LARRY SYLVESTER
@larrysylvester
Digital specialist with expertise in filmmaking and journalism.
What I'm looking for
With over nine years of experience in filmmaking, I have honed my skills in screenwriting, directing, and film marketing. My journey began in the creative arts, which led me to broadcast journalism and a significant role as a Digital Research Associate with Facebook. This unique blend of experiences has fueled my passion for the digital space, where I thrive on creating impactful content.
Currently, I serve as a Marketing Manager at Deltar Properties Limited, where I oversee social media management, content creation, and website optimization. My role involves implementing innovative marketing strategies that engage audiences both online and offline. I am dedicated to leveraging technology to drive creative solutions and enhance brand visibility.
I am actively seeking opportunities that challenge my creativity and allow me to work in tech-driven environments. My goal is to contribute to projects that not only resonate with audiences but also push the boundaries of digital storytelling.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Marketing Manager
Deltar Properties Limited
Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Managed and supervised all social media platforms, overseeing content creation for both online and offline marketing campaigns. Implemented marketing strategies, including in-house efforts and collaborations with KOLs and media partners.
Video Content Supervisor
Transsion Holdings
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Managed a content team of writers, graphic designers, and videographers. Formulated cross-platform content strategies by managing and tracking web analytics, and managed content across all platforms including email and social media.
Digital Content Associate
Kenyans.co.ke, Boxraft Ltd
Jul 2020 - Present (5 years)
Produced news feature stories and repurposed content for various media platforms. Monitored video content on the company's site and video coverage for client and in-house productions.
Research Associate
Aga Khan University (GSMC)
Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 1 month)
Conducted research into human interest stories and produced captivating videos using mobile devices to generate conversations on socio-economic issues. Created and monitored content on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Content Developer
Creatives Garage
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Networked, shared ideas, collaborated, learned, gained market accessibility, and pushed boundaries in the creative scene. Developed content for various creative projects.
Broadcast Journalist
Talanta Institute
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Oversaw the timely production and airing of content on their live digital platforms. Worked for a technical and vocational training center.
Co-founder
Horror Fan Club Kenya
Aug 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Founded a community-based organization and oversaw daily operations, project curation, and stakeholder management. Built a community around shared interests.
Talent/Asst. Media Operations
Jesuit Hakimani Organization
Jun 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Worked at a Non-Governmental Organization that deals with humanitarian work as part of their media/art program. Assisted with media operations and talent management.
Sale Representative
Safaricom/Ipay
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 6 months)
Marketed the PayBill initiative to individuals, companies, and SMEs to meet daily sales quotas. Focused on business development and client acquisition.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Postdam University
Cert. Lexicology and Morphosyntax, Lexicology and Morphosyntax
Studied every feature of a word – including formation, spelling, origin, usage, and definition as well as the system of the internal structure of words and the way in which words are put together to form phrases and sentences.
Kenyatta University
BA Film Technology and Theatre Arts, Film Technology and Theatre Arts
Dealt with various theoretical, technical, and critical approaches to cinema and theatre as an art form and its various mediums within the visual arts space.
Harvard X University
Cert. Digital Humanities, Digital Humanities
Studied the systematic use of digital resources in the humanities, as well as the analysis of their application that involved collaborative, transdisciplinary, and computationally engaged research, teaching, and publishing.
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