David Afolayan
@davidafolayan
Aspiring sports journalist specializing in multimedia storytelling across boxing, basketball, and athletics.
What I'm looking for
I am an aspiring sports journalist studying Sports Journalism at Birmingham City University, focused on creating authentic multimedia content and compelling sports narratives across boxing, basketball, and athletics.
I have hands-on experience as a content creator and researcher, producing videos for YouTube, writing and publishing articles, and developing editing skills with tools like CapCut and Adobe Audition.
I bring strong interviewing, communication, and public-speaking skills, a growing portfolio from university and volunteer programs, and a dedication to informing and entertaining diverse audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Content Creator
PressPeak
Aug 2025 - Present (2 months)
Produced compelling short-form video content and coordinated with other creators, improving editing proficiency and audience-facing confidence across YouTube and platform reels.
Journalist Writer/Researcher
Dominion Financial Review
Jul 2025 - Aug 2025 (1 month)
Researched and wrote published articles, strengthening investigative research, writing, and collaboration with editorial teams during a short-term placement.
Brand Ambassador
Antzara Organisation
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Represented the organisation in outreach activities, developing interpersonal and public-speaking skills through mentor-led guidance and direct engagement with new audiences.
Sports Coaching Participant
Speakers for Schools
May 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Completed a virtual sports coaching workshop, gained practical coaching insights, and received a Speakers for Schools coaching certificate while enhancing communication and approachability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Birmingham City University
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Sports Journalism
2023 -
Pursuing a BA (Hons) Sports Journalism degree with practical training in digital content, commentary, and multimedia storytelling.
Cola Sixth Form
BTEC Extended Diploma, Sports
2021 - 2023
Completed a BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports covering practical and theoretical aspects of sports performance and coaching.
Rokeby Secondary School
GCSEs, General Secondary Education
2016 - 2021
Secondary education culminating in GCSE qualifications across a range of subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Portfolio
youtube.comJob categories
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