Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Pob
Personal Information
References
Recognitions Accolades
Additional Training Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Arthur Too Yenene Douglas, Jr.

Beijing, China ,China

Summary

Accomplished journalist and media leader with over 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism, press management, and public communications across Liberia. Proven track record of directing news operations, covering high-profile political events (Executive Mansion, Legislature), and producing impactful reporting for radio, TV, and print. Adept at strategic editorial leadership, team mentorship, and crisis-sensitive reporting in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Media and Communication

Office of the First Lady, Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs
Monrovia, Liberia
01.2018 - Current
  • Develop and execute strategic communication plans to promote the First Lady’s initiatives and public engagements including campaigns to enhance outreach.
  • Manage media relations, including press releases, interviews, and crisis communication while overseeing content creation for social media, speeches, and multimedia materials.
  • Monitored media coverage and evaluated communication strategies for effectiveness.

Senior Reporter

Liberia Broadcasting System, LBS
Paynesville, Liberia
01.2014 - 01.2018

Executive Mansion Correspondent (December, 2014 - January, 2018)

  • Covered presidential events, including press briefings; conducted interviews with high-profile political figures; delivered timely and accurate reports; and balanced coverage of executive branch activities to a broad audience.

Legislative Reporter (January 2014 - November 2014)

  • Reported on legislative sessions, committee hearings, and policy debates, providing in-depth analysis of proposed bills and their implications.

Newscaster (March 2014 - January 2018)

  • Anchored daily news programs and news summary broadcasts with clarity and professionalism, coordinating with production teams to ensure seamless adherence to tight deadlines.

Talk Show Host (Oct. 2015 - Dec. 2017)

  • Hosted a major daily show, the Super Morning Show, featuring interviews with prominent figures from politics, business, and culture, and analytical discussions.

News Editor (April 2017 - January 2018)

  • Oversaw editorial content for the daily news broadcast, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to journalistic standards.

Maryland County Correspondent (March, 2010- Dec., 2013)

  • Reported on newsworthy events, developments, and human-interest stories from Maryland County, in the rural parts of Liberia, ensuring comprehensive coverage of local issues.
  • Monitored local trends and developments to identify and report on emerging stories of regional and national significance.

Reporter/Contributing Writer

The News Newspaper
Broad Street, Monrovia, Liberia
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Researched, investigated, and reported on local and national news stories, including breaking news, events, and human-interest stories, while meeting tight deadlines.

Information Officer

Catholic Justice and Peace Commission, (JPC)
Harper, Liberia
02.2012 - 09.2012
  • Educated communities on human rights, social justice, and civic responsibilities through workshops, seminars, and outreach programs.
  • Developed and disseminated public awareness materials, including brochures, posters, and radio programs, to promote advocacy campaigns.
  • Collaborated with local leaders, NGOs, and government agencies to amplify community voices and address injustices.

Reporter/Contributing Writer

The New Dawn Newspaper
Crown Hill, Monrovia, Liberia
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Researched, investigated, and reported on local and national news stories, including breaking news, events, and human-interest stories, while meeting tight deadlines.

Director of News

Radio Harper
Harper City, Liberia
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Oversee all news operations, including editorial planning, content creation, and distribution across radio and digital platforms.
  • Lead a team of reporters, editors, and correspondents, providing mentorship, and ensuring high-quality journalism.

Maryland County Correspondent

Star Radio Liberia
Snapper Hill, Monrovia, Liberia
01.2007 - 01.2010

Maryland County Correspondent

  • Reported on newsworthy events, developments, and human-interest stories from Maryland County, in the rural parts of Liberia, ensuring comprehensive coverage of local issues.
  • Monitored local trends and developments to identify and report on emerging stories of regional and national significance.

Education

Master’s Degree (Candidate) - International Communication And Journalism

Communication University of China, CUC
Beijing, People's Republic Of China
06-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication

African Methodist Episcopal University, AMEU
Monrovia, Liberia
01.2017

Diploma -

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic High School
Harper City, Maryland County, Liberia
01.2009

Certificate -

West African Examination Council (WAEC)
Monrovia, Liberia
01.2009

Skills

  • Economic and Financial Analysis
  • Office Professional (Computer Training)
  • Development Reporting
  • Development Journalism
  • Human Rights Reporting

Pob

Harper City, Maryland County, Liberia

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/21/89
  • Nationality: Liberian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Christianity

References

  • Dr. Lawrence K. Bropleh, Esq., Former Ambassador-at-Large, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Capitol Hill, Monrovia, Liberia, 0777440000
  • Hon. James K. Kortu, Jr., Former Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the First Lady, Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs, Executive Mansion, Capitol Hill, Monrovia, Liberia, 0778063102

Recognitions Accolades

  • Bishop Adams J. Richardson Leadership Award, 06/17, African Methodist Episcopal University, Camp-Johnson Road, Monrovia, Montserrado County, Liberia
  • Scholar, 09/16 - 06/17, Coca Cola Institute for Innovation, Alexander B. Cummings Learning Center, AME University, Camp Johnson Road, Monrovia, Liberia
  • Outstanding Employee of the Year, 01/14, Liberia Broadcasting System, LBS, Paynesville, Montserrado County, Liberia

Additional Training Skills

  • Certificate, 03/17, Economic and Financial Analysis, W/African Institute of Financial & Economic Management / Central Bank of Liberia (CBL), Monrovia, Montserrado County, Liberia
  • Certificate, 09/16, Office Professional (Computer Training), Ezzat Eid Basic and Continued Education Center, AME University, Monrovia, Montserrado County, Liberia
  • Certificate, 04/14, Development Reporting, Press Union of Liberia/UNDP, Monrovia, Montserrado County, Liberia
  • Certificate, 11/10, Development Journalism, United National Missions in Liberia, UNMIL, Harper City, Maryland County, Liberia
  • Certificate, 03/10, Human Rights Reporting, Journalists for Human Rights, JHR, Harper, Maryland County, Liberia

Certification

March 2017

Economic and Financial Analysis Training

W/African Institute of Financial & Economic Management & Central Bank of Liberia (CBL)

Monrovia, Liberia

April 2014

Certificate/Development Reporting

Press Union of Liberia/UNDP

Monrovia, Liberia

November 2010

Certificate/Development Journalism

United National Missions in Liberia, UNMIL

Harper, Maryland County

March 2010

Certificate/Human Rights Reporting

Journalists for Human Rights, JHR

Harper, Maryland County

Accomplishments

Bishop Adams J. Richardson Leadership Award June 2017

African Methodist Episcopal University

Camp-Johnson Road, Monrovia-Liberia

Outstanding Employee of the Year January 2014

Liberia Broadcasting System, LBS

Paynesville, Liberia

Timeline

Director of Media and Communication

Office of the First Lady, Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs
01.2018 - Current

Senior Reporter

Liberia Broadcasting System, LBS
01.2014 - 01.2018

Information Officer

Catholic Justice and Peace Commission, (JPC)
02.2012 - 09.2012

Reporter/Contributing Writer

The News Newspaper
01.2012 - 01.2013

Reporter/Contributing Writer

The New Dawn Newspaper
01.2010 - 01.2012

Director of News

Radio Harper
01.2008 - 01.2010

Maryland County Correspondent

Star Radio Liberia
01.2007 - 01.2010

Master’s Degree (Candidate) - International Communication And Journalism

Communication University of China, CUC

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication

African Methodist Episcopal University, AMEU

Diploma -

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic High School

Certificate -

West African Examination Council (WAEC)
Arthur Too Yenene Douglas, Jr.