Olufimidara-Ayo Olufade
Creative
Northfield,MN
There is no greater agony than having an untold story within you.
Summary
Effective communicator with a flair for project management and team leadership. Intentional about presenting the best brand image of the organization with efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Creative Project Manager
Marketing & Communications in St Olaf College
Northfield, MN
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw technical production and implementation of photography projects.
- Served as liaison between the department and clients regarding the acceptance, actualization and delivery of projects.
- Manage internal team of photographers.
- Handled client communications and led meetings, providing clear direction and consistent updates on project progress.
- Engage in the documentation of brand stories through photography.
Athletic Camera Operator
St Olaf College
Northfield, MN
09.2024 - Current
- Operated television studio cameras during sports television production.
- Worked with sport media directors to capture action as desired.
Advancement Fellow
St Olaf College
Northfield, MN
09.2024 - Current
- Engage in fundraising campaigns for the employing facility.
- Communicates with potential and actual donors regarding the effectiveness of their donations.
- Supports the St. Olaf Fund in fundraising capacities.
Summer Photographer and Videographer
Residence Life, St Olaf College
Northfield, Minnesota
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Enhanced the Brand's storytelling through videography to help in creating a better digital presence.
- Increased social media engagement with captivating images that told compelling stories.
- Collaborated with graphic designers to create visually cohesive marketing materials.
School Photographer
UWC Dilijan
Dilijan, Armenia
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Worked on the photography aspects of the brand identity of the cooperation.
- Managed team of photographers for special projects.
Education
International Baccalaureate -
05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Studies And Political Science
08.2024 - Current
- Davis UWC Scholarship Recipient
Skills
- Creative strategy
- Creative direction
- Design thinking
- Project development
- Strategic Fundraising Planning
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
Certification
EFSET English Certificate (C2 Proficient)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Hobbies and Interests
- Music
- Photography
- Videography
- Public Speaking
- Creative Writing
- Reading
- Thinking
Extracurricular activities
KARIBU
Creative Director, UPRISING
Timeline
Summer Photographer and Videographer - Residence Life, St Olaf College
05.2025 - 08.2025
Creative Project Manager - Marketing & Communications in St Olaf College
01.2025 - Current
Athletic Camera Operator - St Olaf College
09.2024 - Current
Advancement Fellow - St Olaf College
09.2024 - Current
St. Olaf College - Bachelor of Arts, Film And Media Studies And Political Science
08.2024 - Current
School Photographer - UWC Dilijan
09.2023 - 04.2024
UWC Dilijan - International Baccalaureate,