Senior Reporter
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Ltd
06.2017 - 07.2022
Reporter (National Service )
Daily Graphic- Graphic Communications Group Limite
10.2015 - 08.2016
Public Relations Officer (Intern)
Controller & Accountant General's Department
05.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
University of Professional Studies Accra
BA - Communication Studies
University of Cape Coast
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