OLABODE LAWAL
Ontario,CA
Summary
Creative Academic Coordinator with over 10 years of experience providing support to faculty, staff and students. Substantial skills in public relations and marketing. Leads special projects, generates reports and designs retention activities to foster program success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Coordinator
Victor Valley Community College
08.2022 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Organized, prepared and revised Communication course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Optimized classroom transitions while encouraging and reinforcing student instruction and liaising with administration department leaders.
Academic Coordinator
Chaffey Community College
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring content was up-to-date and relevant to industry trends.
- Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body.
Security Manager
Divine Protection Security
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced overall security by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and implementing tailored security plans.
- Reduced incidents of theft and vandalism by implementing advanced surveillance systems and access control measures.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing regular training for improved performance and professional growth.
- Improved response time to incidents by developing effective communication protocols within the security team.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to streamline information sharing during investigations and emergency situations.
- Increased employee safety by conducting regular safety drills and establishing clear evacuation procedures in case of emergencies.
- Developed comprehensive emergency response plans to minimize business disruptions during crises situations.
- Conducted thorough background checks on potential hires to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Monitored building access, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry into secure areas of the facility.
- Established strong relationships with local law enforcement, facilitating collaboration during critical events or investigations.
Adjunct Lecturer
Department Of Communication Studies, CSUSB
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Organized, prepared and revised oral communication course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant
California, State University, California State University
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Table events on behalf of the Vice President’s Office for Student Affairs
- Strategized and developed video content for the Vice President of Student Affairs website and social media publications.
- Collaborated with sales, product management and web development teams to create specific marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
- Analyze & report social media actions monthly for successes & new opportunities
- Stay current with social media trends, tools, and applications
- Promote social media profiles at events
- Manage social media campaigns & daily activities
- Monitor online media, information sources & social channels
- Increased user base by promoting brand awareness and launching key marketing efforts.
- Strategically planned, implemented and monitored client's social media content and campaigns using complex editorial calendar.
- Partnered with graphic designers creating content and promoting ad campaigns.
- Engaged social media audience by collaborating with graphic designers to develop viral content.
- Maintained current social media trends through attending professional conferences and webinars.
- Created content strategies for digital media.
- Collected and analyzed Web metrics such as visits, time on site and page views per visit.
Graduate Teaching Associate
Communication Studies, California State University
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Provide relevant and timely feedback on student assignments.
- Keep abreast of latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skill.
- Offer assistance in writing and submitting documents and reports associated with accreditation.
- Create opportunities for students to network directly with leaders in field.
- Check assignments, proctor tests, and provide grades according to university standards.
- Mentor students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Oversee classes of up to 28 students from different departments.
- Maintain atmosphere of academic learning and advancement to facilitate learning and development of critical thinking skills.
Field Reporter
Office of Strategic Communications, California State
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging and fact-checked stories including press releases, media pitches & employee communication.
- Interview guests on specific topics.
- Manage communication-related projects & coordinate with teammates to ensure things are moving forward
- Select creative story ideas of local, national & school interest.
- Write news stories, develop leads and construct headlines.
- Work closely with executive producers to research ideas, set up interviews, & produce compelling government-related news stories regarding CSUSB
- Coordinate & support the development of the department’s strategic initiative plans, together with measurement systems & reports (status updates).
Marketing Executive I
Industrial & General Insurance Company Plc,
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Coordinate the submission of proposals for continuing training grants by the federal government
- Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and elevated sales numbers.
- Manage business growth along with focusing on customer retention, developing business strategies for achieving performance targets
- Provide excellent sales & after-sales services for maximizing sales, consumer satisfaction, & customer retention
- Research sources & relevant advertising opportunities; placing ads in local, regional, or national press, airing ads on radio & television, & distributing a range of marketing materials like posters, flyers, newsletters, e-newsletters, etc, for additional market impact
- Communicate policies, procedures, standards, & methods with the organization
- Interpret policies, rules, & regulations of the organization to new employees
- Respond to inquiries, resolving problems or inquiries
- Review administrative practices & programs & assist in formulating policies.
- Launched marketing activities for new product lines and market penetration.
- Identified target audiences and devised campaigns to match target demographics and optimize results.
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Preserved brand integrity by monitoring consistency and quality of marketing content.
- Developed new branding strategies and marketing collateral to foster business development and achieve revenue targets.
- Planned and executed marketing campaigns to target groups, areas and wider community.
Academic Advisor
MOPADEP Kiddies School
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Facilitate discussions with over 35 students & communicate with students enrolled in their assigned sections through face-to face meetings
- Conduct academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Discuss course content with students using PowerPoints, mini-lectures & quiz strategies
- Promote outreach by presenting to large groups at information sessions within schools
- Participate & contribute to professional development workshops, seminars & conferences that represent MOPADEP Kiddies University
- Encourage academic integrity among students & organize supplementary learning activities to enhance student retention.
- Maintain student database and electronic records for each student contact.
- Educate students on course selection to align with career goals.
Student Academic Director
Mass Communication Department, Bowen University
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Setup, run and maintain all audio, video and lighting for events
- Customer service to over 300 students in a week
- Represent the students of the department in reporting complaints about errors regarding examination timetable, course clash, among others
- Actively involved in the decision-making process regarding academic activities concerning the department
- Research issues, prioritized tasks and work independently with a high degree of confidentiality
- Implement supplementary learning activities for students during tutorials
- Communicate relevant matters to program faculty, department chairs and college deans
- Create complex timelines using Workfront, actively track projects through all stages of creative development as well as deliver projects on time
- Represent the students of the department in reporting complaints about errors regarding examination timetable, course clashing among others
- Participate in key community organizations and attend key community events as determined by the department’s priorities and goals.
- Assisted faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.
- Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
Human Resources Assistant
ARM PENSIONS
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Assist the talent acquisition officer responsible for hiring, training and managing a team of national corporate recruiters including staffing, performance management, coaching and development
- Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Take ownership of our partnership with the leadership team to set strategic direction and execute a variety of Talent Acquisition initiatives focused on improving performance, retention and diversity
- Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems and safety and recreation programs.
- Post positions through approved recruitment channels.
- Filter the application pool and select good fits for interviews.
- Organize new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Deliver friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Screen applicant resumes and coordinate both phone and in-person interviews.
Program Coordinator
National Open University Of Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Establish relationships with over 200 clients using lead nurturing and addressing existing client’s concerns
- Create and present solicitation proposals for consideration according to the donor's interests, propensity to give and giving capacity
- Attend designated University and Institutional Advancement events
- Develop full program plans including milestones, deliverables, resourcing, dependencies, development, escalation and communication
- Effectively and dynamically context switch between the individual task level and high-level program milestones, with the goal of maintaining a consistently up-to-date view that can be conveyed outward
- Maintain marketing content daily using WordPress and Drupal
- Develop and deliver persuasive presentations which include preparation of PowerPoint presentations, data entry and analysis, website development and collation of marketing materials
- Responsible for updating RAIDs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies) log, anchoring, and coordinating RAIDs meetings, updating MS Project plan and supporting project manager.
- Schedule and supervise staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Provide ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Organize and manage program development from conception through successful execution.
- Design program implementation and maintenance plan.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University, San Bernardino(CSUSB)
San Bernardino, CA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication(Integrated Marketing Communications
Bowen University
Iwo, Osun07.2015
Skills
- Adobe Applications
- Analytical skills
- Canvas
- Communication skills
- Conflict Resolution & Time Management
- Managing Reception
- Microsoft Teams
- Social Media
- Strategic Planning and Alignment
- ROI Analysis
- Business Development
- Operations Management
Certification
- Workshop for Global Employability Certification
- Internet and Computer Core Certification- New Horizon
- Microsoft Office
- National Union of Journalist, Nigeria (NUJ).
- Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria
- Internet and Computer Core Certification- New Horizon
Timeline
Academic Coordinator
Chaffey Community College
06.2023 - Current
Academic Coordinator
Victor Valley Community College
08.2022 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer
Department Of Communication Studies, CSUSB
08.2022 - 06.2023
Security Manager
Divine Protection Security
01.2021 - Current
Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant
California, State University, California State University
01.2020 - 05.2022
Graduate Teaching Associate
Communication Studies, California State University
09.2019 - 05.2022
Field Reporter
Office of Strategic Communications, California State
01.2019 - 06.2019
Marketing Executive I
Industrial & General Insurance Company Plc,
11.2016 - 06.2018
Academic Advisor
MOPADEP Kiddies School
08.2015 - 10.2016
Student Academic Director
Mass Communication Department, Bowen University
05.2014 - 07.2015
Human Resources Assistant
ARM PENSIONS
01.2013 - 05.2014
Program Coordinator
National Open University Of Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University, San Bernardino(CSUSB)
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication(Integrated Marketing Communications
Bowen University
- Workshop for Global Employability Certification
- Internet and Computer Core Certification- New Horizon
- Microsoft Office
- National Union of Journalist, Nigeria (NUJ).
- Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria
- Internet and Computer Core Certification- New Horizon
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