OLABISI, Oyetoun Esther
Current Location: Lagos, Nigeria.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oyetounolabisi/
Content Writer
(Open to freelance writing, academic writing, and any writing opportunities).
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Creative professional writer with experience in developing error-free and
grammatically sound content following industry specifications, best practices, and
style. Expertise in developing business-related and telecommunication content
across different channels, including blogs, social media platforms, and printed
publications.
Experience in working with editors, social media managers, and other writers to
facilitate overall business productivity, monitor content performance, and suggest
strategic ideas to improve performance and drive traction. I am looking forward to
contributing my experience and skills to industries that offer genuine opportunities
for career growth and self-development.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with a keen eye for
detail.
Expert at working independently or liaising with editors, writers, and
social media experts to develop engaging, educating, and informative
content to improve website content.
Excellent time management and ability to execute tasks according to
priority.
Proven ability to thoroughly research strategic content ideas and create
quality content that directly improves organization goals.
Proven organizational and interpersonal skills with the unique ability to
work with different people to achieve the organization’s goal.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Office
Familiar with Content Management System such as WordPress
Google Trends
Project management tools such as Asana and Slack
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Content Writer
Business Elites Africa| Ikeja, Lagos | NOVEMBER 2021 – DECEMBER 2022
Responsibility:
Conducted thorough research on industry-related topics and created quality
content according to in-house style to achieve organizational goals.
Stay informed with business trends and news to generate engaging and
informative content ideas.
Research professional business owners making milestones in different
industries, reach out and schedule an interview with them, and document
their stories to inform, educate, engage, and motivate readers.
Write, publish, and share compelling business stories, blog posts, articles,
and news articles on social media platforms.
Liaised with team members to research and suggest content ideas that
successfully increased readership and reduced the company's bounce rate.
Conduct simple keyword research, utilize SEO guidelines to increase web
traffic, and ensure consistency in writing style, fonts, images, and tone.
News Writer (Internship)
Unilag Radio Newsroom | Unilag Media, Akoka | JANUARY 2020 – APRIL 2020
Responsibility:
Researched, gathered, and verified newsworthy information to create
interesting and engaging news stories for publication online or broadcast.
Proofread the news bulletin while working closely with the in-house editors to
ensure all news stories are grammar-rich, error-free, interesting, and
engaging.
Submit all verified, analyzed, and edited news for reading by anchors.
Prioritized tasks with exceptional attention to timeliness while working closely
with the editors and other professionals in executing goals.
Attend news events and conferences and report back to the editor.
EDUCATION
Master of Art in English (2019 - 2021)
University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Bachelor of Arts (Education) in English (2014 - 2017)
University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Nigerian Certificate of Education i n English/Political Science (2010 - 2013)
Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education, Ijanikin Lagos State,
Nigeria.
WASSCE (2002 - 2008)
West Africa Senior School Certificate Solidrock Model College, Ogun State, Nigeria
CERTIFICATIONS
Data Science
ALX
In-view
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Foundation
(LinkedIn Learning)
Jan. 2023
Content Creation: Strategy and Tools
(LinkedIn Learning)
Jan. 2023
A Crash Course in Writing Well
(LinkedIn Learning)
Dec. 2022
Jobberman Soft – Skills Training
June 2020
National Broadcast Academy
(Basic Journalism Course)
Dec. 2019
REFEREE
Will be provided upon request.