Blessing Usuanlele

BLESSING USUANLELE Abuja, Nigeria | --| LinkedIn CAREER OBJECTIVE I am a skilled video editor and communications professional with over three years of experience in crafting compelling content for social media and coaching individuals on effective communication strategies. Proficient in both short and long-form video editing, I help clients amplify their digital presence and drive audience engagement. With a passion for storytelling, I combine creativity, technical expertise, and strong interpersonal skills to deliver impactful media solutions and communication strategies that inspire action and foster connections. I am a goal oriented and confident individual eager to contribute to organizational success. I am quick to learn with minimal supervision and seek to progress into more challenging roles to further develop my career. WORK EXPERIENCE FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR/VOICE-OVER ARTIST • • • • Jan 2022-Present Edited over 150 videos for clients, including both short-form (under 60 seconds) and longform content for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, achieving an average 25% engagement increase for clients. Provided voice-over services for over 50 projects across educational, promotional, and entertainment content, maintaining consistent client satisfaction ratings of over 90%. Collaborated with clients to develop creative briefs and deliver final projects ahead of deadlines, improving content delivery timelines by 30%. I write and bring scripts to live through the art of audio storytelling and voiceover artistry. COMMUNICATIONS COACH • • • • Jan 2024-Present Created and posted over 20 video content pieces on various social media platforms sharing tips on how to boost self-confidence through communication. Coached clients on how to make sales while inspiring their audience to take action through effective communication. Hosted Instagram live shows. Developed and created videos on how to effectively engage clients and prospects through communication. INTERNATIONAL ALERT NIGERIA (NGO) Communications Intern/Receptionist May 2023-Dec 2023 • Worked with my team to develop strategies for improved service delivery to both prospects and current clients while providing communication and media materials. • • Worked with IT to streamline the management of photo and digital communications materials, reducing file retrieval time by 25%. Monitored and evaluated communications and media coverage making recommendations where necessary for future activities. FRENCH TUTOR • • May 2021-Oct 2022 Tutored several students 90% of them becoming certified with the Diplôme D’etudes en Langue Française (DELF A1). Created an audio French/English course available on Amazon and Selar, to help beginners and 9-5 workers learn French at their own time and pace. • Maintained impeccable records of 50+ tutoring sessions, monitoring and boosting student progress. • Designed 20+ specialized handouts and assessments tailored to individual learning needs NATIONAL LOTTERY REGULATORY COMMISSION June 2018-June 2019 HR/Discipline Officer (NYSC) • Distributed company’s correspondence, including memos, and updates to reinforce and apprise department and divisions of corporate objectives and developments. • • Assisted in recruiting 15+ employees during hiring cycles. Monitored and ensured adherence to organizational rules and regulation, reducing policy violations by 10% EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION B.A International Studies/Diplomacy University of Benin, Benin city West African Examination Council (WAEC) Government Secondary School Kubwa, Abuja First School Leaving Certification The British School of Lomé, Togo -) -) -) CERTIFICATIONS ALX Africa AI Essentials ALX Africa Virtual Assistant McKinsey Forward Program Management Consulting United States Institute of Peace Introduction to Peacebuilding United States Institute of Peace Design, Monitoring & Evaluation (micro) Side Hustle Internship Customer Relationship Management National Broadcast Academy Presentation (2024) (2024) (2024) (2023) (2023) (2023) (2022) SKILLS • • • • • • • Communication and Presentation: Excellent verbal and written skills Organizational Skills: Strong planning, multitasking, and prioritization abilities Research and Analytical Skills: High proficiency in research and use of Google Workspace Team Collaboration: Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills Creativity and Innovation: Proactive and resourceful in developing new ideas and solutions Adobe Premier Pro/After Effects Slack INTEREST Video Editing, Communication, Storytelling, Sales, Reading, Research, Traveling LANGUAGES • • English: (native) French: (intermediate DELF A2) REFEREE Available on request PORTFOLIO: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Jq7vZ52Rw1iHdt11cJ0Yb0zcKUMBAKf?usp=sharing