Ademola Adefolami
@ademolaadefolami
I curate African cultural projects, build partnerships, and create narratives that grow audiences.
What I'm looking for
At OlongoAfrica, I secured 11 licensing agreements with US and European universities for Ebrohimie Road: A Museum of Memory, increasing revenue by 45% in nine months. I also curated more than 21 screenings across Nigeria and the United States to expand the visibility of African narratives.
I've led literary festivals, cultural campaigns, and content teams at Quramo Publishing, Ouida Books, Sterling Bank, and Folio Nigeria. My work has tripled festival audiences, increased book sales by 40%, and helped secure coverage with CNN, BBC Africa, and CNN Africa.
I bring eight years of program management, literary curation, cultural administration, storytelling, and teaching experience, including teaching more than 100 students at Kansas State University.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Program Manager
OlongoAfrica
Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Secured partnerships with US and European universities for Ebrohimie Road: A Museum of Memory, resulting in 11 licensing agreements and a 45% revenue increase in 9 months. Curated over 21 screenings across multiple cities and oversaw cross-border collaborations.
Freelance AI Tutor
LingTec.AI
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Labeled over 10,000 datasets with 98% accuracy and boosted annotation team output by 30%. Maintained detailed records of labeling processes to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Kansas State University
Aug 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 9 months)
Taught over 100 students with a 97% departmental rating. Co-led workshop series that culminated in students' final essays and gained hands-on library and resource management experience.
Nonfiction Reader
Touchstone Magazine
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Reviewed and assessed submissions in line with the magazine's editorial vision.
Content Writer
Sterling Bank PLC
Dec 2021 - Aug 2022 (8 months)
Increased engagement by 20% and conversions by 35% through content. Simplified complex financial concepts for broad audiences.
Staff Writer
Folio Nigeria
Mar 2021 - May 2021 (2 months)
Published over 25 features, one leading to a CNN Africa partnership. Expanded the publication's digital presence by 15% followers.
Content Strategist
Quramo Publishing Limited
Jul 2020 - Jan 2021 (6 months)
Co-curated the 2020 Quramo Festival of Words, tripling audience size. Managed a 12-member content team and delivered major campaigns.
Marketing Manager
Ouida Books
Mar 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 10 months)
Boosted book sales by 40% with over 15 campaigns. Secured 20+ book distribution partnerships across Africa and organized 10+ author tours, managing PR with CNN and BBC Africa.
Administrative Assistant
Lagos Theatre Festival
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Supported festival directors with logistics, campaigns, and office administration.
Bookstore Manager
Ake Arts and Book Festival
Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)
Oversaw book inventory, orders, and retail services at the festival.
Festival Assistant
Lagos Books and Arts Festival
Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)
Assisted with communications, marketing, and event reports.
Public Relations Executive
WNT Capitas
Apr 2017 - Nov 2017 (7 months)
Generated a 60% rise in media mentions for Lafarge Africa Plc. Delivered coverage across 15+ Nigerian publications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, English
2022 - 2024
Pursued a Master of Arts in English, focusing on advanced literary studies and research.
Lagos State University
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre Arts
2010 - 2014
Grade: Second Class Upper
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts with Second Class Upper honors.
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