Oluwaferanmi Bello

Developed key opinion writing skills through expert-led sessions, focusing on op-ed writing, article structuring, and policy simplification.

• Developed advanced opinion writing skills through expert-led sessions, including 'Introduction to Op-ed Writing' and 'Article Structuring and Clarity.'
• Gained expertise in 'Effective Use of Data and Facts in Writing' and 'Simplifying Policy Reports for Opinion Writing and Writing for Liberty.'

Promoted Cowrywise's brand identity, programs, and opportunities to the Obafemi Awolowo University campus community, ensuring effective customer engagement.

• Actively promoted Cowrywise's brand identity and programs to the Obafemi Awolowo University campus community, enhancing brand visibility.
• Ensured effective communication and precise delivery of program information, achieving expected customer engagement.

Chaired editorial meetings, vetting book proposals and ensuring the feasibility and pragmatism of writing projects.

• Chaired editorial meetings for book projects and writing-related works, guiding content development and quality control.
• Evaluated book proposals for feasibility and pragmatism, ensuring alignment with publication standards and market relevance.

Served as the Editor for the Association of Potential Broadcasters (ASPOB), representing the organization within the Guild of Editors at ACJ OAU.

• Represented the Association of Potential Broadcasters (ASPOB) within the Guild of Editors, the main news agency body at Obafemi Awolowo University.
• Contributed to editorial oversight and content strategy, upholding high journalistic standards across campus news agencies.

Led the Association of Potential Broadcasters (ASPOB), transforming it into an award-winning inter-University media organization with significant digital reach.

• Spearheaded the transformation of ASPOB from a nascent organization into an award-winning inter-University multimedia platform, recognized for innovation.
• Secured the 'Most Innovative News Agency' award from the Association of Campus Journalists, validating pioneering efforts in media.
• Published impactful stories that garnered over 60+ individual views, contributing to a total of 1,300+ website views within the first year.

Served as a SIWES intern in the newsroom, curating accurate news stories and transcribing audio clips, ensuring high-quality content production.

• Curated accurate news stories from press releases and charge sheets, ensuring factual and high-quality content production for the newsroom.
• Transcribed audio clips into text, including translating Yoruba audio into English, demonstrating strong linguistic and journalistic skills.

Contributed to writing projects by initiating content writer meetings and structuring book projects.

• Initiated and led content writer meetings to deliberate on the structure, settings, and features of a book project.
• Contributed significantly to the initial phase of writing gigs, shaping foundational elements for multiple content projects.

Completed comprehensive training in free markets, human rights, and Objectivist moral philosophy, applying insights to real-world contexts.

• Completed comprehensive training in free markets, human rights, and Objectivist moral philosophy, exploring Egoism vs. Altruism.
• Analyzed Ayn Rand's Anthem, focusing on themes of individualism and collectivism, and engaged in discussions on economic liberty and self-reliance.
• Networked with like-minded scholars to enhance intellectual and professional growth in pro-freedom advocacy.

Managed a WhatsApp community of nearly 200 students, implementing engagement strategies and fostering interaction.

• Managed and engaged a WhatsApp community of nearly 200 students across Nigeria, fostering a vibrant and interactive environment.
• Implemented successful community engagement initiatives, including 'Monday Motivation,' 'Monday Declaration,' 'Friendly Friday Chat,' and 'Facetime with an idol.'

Enhanced Op-ed and analysis writing skills through a pro-freedom journalism fellowship, publishing an impactful story on education policy.

• Developed advanced pro-freedom and analytical writing skills under the mentorship of renowned industry experts.
• Published a highly impactful story that significantly influenced the discourse and status quo of a national education policy in Nigeria.

Chaired campus team meetings and managed various boards, including membership, volunteer, and events, to ensure operational efficiency and budget approval.

• Chaired campus team meetings, overseeing the strategic direction and operational efficiency for membership, volunteer, and events boards.
• Managed budget rectification and approval processes for all reporting boards, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimized resource allocation.

Acquired elementary and conversational German language skills, including introductions, professional terms, and cultural aspects.

• Learned foundational German language skills, including self-introduction, professional terminology, translation, greetings, and numbers.
• Gained insights into German history and cuisine, enhancing cultural understanding alongside language acquisition.

Gained hands-on experience in news gathering, writing, editing, and newsroom operations, contributing to news packages across various beats.

• Gained practical experience in news gathering, writing, and editing, contributing to diverse news packages across sports, business, and international beats.
• Became the first intern to broadcast live News Updates on television, demonstrating exceptional on-air presence and reporting skills.
• Appeared as a guest on 'Golden Footprint' (August 31, 2024), effectively discussing Nigeria's age-pegging education policy.

Studied Solution Journalism under media experts, gaining insights into impactful reporting strategies.

• Completed intensive training in Solution Journalism, learning from renowned media experts like Hugo Balta and Steve MacLaughlin.
• Acquired advanced techniques in identifying, researching, and reporting on solutions-focused narratives to drive positive societal change.

Served as an Election Observer and Monitor for the Great Ife Students' Union Elections, ensuring the integrity and transparency of the democratic process.

• Monitored voting activities across key polling units at Obafemi Awolowo University during the 2024 and 2025 Students' Union Elections, covering multiple faculties.
• Verified procedural compliance and fostered transparency, contributing to a free, fair, and credible electoral process.
• Strengthened trust and accountability within the university community through diligent observation and reporting.

Coordinated a three-day digital skills training, serving as the primary liaison and facilitating seamless communication and participant welfare.

• Successfully moderated a three-day, five-hour digital skills training for church workers and leaders, ensuring a structured and engaging program.
• Served as the primary liaison between the Ministry and participants, providing essential information, support, and clarification to over 100 attendees.
• Coordinated session instructors and ministers, ensuring their availability and stepping in to facilitate sessions, enhancing digital skills and community engagement.

Managed volunteer operations for a six-day Gospel Conference across two Nigerian states, ensuring welfare, executing plans, and coordinating activities.

• Managed volunteer operations across six days of administrative work for the Gospel Conference in Akunnu-Akoko, Ondo State, and Gbongan, Osun State.
• Ensured the welfare of over 50 volunteers and team members, collaborating closely with the Ministry's Team Lead and Global Director of Administrations.
• Executed plans and coordinated activities, ensuring seamless operations and successful outreach events for the conference.

Collaborated with the ACJOAU Electoral Committee to deliver timely updates on the electioneering process, ensuring a free, fair, and transparent election.

• Collaborated with the Electoral Committee Chairman to deliver timely updates on the electioneering process for the 2023/2024 academic session.
• Managed communication for form sales, debate, and manifesto night, and the election, engaging over 1,000 students.
• Supported the committee in ensuring a free, fair, and transparent election, culminating in a successful handover to elected executives.

Directed a 3-minute, 46-second documentary for the Obafemi Awolowo University's 48th Convocation Ceremony, overseeing production and ensuring effective storytelling.

Managed continuity for a 50-minute film, ensuring consistency in production details and supporting seamless narrative flow.

Recognized as a finalist for 'Most Promising Writer,' highlighting exceptional writing talent and potential.

Recognized for leading the Association of Potential Broadcasters (ASPOB) to achieve the 'Most Innovative News Agency' award during my presidency.