BABATOPE ADEFUNMILAYO

Events/Project Coordinator
Nottingham, GB.

About

Highly accomplished and results-driven Event and Project Manager with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in orchestrating high-impact media and broadcasting events. Expertly coordinates complex logistics, manages cross-functional teams, and meticulously liaises with stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless execution and deliver exceptional outcomes. Proven ability to optimize operations, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance project efficiency in dynamic environments.

Work

The Outpouring UK
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Event Coordinator

London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Summary

Currently spearheading event coordination and logistics for The Outpouring UK, managing the end-to-end event lifecycle from planning to post-production review to deliver high-impact experiences.

Highlights

Orchestrated end-to-end event coordination and logistics for multiple large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution from strategic planning to post-production review.

Collaborated extensively with diverse stakeholders, vendors, and service providers to define objectives, negotiate contracts, and secure optimal terms, enhancing event quality and cost-efficiency.

Developed and managed intricate event schedules and timelines, alongside meticulous venue setup and tear-down, consistently ensuring timely transitions and operational efficiency.

Designed and implemented innovative event concepts, themes, and targeted publicity campaigns, significantly enhancing attendee engagement and expanding event reach.

Recruited, trained, and provided hands-on leadership to onsite teams and numerous volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment that optimized performance and ensured smooth event delivery.

Conducted rigorous inspections and comprehensive post-event reviews, identifying key insights and implementing improvements to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and strategic alignment for future events.

SWITCHMUSIC EVENTS & PROMOTIONS
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Events & Project Coordinator

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Managed event and project coordination for SWITCHMUSIC, overseeing operational functions, stakeholder relations, and strategic planning for diverse promotional events.

Highlights

Managed operational functions and ensured timely execution of delegated project roles across diverse events, significantly improving team efficiency and project completion rates.

Facilitated cross-functional brainstorming sessions, generating innovative strategies and creative ideas that enhanced future event appeal and engagement for multiple campaigns.

Developed comprehensive status reports for senior leadership on event planning, risk mitigation, and resource allocation, enabling informed decision-making and strategic project control.

Cultivated strong operational and supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of resources and services for numerous projects and optimizing vendor performance.

Conducted thorough post-production reviews for projects, documenting lessons learned and generating comprehensive reports that informed future strategy and process improvements.

HOUSE ON THE ROCK
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Production/Project Manager

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Led production and project management for House on the Rock, overseeing project initiation, cost management, technical direction, and quality assurance for live recordings and large-scale productions.

Highlights

Spearheaded the development and initiation of multiple complex production projects, meticulously managing costs and monitoring performance to ensure successful delivery within budget.

Consistently delivered all assigned projects on schedule, upholding stringent build quality standards and ensuring 100% workplace safety compliance.

Designed and implemented detailed project plans, phases, and schedules for large-scale productions, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring timely completion.

Provided expert technical and operational direction to resolve complex project challenges, consistently achieving deliverables on or ahead of schedule.

Orchestrated and facilitated numerous stakeholder meetings, mediating discussions on deliverables, schedules, and conflicts to achieve consensus and accelerate project progression.

Directed seamless live recordings and meticulously monitored stage aesthetics, ensuring high-quality broadcast and visual appeal for multiple productions.

Education

Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Basic Journalism Certificate Course

Digital Communications And Media

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago Iwoye, Ogun, Nigeria

Bachelor of Arts

Mass Communications

Languages

English

Certificates

Customer Service Foundation Certificate: Customer Service

Issued By

LinkedIn LEARNING

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Stakeholder Management.

Customer Engagement

Customer Engagement.

Project Documentation and Report Writing

Project Documentation, Report Writing.

Budgeting and Resource Coordination

Budgeting, Resource Coordination.

Event Logistics

Event Logistics.

Vendor Management

Vendor Management.

Team Leadership

Team Leadership.

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning.

Communication

Communication.

Risk Mitigation

Risk Mitigation.

Project Scheduling

Project Scheduling.

Content Development

Content Development.

Live Production

Live Production.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance.

Contract Negotiation

Contract Negotiation.

Publicity & Promotion

Publicity, Promotion.