WELBECK KOFI AMPADU
ESTATE MANAGER, PROJECT MANAGER, FILM DIRECTOR
ACCRA
Summary
- Innovative Producer with over 15 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary creator, storyteller and business operations manager with demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects and asset management.
- Proficient Building Inspector versed in reviewing construction sites, plans, permits and licenses and evaluating construction sites. Detail-oriented and analytical professional with an efficient and thorough approach to work.
- Enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills and motivated to learn, grow and excel in the industry.
- Critical-thinking Facility Manager with proven successful cost-reduction techniques, efficient scheduling skills and error-free compliance inspections. Adept at aligning departmental goals and personnel assignments to achieve on-time job completion, supporting overall organizational objectives.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
LEAD PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
MULTIMEDIA GROUP LIMITED
ACCRA
2012.05 - Current
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Drove sales by negotiating deals and managing payment processing.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
- Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
- Supervised team of [Number] during morning news broadcasts and delivered effective directions to keep teams focused and responsive.
HEAD OF MONITORING
KOJACH PHARMA LIMITED
ACCRA
2011.04 - 2012.04
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Oversaw Stock taking and stock reconciliation activities
- Drugs license registration and FDA Ghana
SENIOR PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
GHANA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
ACCRA
2011.11 - 2012.02
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Directed TV shows such as news for the respective channels
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
FARMHOUSE PRODUCTIONS
ACCRA
2010.06 - 2011.05
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
BUILDING INSPECTOR/NATIONAL SERVICE PERSONNEL
LANDS COMMISSION
KUMASI
2004.02 - 2004.09
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Noted violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Education
EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA) - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL
ACCRA,GHANA 2022.06 - Current
BACHELOR OF FINE ART (BFA) - FILM DIRECTING
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA (NAFTI)
ACCRA.GHANA 2005.02 - 2009.06
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) - ESTATE MANAGEMENT
KUMASI POLYTECHNIC
KUMASI,GHANA 2001.02 - 2004.11
Skills
Project leadership
Outdoor leadership skills
Leading projects
Team leadership skills
Nursing staff leadership
Staff mentoring & leadership
Planning leadership
Financial leadership
Timeline
EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA) - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL
2022.06 - Current
LEAD PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
MULTIMEDIA GROUP LIMITED
2012.05 - Current
SENIOR PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
GHANA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
2011.11 - 2012.02
HEAD OF MONITORING
KOJACH PHARMA LIMITED
2011.04 - 2012.04
PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
FARMHOUSE PRODUCTIONS
2010.06 - 2011.05
BACHELOR OF FINE ART (BFA) - FILM DIRECTING
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA (NAFTI)
2005.02 - 2009.06
BUILDING INSPECTOR/NATIONAL SERVICE PERSONNEL
LANDS COMMISSION
2004.02 - 2004.09
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) - ESTATE MANAGEMENT
KUMASI POLYTECHNIC
2001.02 - 2004.11