Fabian Todd
St. Michael,Bridgetown
Summary
To leverage my expertise in Mass Communication, Public Relations, and Information Technology to drive impactful initiatives and contribute effectively to the success of your organization, while addressing any areas of development to deliver exceptional results and exceed expectations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Tutor - Mass Communication, Digital Production Tools
Barbados Community College
2002 - Current
- Radio Broadcast & Production studio attendant
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Established positive relationships with students, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Conducted regular evaluations of curriculum materials, making recommendations for updates or revisions as needed to maintain relevance in today's rapidly changing world.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
Production Assistant/Reporter
Caribbean News Agency (CANA)
- Gathering and editing daily news from Barbados and the Caribbean
- Conducted interviews with newsmakers for news and feature programs.
- Supported on-time project completion by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workflow.
- Developed positive relationships with local and regional correspondents, optimizing collaboration and quality of content received.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various production roles as needed, enhancing versatility within the team.
- Created and distributed radio programs to local media outlets.
Public Relations Officer
National HIV/AIDS Commission Barbados
01.2007 - Current
- Facilitate a harmonious relationship between the Commission and the media
- Assist with creating and facilitating the production of the Commission's information, education, communication and advertising material in collaboration with the Government Information Service and other entities
- Assist with the creating and producing of television programmes related to HIV/AIDS
- Assist with the coordination and promotion of HIV awareness during community events and festivals
- Secure sponsorship for the Commission's campaigns
- Coordinate press features and advertorials
- Prepare monthly progress reports relating to the PRO portfolio
- Draft ministerial speeches on matters relating to the HIV/AIDS programme
- Coordinate the design and sourcing of promotional materials for the Commission's campaigns
- Monitor and sustain the Commission's corporate image
- Monitor and sustain the Commission's social media avenues and website.
- Managed crisis communications effectively, mitigating potential damage to the Commission's image.
- Increased brand awareness with targeted PR initiatives, collaborating
- Organized successful press events, ensuring maximum exposure for campaign launches and major announcements.
- Achieved positive media placements by writing compelling press releases and articles.
- Helped with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
Assistant Information Officer / Webmaster - Radio/Television/Press
Barbados Government Information Service
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Prepare press releases/features/projects on a weekly basis
- Produce radio/television programmes as warranted
- Coordinate and execute media/public relations events as warranted by assigned Government Ministries
- Monitor and assess public opinion on matters pertaining to assigned Government Ministries
- Cover assigned Government Ministries events on a weekly basis
- Produce public service announcements using television and radio as warranted
- Prepare and execute public relations strategies and programmes for assigned ministries on a quarterly basis
- Upload, retrieve, update and archive all content on the BGIS website.
- Managed website content updates to ensure accurate and up-to-date information was available to the public at all times.
- Supported crisis communications efforts by coordinating timely responses to media inquiries and crafting appropriate messaging.
- Developed strong relationships with media houses to enhance positive coverage of news and events.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines.
News Reporter
Starcom Network Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Collect, write, edit and present news-copy
- Produce News Features
- Produce special programmes and promotional items
- Assist with Computer Network troubleshooting, Hardware & Software.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Demonstrated versatility as a reporter covering diverse topics such as crime, education, politics, finance, culture, and human interest stories.
- Improved public relations by attending community events and engaging with members of the public while gathering information for stories.
- Supported fellow reporters working on assignments or complex stories through collaboration and sharing of resources when needed.
- Achieved recognition within the industry through nominations and awards for outstanding reporting.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership for Sustainable Development -
University of The West Indies (Open Campus) & State University of New York
01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of The West Indies
09.2007
Associate of Arts - Mass Communication
Barbados Community College
09.2001
CXC General Proficiency Grade 2 -
Barbados O’ Level Institute
01.1995
CXC General Proficiency Grade 2 -
The Lodge School
01.1993
Skills
- Information Technology
- Video production (PC & Mac)
- Digital Audio Editing
- Social Media productions
- Photography
- Desktop publishing
- Radio Production
- Event Planning
- Distance running
- Chess
Application Details
hrapplications@centralbank.org.bb, April 5, 2024
References
- Mr. Travis Mitchell, Head of Office (a.i), United Nations Resident Coordinator, +447718124544
- Mr. Marc Harripersaud, Managing Director, UBS Investment Bank, 238 Rowans Park St. George, Marc-m.harripersaud@ubs.com, 824-9845
- Dr. Jacqueline Wiltshire, Retired Director, National HIV/AIDS Commission, Warrens Office Complex, Warrens, St. Michael, 8361656, jacqueline.wiltshire@barbados.gov.bb
- Mrs Wendy Cox, Senior Tutor (ag), Division of General And Continuing Education, “Eyrie”, Howell’s Cross Road, St. Michael, BB 11058,WI, (246) 426-2858 Ext 5285, Wendy.cox@bcc.edu.bb
- Miss Nicole Drakes, Deputy Director (ag), National HIV/AIDS Commission, Warrens Office Complex, Warrens, St. Michael, 535-1681, NicoleV.drakes@barbados.gov.bb
Timeline
Public Relations Officer
National HIV/AIDS Commission Barbados
01.2007 - Current
Assistant Information Officer / Webmaster - Radio/Television/Press
Barbados Government Information Service
01.2004 - 01.2007
News Reporter
Starcom Network Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2004
Part-time Tutor - Mass Communication, Digital Production Tools
Barbados Community College
2002 - Current
Production Assistant/Reporter
Caribbean News Agency (CANA)
Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership for Sustainable Development -
University of The West Indies (Open Campus) & State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of The West Indies
Associate of Arts - Mass Communication
Barbados Community College
CXC General Proficiency Grade 2 -
Barbados O’ Level Institute
CXC General Proficiency Grade 2 -
The Lodge School
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