Fun, witty and Innovative radio host/producer with several years of experience working to create interesting, entertaining, and informative contents on radio, several websites as well as my social media space with over 150,000 followers (@blacksatino on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter). Adept at researching new topics, engaging audiences, and promoting ideas, knowledge, brands, and missions. Bringing forth a love of writing, combined with extraordinary networking skills and a desire to connect with others through speaking.
Education: Master of Science, Project Planning and Management, In View
University of Bradford, West Yorkshire
Master of Science, International Relations & Personnel Management, 2016
University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Bachelor of Science, Home and Food Science, 2012
University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Experience:
Radio Host & Studio Manager, RAM AIR RADIO, University of Bradford, Jan 2022 - Present
- Revamped Ram air radio up and running after being shut down since 2019 because of the pandemic. The studio was shut down as there was pandemic and no volunteers.
- Host interview sections with Staffs and Students of the University
- Edit audios from the podcast
- Edit Videos from the interviews
- Produce all shows on the radio
- Edit show excerpt on social media
- Produces and host the popular show ‘Lets get talking with Blacksatino’
- Host the news segment.
- Held auditions to get the qualified host of other shows.
Arts and Engagement Ambassador, Theatre in Mill, University of Bradford, Jan 2022 - Present
- Produce, Script shows to be played in the theater
- Creates contents on the social media page
- Encourage students and visitors about the School theatre
- Take guests on tour whenever they visit the theater
- Posts and engage with followers on the social media page
Radio show Presenter/Producer, Wfm 91.7 (First and Only Radio Station in Africa for Girls/Women and their family), 2016 – 2021
- Hosted the biggest gender equality show ‘PANORAMA’ A show dedicated to address all forms of gender violence
- Produced the show ‘Our Culture’ A show that showcases our different cultures in Africa
- Hosted Vox pops on several topics posted on our social media platforms
- Increased wfm917 social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook and twitter)
Radio show Presenter/Producer, BEAT 99.9Fm, Lagos, Nigeria, 2014 – 2016
- Produced and Presented the Late-Night Show
- Hosted Several Vox pops played on entertainment news
- Produced and reported events for the station
Content Creator, Punch Newspaper, Lagos, Nigeria, 2013 – 2014
- Edited and proofread written pieces before publication
- Conducted keyword research and use SEO guidelines to optimize content
- Promoted content on social networks and monitor engagement (e.g. comments and shares)
- Identified customers’ needs and recommend new topics
- Coordinated with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles
- Worked with marketing operations team to measure web traffic to content, as well as leverage data to determine overall effectiveness of created content
Online Manager, Youth Corp Member, Girl Child Concerns, Abuja, Nigeria, 2012 – 2013
- Worked within an established design framework as well as comfort in challenging ii
- Identified and executed contents from start to finish on a daily basis.
- Worked with social media platform experts to ensure work is on-brand, on-strategy, and within legal limitations
- Researched industry-related topics
- Prepared well-structured drafts using digital publishing platforms
- Created and distributed marketing copy about our company and products
- Interviewed industry professionals and incorporate their views in blog posts, articles.
Social Media Manager, Topmas Links Nigeria Limited, 2006 – 2008
- Created Facebook and Instagram content for each social media site.
- Researched, wrote, and edited content for Topmas's Facebook and Twitter Page.
- Managed, researched, and wrote articles on Topmas Limited websites
- Managed and scheduled all production for online commercial broadcast streams.
- Submit events to the online calendar.
Professional Affiliations:
- Certified On Air Personality Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria
- Diploma in Public Relations Institute of Public Relations in Nigeria
- Black Girl Child Care Initiative Awards and Recognition
- Certified Content Writer Guild of Professional Bloggers in Nigeria
- Certified Project Manager International Project Management Professional
- Vice President of The Home University of Ilorin
And Food Science Department
Radio/Tv Appearances:
Blacksatino Chats With Member of Parliament Lloyd Russell Moyle About His Journey
Lord Mayor of Bradford; Martin Love Chats With Blacksatino
Blacksatino Chats With University of Bradford New Chancellor Tv/Radio Star Anita Rani!!!
Blacksatino With Mehmood Ali on Anti-Racism Campaign Discussion with #Bradford12 Tariq Mehmood Ali
Cllr David Green Chats With Blacksatino About Local Politics
Blacksatino Chats With Cllr Alex Ross-Shaw
Blacksatino Has A New Youtube Channel.. Watch
Volunteering:
I am currently the Online Presenter For These Brands In The Uk And Nigeria i.e. I Host Their Talk Shows Online And Handle Their Social Media Pages (Instagram/Youtube)
Kicc Christian Centre Uk, Wealthmasterclass Uk, Tedbree Limited Uk, Unwndbyoriki Nigeria, Mydigitalbooth Africa, Tech1million Uk
Awards:
Radio/Tv Presenter, Hosting the Blog on radio on women radio (wfm 91.7),
https://www.nairaland.com/2873344/blacksatino.com-nominated-blog-website-year
https://editor.guardian.ng/features/my-dream-is-to-become-the-best-oap-in-africa-blacksatino/
Winner of 2018 Best Blog in Nigeria and Several award Nominations in Nigeria media industry including Exquisite magazine Lady of the Year Awards,
https://guardian.ng/life/events/full-list-of-nominees-for-the-2017-eloy-awards/
MAYA Awards, Nigerian Broadcast Merit Awards, Winner of 2019 OAP of the year MAYA Awards
Broadcasters of Nigeria’s Best Show on Radio 2020
Honours:
Letter of Commendation as a DKF, by Mrs. F. Ifon, the State Coordinator,
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Abuja, Nigeria in 2012
Emerging Leadership Program by YALI (RLC), West Africa, Accra,
Ghana in 2021
University of Bradford Student Radio Presenter 2022
One Young World Conference Manchester, UK (Volunteering) in 2022
Quakers and University of Bradford scholarship to Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland in 2022
Publications:
https://independent.ng/there-is-no-hope-for-upcoming-artists-in-nigeria-blacksatino/
https://editor.guardian.ng/features/my-dream-is-to-become-the-best-oap-in-africa-blacksatino/
https://www.sunnewsonline.com/how-i-ventured-into-media-practice-akinyemi-cynthia-anuoluwapo/
https://punchng.com/10-things-a-girl-child-needs-to-thrive/
https://olorisupergal.com/184354/blacksatino-launches-new-radio-show-blog-radio-wfm-91-7/
https://pmexpressng.com/nigerian-media-practitioner-akinyemi-cynthia-anuoluwapo-shares-her-interesting-story/
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2022/11/22/media-practitioner-anuoluwapo-shares-her-story/
https://independent.ng/naijas-leading-ladies-blacksatino-on-her-media-journey/
https://pmexpressng.com/nigerian-media-practitioner-akinyemi-cynthia-anuoluwapo-shares-her-story-about-learning-blogging-at-18/
https://www.newtelegraphng.com/attending-frcn-classes-really-helped-me-to-build-my-career-on-radio-blacksatino/
https://dailytimesng.com/oap-cynthia-akinyemi-aka-blacksatino-has-released-her-familys-christmas-photo/
https://independent.ng/blogging-can-be-done-professionally-decently-without-bullying-blackmail-extortion-blacksatino/
https://guardian.ng/features/we-started-blacksatino-media-to-give-upcoming-artists-and-sme-brand-visibility-without-breaking-the-bank-cynthia-akinyemi/
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2022/11/22/media-practitioner-anuoluwapo-shares-her-story/
https://pmexpressng.com/nigerian-media-practitioner-akinyemi-cynthia-anuoluwapo-shares-her-story-about-learning-blogging-at-18/
CSR Projects:
Blacksatino founded Black Girl Child Care Initiative with the goal of addressing the everyday need of a girl child
https://championnews.com.ng/?p=247784
https://punchng.com/10-things-a-girl-child-needs-to-thrive/
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/01/black-girl-child-care-educates-girls-on-hygiene/
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/12/dancing-bgcci-demonstrates-how-girls-can-have-fun-while-engaging-in-exercises/
https://independent.ng/girl-child-wellness-bgcci-organizes-dance-work-out-distributes-sanitary-towels-energy-drinks-to-secondary-school-girls-in-lagos/
https://dailytimesng.com/health-and-fitness-bgcci-organizes-a-dance-workout-session-for-girls-of-ikeja-junior-high-school/
https://www.newtelegraphng.com/black-girl-child-care-initiativebgcci-organizes-work-out-sessions-for-the-girls-of-ikeja-junior/
Matchmakeusng, a Matchmaker Family For Nigerians Friends/Love/Date/Marriage
Single, Divorced, Single-Parent, Widowed. Black Girl Child Care Initiative
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