Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Major Achievements
Participation In Capacity Building Certification Courses
Boards Committees Round Tables
Fields Drone Trainings Held
Gps
Core Competences
Summary Profile
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Jones Owusu Yeboah

Jones Owusu Yeboah

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Summary

Dynamic Drone Pilot and Audio Visual Director with over 12 years at Trinity Baptist Church, excelling in aerial photography and project management. Proven ability to enhance client communication and foster team collaboration, achieving significant improvements in media strategy and operational efficiency. Passionate about leveraging technology for impactful storytelling and community development.

Overview

9
9
Certifications
20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Drone Liaison Officer

Trinity Baptist Church, Ghana
01.2011 - Current
  • I have successfully planned, coordinated, managed and controlled all media related activities for the church for the past 12 years.
  • In charge of managing and maintaining all the audio visuals equipment owned by the church.
  • Trained staff in how to operate and manage the camera drones’ equipment.

Founder & Director

Hadad Media Consult
01.2006 - Current
  • Directed dairy management and operations to optimize efficiency and productivity.
  • Provided leadership to Hadad Media Consult, specializing in drone training, services, and video production.
  • Established business direction while achieving clients' expectations and profitability goals.
  • Fostered productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to enhance strategic objectives.
  • Communicated with clients to clarify demands, strengthen partnerships, and define objectives.
  • Developed and managed media signage and billboard projects in Ghana.
  • Crafted comprehensive media strategies tailored to diverse client needs.
  • Collaborated with clients to align branding and marketing goals with overall strategy.

Instalation of CCTV Camera

Strong-Hold Energy & Construction Technologies
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Installed CCTV cameras at ECG office in Asamankese district.
  • Implemented razor security electrical cabling at ECG office in Koforidua district.
  • Contributed innovative ideas to improve team performance and project outcomes.
  • Achieved cost savings by developing practical solutions to various challenges.

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Inner City and Zongo Development
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Operated drones to capture aerial footage for ministry projects and programs indoors and outdoors.
  • Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure drone safety and functionality.
  • Developed flight plans adhering to local regulations for optimal operation.
  • Collaborated with teams to gather aerial data for community planning initiatives.
  • Assisted in documenting project progress through photography and videography.
  • Trained new pilots on drone operation and safety protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations governing unmanned aircraft systems.
  • Analyzed aerial images to identify improvement areas and potential issues.

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Monetary and evaluation
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Operated drones for urban development assessments and mapping projects in Accra and Kumasi.
  • Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure drone safety and operational functionality.
  • Analyzed aerial footage to identify infrastructure improvement areas.
  • Trained new pilots on effective drone operation and safety protocols.
  • Recorded and edited video content for documentaries showcasing results fairs.
  • Executed flight plans to capture high-quality aerial imagery for various projects.
  • Collaborated with teams to integrate drone data into urban planning initiatives.
  • Maintained equipment, ensuring optimal performance during all operations.

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Special Development Initiative
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Operated drones for documentary video recording and editing for multiple community projects.
  • Conducted urban development assessments using drone technology for mapping accuracy.
  • Trained new pilots on safe drone operation and adherence to protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with FAA regulations and safety guidelines during all drone operations.

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Operated drones for urban development assessments and documentary video recording along Odaw River and Nima drainage project.
  • Developed flight plans adhering to local regulations and FAA safety guidelines.
  • Trained new pilots on safe drone operation and compliance protocols.
  • Maintained accurate logbooks documenting all flights and related activities.
  • Created 3D models from aerial photos captured by drones.
  • Conducted video editing for documentaries showcasing urban development projects.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols while operating drones in various environments.

Radio Presenter

Great FM Achimota
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Engaged listeners through live broadcasts and interactive segments to boost audience participation.
  • Conducted interviews with local artists and community figures, enhancing show authenticity.
  • Collaborated with production team to create compelling show content aligned with audience interests.
  • Managed social media accounts, promoting radio programs and increasing online visibility.
  • Assisted in organizing community events and promotions, fostering station-community relationships.
  • Developed strategies for gathering audience feedback to enhance listener engagement.
  • Attended meetings with program directors and staff, facilitating effective communication.
  • Responded promptly to listener feedback, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.

Radio Presenter

FAWE FM Nsawam
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Engaged listeners through live broadcasts and interactive segments of abrabomu nsem.
  • Conducted interviews with local artists and community figures to highlight talent.
  • Collaborated with production team to develop engaging show content.
  • Managed social media accounts to enhance promotion of radio programs.
  • Created promotional materials for upcoming shows to boost audience attendance.
  • Responded promptly to listener feedback to maintain audience connection.
  • Recorded, edited, and archived audio files for future reference and use.
  • Researched relevant topics for on-air discussions and prepared background information.

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

World Bank Project, Agbogbloshi & Lagoon
01.2018
  • Executed drone operations for urban development assessments and mapping projects.
  • Conducted pre-flight inspections to verify drone safety and functionality.
  • Operated drones for photography, recording, and editing videos for documentaries.
  • Analyzed aerial footage to pinpoint infrastructure improvement opportunities.
  • Adhered to FAA regulations and safety guidelines during all drone operations.

Education

Psychology, Sociology & Information Studies -

University of Ghana Accra Campus
Accra
05.2026

As drone engineer and pilot -

Indian Institute of Drones
01.2021

Journalists -

Indian Institute of Journalists & New Media (Online)
01.2018

Journalism & Videography -

Professional Media Network – Kumasi
01.2008

Construction Technician Course (CTC 1) -

Christian Heritage Secondary/Technical School Complex
01.2006

Carpentry& Joinery -

Koforidua Technical Institute
01.1996

Carpentry & Joinery -

Koforidua Boys Vocational Training Centre (Full-Time)
01.1995

Electricals -

Koforidua Normal Technical Institute
Koforidua
01.1992

Skills

  • Aerial photography
  • Camera operation
  • Project management
  • Team collaboration
  • Client communication
  • Data analysis

Major Achievements

  • Training of police officers in human trafficking throughout and setting up an Anti-Human Trafficking Office in Ghana with the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the Ghana Police Service, 01/01/12 - 01/01/14.
  • Rescue girls from Kuwait back to Ghana and wrote a report to MoFARI to cancel visa 20 to Kuwait (published on Thursday). On January 14, 2016, Kwaku Manu and SEWA Foundation interacted with Ghanaians in Kuwait.
  • Organized 2,720 stranded migrants in Ghana and evacuated them to their countries during COVID-19 in 2019. (Published on Thu, September 3 and 4, 2020, Modern Ghana News GNA), September 3, 2020 - September 4, 2020.
  • Training of Drone Applications for the Ghana National Fire Service, 01/05/24.
  • Contribution of the Human Trafficking Act in 2015, 01/01/15.
  • Member of the Migration Policy in Ghana, 01/01/23.
  • The School of Agriculture at the University of Ghana demonstrated teaching drone applications in agricultural business to enable students to ideate innovations to boost agricultural production in the country.

Participation In Capacity Building Certification Courses

  • Training of Trainers on Intelligence Gathering on Human Trafficking, Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the Ghana Police Service, 01/01/11.
  • Training for Anti-Human Trafficking Organizations in Ghana, Plan Ghana, 01/01/14 - 01/01/16.
  • Workshop/Training on Implementing Human Trafficking Airline, Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, 01/01/14.
  • Workshop on Human Trafficking in the Gulf of Guinea countries: Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, and Cameroon; International Organization for Migration, 09/01/14 - 06/01/16.
  • Training on data collection and information management in West and Central Africa, U.S. Embassy, and International Organization for Migration, 07/31/17 - 08/04/17.
  • Training on Migration, Development, and Psycho-social Wellbeing, University of Ghana Centre for Migration Studies and University of Bergen, 05/28/18 - 05/31/18.
  • Three-month workshop with the stakeholders of anti-human trafficking organizations and institutions to implement the national plan of action policy on human trafficking in Ghana, Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, 01/01/18.
  • Workshop on increasing child protection and combating child trafficking, International Organization for Migration, 11/01/17.
  • Workshop on National Multi-Stakeholder Consultations in Support of the Global Compact on Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration, International Organization for Migration, 09/01/17.
  • Short course on digital marketing, JPCann Associates Ltd, Accra, 01/01/17.
  • Training on E-Waste Recycling Management in Germany, 01/01/19.
  • Training on Programme Migration and Diaspora, GIZ Accra, Takoradi, and Ada, 01/01/21.
  • Global Exchange on the Rule of Governance in Shaping Diaspora Engagement, GIZ, 04/12/22.
  • Three-day Workshop on the EU-UN Building Migration Partisanship Program, 01/01/23.
  • Training in Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue in Migration Governance and Diaspora Cooperation, 06/18/21.
  • Collective Leadership Training, 01/21 - 01/26/21.

Boards Committees Round Tables

  • Board Member, National human trafficking board, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection
  • Committee Member, Committee of migrant gulf state, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Integration
  • Committee Member, Partners in Preparedness initiative. European Union (EU), Migrant in Countries in Crisis (MICIC), International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) Ghana Immigration Service
  • Round table participant, Human right, US Embassy
  • Round table participant, Civil society, US Embassy
  • Round table participant, Human trafficking, US Embassy

Fields Drone Trainings Held

Ministry of Monetary, Ministry of Special Development Initiative, Office of the President, Ghana National Fire Service (ongoing), NADMO (ongoing), Asanti Akyem Municipal Assembly, University of Ghana, Legon, Electro Recycling Ghana ERG, and hundreds of individuals, including engineers, workers, students, and commercial persons.

Gps

GM-290-5122 H8 Green St.

Core Competences

  • Research and investigative journalist.
  • Diligent UAV specialist, a professional drone pilot operator for all kinds of commercial drones, fixing and assembling drones, with profound training and experience from India.
  • Experienced audio-visual technician working with tireless drive and enthusiasm, dedicated to providing efficient, quality services.
  • CCTV Camera Specialist (Fixing and Training Services)
  • Advertising executive and brand strategist managing billboards.
  • Philanthropist and journalist, creating awareness on radio, TV, print media, and social media about major social issues.
  • A policymaker on human trafficking, migration, diaspora, and child abuse in Ghana.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and skills in state-of-the-art technologies, which provide all-round technical support across diverse projects.
  • Significant leadership and management experience in maintaining the sustainability of the organization and institutions.

Summary Profile

Executive Director of SEWA Foundation Ghana; CEO Hadad Media Consult; Drone Pilot/Engineer; Journalist, Philanthropist, Policy Maker and Brand Strategist. Has over fifteen years’ experience in managing and working with Government of Ghana and non-governmental organizations that further social or humanitarian objectives around the globe.

Certification

UAV / Drone Pilot (Certificate)

Languages

English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Timeline

Instalation of CCTV Camera

Strong-Hold Energy & Construction Technologies
03.2025 - 03.2025

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Monetary and evaluation
01.2019 - 01.2020

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Special Development Initiative
01.2019 - 01.2020

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development
01.2019 - 01.2020

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

World Bank Project, Agbogbloshi & Lagoon
01.2018

Drone Pilot / Audio Visual Director

Ministry of Inner City and Zongo Development
01.2017 - 01.2021

Drone Liaison Officer

Trinity Baptist Church, Ghana
01.2011 - Current

Radio Presenter

Great FM Achimota
01.2009 - 01.2010

Radio Presenter

FAWE FM Nsawam
01.2008 - 01.2009

Founder & Director

Hadad Media Consult
01.2006 - Current

Psychology, Sociology & Information Studies -

University of Ghana Accra Campus

As drone engineer and pilot -

Indian Institute of Drones

Journalists -

Indian Institute of Journalists & New Media (Online)

Journalism & Videography -

Professional Media Network – Kumasi

Construction Technician Course (CTC 1) -

Christian Heritage Secondary/Technical School Complex

Carpentry& Joinery -

Koforidua Technical Institute

Carpentry & Joinery -

Koforidua Boys Vocational Training Centre (Full-Time)

Electricals -

Koforidua Normal Technical Institute
Jones Owusu Yeboah