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Education
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Voluntary Experience
Core Skills Competencies
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GOSOVINA AKINYI

Toronto,Vaughan

Summary

Am a content, video creator, and media professional with (6+) years of experience in communication, creating engaging content across a variety of media platforms and organizations. I hold experience in event marketing, video production & direction, plus design and development of interactive media. I have the ability to produce compelling, high-quality content that meets the needs of my clients, and think strategically and innovatively. I understand the importance of staying organized and meeting deadlines, and I am excited to use my knowledge and skills to help create engaging organizational content that resonates with targeted audiences.

Knowledgeable Communications Coordinator skilled at facilitating business operations by building successful internal and external communications plans. Proven skills in managing intranets, writing memoranda and cultivating positive media relations. Supports branding with focused and engaging copy.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Communication Coordinator Sole Proprietor/Head of Digital

YouTube
Current - Current
  • Create and publish videos on the popular video streaming site YouTube
  • It's a great way to make money, build an audience, and influence trends
  • Below are key daily roles and responsibilities that keep my channel on a growth path; Content Creation, Promotion and Networking, Audience Engagement, Monetization, Technical Troubleshooting, Community Building.
  • Established comprehensive metrics tracking systems to monitor success of various communication activities towards achieving overall objectives.

Communications Coordinator/Digital Content Creator

Bamba Studios
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Helped create innovative content for web, mobile, and interactive platforms.
  • Wrote and edited content for operations, marketing and public relations needs.
  • Assisted with planning, production and execution of email blasts, digital signage boards, special event flyers and social media campaigns.
  • Increased event attendance through targeted marketing efforts, resulting in higher levels of community engagement.
  • Delivered clear, concise reports to senior leadership on the effectiveness of various communication strategies.

Camera Operator

Permanent Presidential Music Commission
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Operated professional-grade video cameras, including setting up, adjusting, and maintaining the camera, in order to capture live events and pre-recorded footage
  • Set up lighting, sound equipment, and other production elements as needed
  • Monitored and adjusted video signals and audio levels.
  • Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
  • Supported multi-camera setups by effectively communicating with other operators to achieve desired coverage during live events or studio recordings.
  • Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
  • Operated various camera types proficiently, including DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.

VIDEO DIRECTOR/ HEAD OF MEDIA PRODUCTION CREW

Restoration Embassy
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • I was responsible for overseeing the entire production of the church's livestream during covid-19, from pre-production to post-production
  • I acted as the creative force behind the project, guiding the team to achieve a desired vision.
  • Reduced overall costs for video shoots by sourcing cost-effective equipment rentals without compromising on production value.
  • Surpassed client expectations consistently by delivering exceptional final products that met their unique requirements.

EVENT MARKETER/ EMCEE/ HOST

Pristine Beats
02.2015 - 09.2017
  • Developed, implemented, and organized event marketing plans
  • Created and maintained event registration processes
  • Served as the face of Pristine Beats at all events, acting as both a host and an emcee
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders
  • Coordinated event logistics.
  • Secured partnerships with industry influencers to expand the reach of targeted audiences for increased event visibility.
  • Conducted market research to identify target demographics, allowing for more relevant messaging in promotional materials for each event.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing project management tools, enhancing team communication and productivity in organizing events.
  • Increased brand awareness by executing memorable experiential marketing campaigns at various events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Media Studies

York University
Toronto, ON
11.2028

Diploma - Journalism

St. Paul's University
Kenya
01.2023

Certificate - Communication

St. Paul's University
Kenya
01.2022

Certificate of Secondary School Education -

Shady Garden Academy
Kenya
12.2014

Skills

  • Exceptional communication
  • Strong proficiency in detail
  • Excellent field research data
  • Project management &
    Leadership
  • Internal Communications
  • Video content production

Languages

English
Swahili

Voluntary Experience

  • Red Cross Volunteer, May 2011, Worked as a Volunteer staff, to provide limitless funding, webinars, toolkits and networking opportunities in multiple languages to develop innovative ideas.
  • Lead Counselor, Kingdom Restoration Church, August 2018, I served as one of the lead counselors for the Teen Holiday Program, where I provided training in Oral Skills, Acting, Dance and Public Speaking.
  • Young Ministers Missions Fellowship, April 2019, 2021, I am a member of the young ministers Missions' fellowship where we travel various parts of the country to spread the word of God and give back to the society. Other deliverables included;

Core Skills Competencies

  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, and excellent negotiator.
  • Ability to perform interviews.
  • Solid interpersonal skills.
  • Teamwork & Coordination.
  • Excellent field research data extraction and interpretation ability.
  • Complex problem solving and ability to work within limited timelines.
  • Video Creation & Social Media metrics knowledge.
  • Excellent time management & interpersonal skills.

References

  • Mr. Jacktone Otieno, CEO, Bamba Studios, +254 720 403531, radiosauti@gmail.com
  • PST. Amos Ligawa, General Overseer, Kingdom Restoration Church, +254 722 638045, amosligawa@gmail.com
  • Mr. Joseph Owino, Founder, Pristine Beats Entertainment Company and CEO, Precious Events, +254 715 882885, deejayblueprints254@gmail.com



Timeline

Communication Coordinator Sole Proprietor/Head of Digital

YouTube
Current - Current

Communications Coordinator/Digital Content Creator

Bamba Studios
01.2021 - 01.2024

Camera Operator

Permanent Presidential Music Commission
01.2021 - 12.2021

VIDEO DIRECTOR/ HEAD OF MEDIA PRODUCTION CREW

Restoration Embassy
01.2017 - 01.2020

EVENT MARKETER/ EMCEE/ HOST

Pristine Beats
02.2015 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Media Studies

York University

Diploma - Journalism

St. Paul's University

Certificate - Communication

St. Paul's University

Certificate of Secondary School Education -

Shady Garden Academy
GOSOVINA AKINYI