Listowell Bukarson
Fayetteville,United States
Summary
A media Specialist with a passion for journalism and communications, I bring a vision focused on inspiring change through effective messaging and interviewing. My diverse experiences have honed my leadership skills, allowing for multitasking in fast-paced environments while ensuring operational excellence and effective maintenance of projects. I am committed to serving the community through journalism that influences, uplifts, and reflects the true essence of our diverse population.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project/Program Manager
The Press Foundation
09.2015 - Current
- Advocate for continuous journalistic independence, demonstrating a consistent commitment to the diversity of voices in media
- Organize press events, press releases and provide media coverage to Ghana Aids Commission as an impact project
- Organize media workshops, seminars, conferences and training sessions for journalists with the aim of promoting media freedom in Ghana and abroad while integrating analytics to assess the effectiveness of these initiatives
- Liaise and collaborate with recognized media institutions and associations such as DW Academia in Germany, BBC World Service, Undercover Investigative Company, Tiger Eye PI, and the Ghana Journalist Association to protect the integrity of journalism, ensuring proper media monitoring and media relations
- Develop fact sheets and key messages for various campaigns to enhance communication with internal stakeholders, ensuring a focused approach to messaging.
Executive Director
Bukarson Health Foundation
09.2015 - Current
- Organize events, workshops, seminars, and training programs on health issues, emphasizing the importance of crisis management in health communication
- Organize awareness-creation programs on health-related issues that cater to the diverse population
- Raise funds and donations for the needy, sick, and deprived to meet their medical needs, practicing effective communication and storytelling.
Owner and Chief Executive Officer
Authentic Sports
05.2010 - Current
- Provide sports consultancy including sports player and athlete management, utilizing integrated marketing strategies to increase customer satisfaction
- Organize sports travel and tourism
- Recruit and develop aspiring athletic talents into productive athletes for international agencies while leveraging industry trends to align with consumer goods
- Organize international and local soccer games and athletes' competitions, managing project management effectively with operational excellence
- Raise funds to support deprived societies and the needy through sports and develop a strong narrative for the initiatives while always focusing on the impact and fulfillment of goals.
International Freelance Journalist
01.1999 - Current
- Traveled across the world as a journalist covering and reporting on news items, utilizing the art of craft in writing and strong verbal communication skills
- Create brand awareness for Pinamang beauty cosmetics
Ashanti Regional Chairman
Ghana Journalists Association
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Responsible for the well-being of journalists in the region, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities
- Coordinating all journalist activities in the region to promote excellence and innovation in corporate communication.
Public Relations, Supporters, and Marketing Manager
Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Was responsible for media, public relations, and the corporate image of the club using advanced techniques of broadcasting and public engagement
- Acted as the spokesperson during press meetings
- Write proposals for sponsorships, branding, and profiling players while ensuring maximum accessibility for all
- Organize press releases and statements before and after each major soccer activity, ensuring proper sampling and analysis of the audience
- Plan and organize press releases and events for the team, ensuring effective pitch strategies are utilized to enhance public involvement
- Create brand awareness of Kumasi Asante Kotoko to inspire potential sponsors and donors to the club
- Integrated the marketing and sale of the club’s paraphernalia, ticketing, and sponsorships, among others to generate more funds, driving operational excellence.
Programmes Manager
Kapital Radio
07.1997 - 01.2010
- News Reporter
- Covered news items with a focus on storytelling and audience engagement
- Headed the Sports Department, covering sports events and commentaries
- Headed the Political and Current Affairs Desk, hosted and edited current affairs news with a focus on multifaceted perspectives
- Programmes Manager
- Oversaw all the programs on the radio station, ensuring effective conceptualization and implementation.
Education
Master of Laws (LLM) -
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of law
Baltimore, MD07.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined
University of London
08.2021
Diploma in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing - undefined
Institute of Business Management and Journalism- Kumasi
Kumasi, Ashanti12.1997
Skills
- Scope Management
- Requirements Analysis
- Project Scheduling
- Business Analysis
Certification
- DW Training and apprenticeship certificate 2009
- BBC World service training for journalism (2000)
- BBC World service training for sports journalism (2005)
- International Sports and Culture Association Move Congress in Frankfurt, Germany, 2010
Affiliations
Ghana Journalist Association executive member
Timeline
Project/Program Manager
The Press Foundation
09.2015 - Current
Executive Director
Bukarson Health Foundation
09.2015 - Current
Ashanti Regional Chairman
Ghana Journalists Association
01.2013 - 01.2016
Owner and Chief Executive Officer
Authentic Sports
05.2010 - Current
Public Relations, Supporters, and Marketing Manager
Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC
01.2010 - 01.2013
International Freelance Journalist
01.1999 - Current
Programmes Manager
Kapital Radio
07.1997 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined
University of London
Diploma in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing - undefined
Institute of Business Management and Journalism- Kumasi
Master of Laws (LLM) -
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of law
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