Edem Worlanyo
Strategic Communication Specialist
Maple Shade,NJ
Summary
Enthusiastic strategic communicator with interpersonal skills necessary to plan and provide leadership roles. Dedicated and passionate professional with proven track record successfully leading discussions and providing ultimate goals. Communicates effectively with management team, very organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate as a team player. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating environment to achieve overall goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Gloucester City High School
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Education Program Officer
Bancroft School For Autistic Students
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Executive Director
Rhodem Communication Solutions
07.2015 - 08.2022
- Consulting on Financial Management, Project Management, Development Issues Strategic Management.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, PR Management, Media Relations, TV, Radio, Magazine & Newspaper Management and Production.
Communications Specialist
Savannah Accelerated Development Authority
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Designed company outreach and fundraising campaigns to engage with customers and other businesses.
- Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
- Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
- Research into Social and Economic issues and Preparation of Media Materials for Publication.
- Writing and Editing Communication Materials, Articles, Online News Production, Media and Public Relations.
- Organizing Press Conferences and briefings Writing Speeches, Media and Online Monitoring, Traveling to Project Site, Advise on Communication Issues.
Corporate Communications Manager
Dominion University College, Ghana
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Elevated event visibility by managing all aspects of event planning, from concept development to post-event follow-up activities.
- Developed communications strategies to drive forward progress in public relations.
- Prepared RFP and RFQ responses for new business pitches and presentations.
- Increased employee engagement through the creation of targeted internal communications campaigns.
- Research and Preparation of Media Materials for Publication .
- Writing and Editing Communication Materials, Articles, Online News Production, Media and Public Relations.
- Organizing Press Conferences and briefings Speech Writing, Media and Online Monitoring, Advise on Communication Issues.
Broadcast Journalist
Ghana Television
12.2006 - 08.2011
- Safeguarded sensitive information by adhering strictly to company confidentiality policies when working with pre-released media content.
- Internal and International Assignments
- Research into News Items
- Production and Editing News Items for Broadcast Interviews and Programming
- News Coverage (Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Assignments) Investigative Journalism
News Reporter
JOY FM Radio (Multimedia Group)
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Stayed up-to-date with current events and trends to stay ahead of competition.
- Internal and International Assignments
- Research into News Items
- Production and Editing News Items for Broadcast, Interviews and Programming
- News Coverage (Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Assignments)
- Investigative Journalism
Reporter
Daily Graphic Newspaper
07.2002 - 08.2003
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Stayed up-to-date with current events and trends to stay ahead of competition.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
- Internal and International Assignments Research into News Items
- Production and Editing News Items for Broadcast Interviews and Programming
- News Coverage (Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Assignments)
- Investigative Journalism
Education
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2024
Master of Arts - Economic Policy Management
University of Ghana
Legon-Accra, Ghana07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Ghana
Legon-Accra, Ghana07.2011
No Degree - Business & Financial Reporting
University of Pennsylvania Wharton Business School
Philadelphia, PA10.2009
Associate of Arts - Journalism (Print & Broadcast)
Ghana Institute of Journalism
Accra-Ghana06.2002
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Sound Judgment
- Professionalism
- SMART Technology
- Professional Demeanor
- Time management abilities
- Goal Setting
- Attention to Detail
- Health and Safety Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Creative Thinking
- Self Motivation
- Relationship building and management
- MS Office
- Multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in MS Dos, Excel
- Organizational Skills
- Team building
Accomplishments
Established own Policy & Communications Consulting Company (Plc) in Ghana, West Africa.
Affiliations
- Member of Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ)
- Prospective Member of Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
Certification
- Substitute Teacher Certification of New jersey Department of Education - 2023
- Business Reporting Certification of University of Pennsylvania Wharton Business School - 2009
Listening to Radio, Traveling and Watching Soccer
Listening to Educative Radio Programs like Personality Profiles, Traveling to Tourist Destinations and Watching European & African Football (Soccer) Leagues.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Gloucester City High School
08.2023 - Current
Education Program Officer
Bancroft School For Autistic Students
09.2022 - 05.2023
Executive Director
Rhodem Communication Solutions
07.2015 - 08.2022
Communications Specialist
Savannah Accelerated Development Authority
04.2013 - 06.2015
Corporate Communications Manager
Dominion University College, Ghana
03.2012 - 10.2012
Broadcast Journalist
Ghana Television
12.2006 - 08.2011
News Reporter
JOY FM Radio (Multimedia Group)
09.2003 - 05.2005
Reporter
Daily Graphic Newspaper
07.2002 - 08.2003
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
Rowan University
Master of Arts - Economic Policy Management
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Ghana
No Degree - Business & Financial Reporting
University of Pennsylvania Wharton Business School
Associate of Arts - Journalism (Print & Broadcast)
Ghana Institute of Journalism
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