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Hi, I’m Dr James Oni. I lead large-scale multimedia storytelling programs and digital content ecosystems, helping brands connect with audiences through cohesive narratives, high-quality assets, and immersive experiences. I enjoy building collaborative teams, aligning creative and technical workstreams, and delivering high-frequency releases on schedule.
With a background spanning defence, government, and public sector, I bring strong governance, risk control, and stakeholder engagement. I’m passionate about narrative continuity, audience understanding, and leveraging AI-enabled design to scale impact while maintaining brand integrity.
Experience Level
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Senior Project Reviewer and Independent Readiness Assurance Member at Bola Rinde Project Management Consulting Ltd via KPMG LLP ESDC
February 1, 2025 - November 25, 2025Directed narrative-based readiness reviews ensuring consistency across multiple content streams; governed alignment of creative and technical workflows; produced executive dashboards for structured release cycles; coordinated cross-functional teams; led evaluation and validation of content quality and storytelling integrity; prepared audience impact summaries for public-facing releases.
Senior Consultant Curriculum Developer and Trainer at Bola Rinde Project Management Consultancy
December 1, 2024 - November 25, 2025Designed narrative-driven learning content with consistent visual structure; delivered high-cadence content development programs; facilitated coaching on storytelling, audience adaptation, and tone; developed modular episodic content and case studies; supported modern digital creation practices including cloud tools and new media workflows.
Senior Project Manager, Maritime Equipment Program Management at Department of National Defence
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025Directed structured delivery cycles across multi-chapter programs with thematic identity and audience immersion; conducted stakeholder engagement using scenario-based storytelling; led workshops mirroring writers rooms; defined brand bibles and style guides; coordinated art direction, production assets, and delivery timelines; ensured creative integrity across streams.
Senior Project Operations Manager at Bola Rinde Project Management Consultancy Ltd Federal Programs
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Directed national engagement initiatives using multimedia-driven communication; delivered over thirty-five sessions with strong narrative framing and message consistency; coordinated training content creation; managed identity verification workflows; aligned messaging across diverse user communities; produced audience readiness materials.
Senior Project Manager CAD and Emergency Response at Provincial Public Safety and Health System Modernization
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023Led development of digital learning and communication content; delivered e-learning and narrative scenario content; developed readiness dashboards and coordinated daily iterative improvements in a large-scale, agile multimedia production environment.
Senior Project Manager and Senior Officer at Canadian Security Intelligence Service
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Delivered user-journey based storytelling for confidential environments; designed secure narrative assets; facilitated workshops to ensure alignment with shared creative intent; managed feedback cycles and narrative transitions across user groups.
Project Manager at Global Affairs Canada
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022Managed digital content adoption for global audiences; delivered multilingual storytelling assets; coordinated cross-platform workflows and regional content resonance; produced performance indicators linked to audience readiness.
Senior Consultant at Department of National Defence, DASPMS
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022Delivered Defence 365-like implementation with daily content streams; facilitated multiple workshops; managed cross-command communications requiring coherent narrative structures and synchronized messaging; produced adoption materials.
Senior Project Manager ICS IMS at Canadian Coast Guard Department of Fisheries and Oceans
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Delivered visual instructional content for training; coordinated production across fifteen operational centers; developed scripted instructional materials; delivered national-level content rollout and ensured consistent brand experience for operational users.
Senior Special Advisor at Royal Canadian Navy STORM Projects
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Designed narrative playbooks for immersive world-building; coordinated multimedia medical simulation content; facilitated creative training production across multiple bases; supported SharePoint and MS 365 integration; managed operation-specific storytelling.
Senior Project Manager at Navy In Service Support Transformation DNS
April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020Led change narratives across multimedia content worlds; mapped capability storylines across ship classes; conducted workshops similar to writers rooms for updates; designed digital asset packages and job aids; managed content performance reporting.
Senior Project Manager at Public Services and Procurement Canada
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016Directed digital asset migration; delivered change narratives and cohesive user journeys; produced training materials with consistent narrative tone; ensured governance and style guideline alignment; facilitated audience transitions to updated content platforms.
Project Executive Level Three at Elections Canada
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016Directed content modernization and narrative alignment for financial systems; produced storyline documentation with quality control; managed vendor oversight and release governance for public-facing materials; supported multi-team alignment to narrative goals.
Senior Project Manager at Health Canada
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016Led clinical storytelling workflows; produced visual content for training and clinical operations; delivered multi-site content rollout with performance reporting and ensured message consistency across clinical environments.
Senior Advisor at Queens University Information Technology Services Transformation
July 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018Conducted story-driven modernization planning; facilitated writer-room style consultations; produced governance content with coherent storyline structure; provided narrative guidance across academic departments.
Senior Project Manager Dispatch Management System at Royal Canadian Mounted Police
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015Led nationwide messaging upgrades and continuous information flow; managed multi-jurisdictional audiences; delivered training content and coordinated release cycles for public-facing materials.
Senior IT Project Manager at Ontario Government Health Services Cluster
April 1, 2014 - April 1, 2014Delivered change narratives across ministries; produced user training content with consistent voice; managed SDLC content lifecycle governance; designed multimedia-ready workflows for public health operations.
Senior Project Manager at Northwestel Inc
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Led project management initiatives across communications and technology initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
Senior Project Manager at Shell Petroleum Development Company
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Managed large-scale projects within oil and gas sector, focusing on delivery, risk, and stakeholder engagement.
Education
PhD in Information Technology at Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025MSc Digital Communication at Kent University
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Postgraduate Diploma Telecom Management at University of Essex
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Executive MBA at University of Fredericton
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Qualifications
PMP Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025PRINCE2 Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025SAFe Scrum Master Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Cambridge/Marketing or other listed certification
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet
Experience Level
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