GIDEON APPIAH-AGYEI ASUMADU
Winneba
Summary
I am a versatile Communication Studies graduate with a strong experience in multimedia content creation. I am passionate and highly motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Adept at helping build narratives that drive awareness, behavior change, and enhancing human and environmental development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilitator, Social Media Management and Camera Technology
Nyce Media Training School
Winneba, Ghana
11.2025 - Current
- I facilitate the course, Social Media Management and Camera Technology, by engaging learners in promoting interactive learning and discussions.
- Develop relevant course materials, and manage sessions to ensure effective learning.
- Assessment of assignments and projects, providing feedback to gauge session effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Mentoring and creating a safe, respectful space for learners to share thoughts and experiences.
Multimedia Content Creative
Challenging Heights
Winneba, Ghana
11.2024 - Current
- Plan, shoot, and produce high-quality, impactful photographs and short videos (including interviews, program highlights, and testimonials) that align with the Challenging Heights brand guidelines and communication strategy.
- Document project activities, community engagement, beneficiary stories, and special events in various field locations and office settings.
- Adapt and prepare visual content for use across diverse digital platforms, including the Challenging Heights website, social media channels, annual reports, donor proposals, presentations, and campaigns.
- Develop and implement technical strategies for the production of live shows and events.
- Manage multimedia crew members in the setup, operations, and maintenance of all technical equipment.
Teaching and Administrative Assistant
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana
11.2023 - 11.2024
- I assisted faculty with lesson planning, preparation, and delivery.
- Provided individual student’s support, led small group instruction, and supervised student’s activities.
- Assisted lecturers with assessment of assignments, tests, projects, and exams, providing feedback, and keeping student records.
- Provided administrative support to lecturers, administrators, and other staff members.
- Assisted with planning, coordinating, and multimedia content creation events such as seminars, workshops, field trips, educational fairs, among others.
- Provided and supervised multimedia content production for the faculty and students projects.
Student Intern (Communication and Research Assistant)
Challenging Heights
Winneba, Ghana
01.2023 - 04.2023
- I assisted in creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.
- Managed and maintained social media presence, including creating and scheduling posts.
- Assisted in radio discussions and interviews, pitching stories, and securing media coverage.
- Conducted research and analysis on various topics related to child trafficking, women and youth empowerment, human rights and environmental protection.
- Assisted in collecting, managing and analyzing data to support program development and evaluation.
Student Intern (Facilitator)
Cassiopeia After-School Youth Club
Frederiksberg Kommune, Denmark
10.2022 - 10.2022
- I assisted pedagogues in planning and implementing activities for children aged 6-12, focusing on social skills, creativity, and physical activity.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to ensure inclusivity and accessibility.
- Practiced reflective practice, providing feedback and insights on daily activities and child development.
Education
Bachelor Arts - Communication Studies
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana09.2023
Pedagogical Work with Children and Young People in an European Perspective
University College of Copenhagen
Denmark01.2023
General Arts
Amaniampong Senior High School
Ghana07.2016
Skills
- Proven leadership experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Experienced Photo and Cinematographer
- Graphic Designer
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Filmora)
Timeline
Facilitator, Social Media Management and Camera Technology
Nyce Media Training School
11.2025 - Current
Multimedia Content Creative
Challenging Heights
11.2024 - Current
Teaching and Administrative Assistant
University of Education
11.2023 - 11.2024
Student Intern (Communication and Research Assistant)
Challenging Heights
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Intern (Facilitator)
Cassiopeia After-School Youth Club
10.2022 - 10.2022
Pedagogical Work with Children and Young People in an European Perspective
University College of Copenhagen
General Arts
Amaniampong Senior High School
Bachelor Arts - Communication Studies
University of Education
Community Service & Volunteer Work
- Office of Admissions, University of Education, Student Intern, Winneba, Ghana, 2023-08, 2023-09, Assisted with enrolment activities, providing information to prospective students and parents., Supported the admissions team with data entry, document preparations, and file management., Helped coordinated campus tours and information for prospective students., Gained insight into university admissions processes and procedures.
- Radio Windy Bay 98.3fm, University of Education, Student Broadcast Journalist, Winneba, Ghana, 2019-09, 2023-08, Represented Student Journalists of the University of Education, Winneba at the Students Representative Council’s (SRC) Local Assembly (LA) sittings advocating for sustainable student reforms., Created numerous multimedia content (including promotional videos, sound bites, voiceovers, photographs, etc.) for broadcast., Researched, covered and scripted news worthy stories and other programming segments for broadcast., Conducted live radio reports during major events of the University and other community led initiatives., Anchored radio news bulletins and conducted interviews., Edited audio and video files using digital editing software.
- Unilever Ghana Limited, Brand Ambassador, Global Handwashing Campaign, Accra, Ghana, 2018-08, 2018-09, Ghana Visited over 150 basic schools, engaging over 50, 000 pupils, through activations advocating for proper handwashing practices and hygiene habits., Engaged with local communities and healthcare facilities to promote the importance of handwashing and proper hygiene.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Member, Erasmus+ Student and Alumni Alliance (ESAA) (2023 - present) Member, Africa Students and Alumni Forum (2023 - present) Member, Ghana Journalist Association Students Chapter (2022-2023) Chairperson, Student Journalist Association, University of Education, Winneba (2021-2023) President, Writers and Debaters Society, Amaniampong Senior High School (2014-2016)
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE/ PROJECT
Undergraduate Final Year Project: “Utilization of New Media Technologies on Community Development Communication by Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) in Ghana; A Look at Central Region.”, I evaluated how four major NGOs in the Central Region, thus, Challenging Heights, CEWEFIA, Shape Attitude Ghana, and M360, utilize digital platforms (social media, web-based tools) to engage communities and deliver development interventions., I analysed organizational, infrastructural, and community-level determinants that shape NGOs’ adoption of new media technologies, contributing valuable evidence to improve development communication practices., I documented barriers such as digital literacy gaps, resource constraints, and technological limitations, offering insights that support more efficient, sustainable, and inclusive community engagement approaches for associated NGOs.
SPECIAL AWARDS AND HONOURS
February 2022
University of Copenhagen, Denmark
EU Erasmus+ Scholarship Award Student Mobility Exchange Program, December 2019
Network of Scholars in Africa
National Student Journalist of the Year Award, September 2018
Unilever Ghana Global Handwashing Campaign
Brand Ambassador, November 2015
Ghana Education Service,
Mampong Municipal Directorate
Presidential Debate Most Influential Speaker
References
Available upon request