Solomon Sago

SOLOMON SAGO Strategic Communications & Media Abuja, Nigeria. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Communications professional with over 10 years of experience supporting strategic communications, media engagement, and content development for governance, democracy, and social development initiatives. Strong expertise in translating complex policy, gender, and human rights issues into clear, impactful, and inclusive narratives for diverse audiences. Adept at working with multidisciplinary teams, civil society actors, media partners, and stakeholders to deliver results-oriented communications aligned with organizational mandates. CORE COMMUNICATIONS COMPETENCIES Strategic Communications Media Relations & Press Engagement Content Development (Reports, Stories, Briefs) Digital & Social Media Management Advocacy & Public Awareness Campaigns Event Communications & Visibility Sponsors & Stakeholder Communications Audio-Visual Documentation Knowledge Management & Storytelling PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Freelance Communications & Media Consultant Abuja, Nigeria | January 2024 – Present Provide communications support to organizations and initiatives focused on governance, social inclusion, human rights, and community engagement Develop written, visual, and audio-visual content for advocacy, awareness, and brands visibility Support documentation of activities, success stories, and lessons learned for reporting and public engagement Assist with digital communications and messaging to reach targeted audiences effectively Senior Content Producer Firefly Multimedia Company, Abuja. December 2013 – December 2023 Led strategic content development supporting public awareness, advocacy, and social impact initiatives Co-produced Global View Africa (50+ episodes), addressing governance, civic participation, social justice, and development issues across Africa Worked closely with partners, civil society actors, and media stakeholders to research and communicate sensitive social issues in an ethical and inclusive manner Developed stories, interviews, and visual content amplifying underrepresented voices, including women and marginalized communities Designed and implemented social media campaigns that increased public engagement and programme visibility Produced communication materials (feature stories, brochures, digital assets) for events, campaigns, and stakeholder outreach Supported consistent messaging and brand integrity across multiple platforms Content Producer DAAR Communications PLC (AIT & RayPower FM), Abuja June 2010 – November 2013 Supported production of flagship current affairs programmes addressing governance, elections, accountability, and social issues Assisted in the daily production of Kakaaki, AIT’s prime-time current affairs programme Coordinated production of Global View Africa, contributing to research, scripting, and storytelling Supported television and radio campaigns from concept development through broadcast and impact review Assisted with guest coordination, editorial planning, and studio production RELEVANT ACHIEVEMENTS Successfully coordinated media productions that increased audience reach and public awareness on governance and social development issues Managed production of 26 episodes of a television drama series addressing social themes Coordinated and documented 10+ public and private events, ensuring effective visibility and messaging Recognized for collaboration, professionalism, and contribution to successful partnerships EDUCATION Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): Journalism International Institute of Journalism, Abuja 2011 – 2012 Bachelor’s Degree,: English & Drama (Performing Arts) Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 2002 – 2005 CERTIFICATIONS & RELEVANT TRAINING Conflict Analysis Negotiation & Conflict Management Inter-Faith Conflict Resolution & Management Fundamentals of Project Management Community Journalism TECHNICAL SKILLS MS Word, PowerPoint & Excel Audio-Visual Production & Editing Media Monitoring & Content Management Social Media Platforms & Digital Storytelling LANGUAGES English – Fluent Additional local languages (Edo, Yoruba, Hausa) INTERESTS African History and Education Documentaries | Reading | Civic Engagement | Personal Development