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I’m Chris Olaniran, a multimedia content specialist passionate about creating engaging visual stories that captivate audiences. With a background in photography, videography, graphic design, and digital content strategy, I enjoy crafting compelling content across social media and digital platforms. I thrive on using data-driven insights to grow audiences and telling stories that resonate.
I currently work as a Digital Content Producer at CBS News Baltimore, where I cover major events and develop social media strategies that boost engagement. I’m also skilled in front-end web development and have collaborated with city offices to enhance community outreach online. I’m always eager to learn and share knowledge, having trained interns and worked in various media environments to refine my craft.
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Work Experience
Front-End Web Developer (Contract) at Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Male Engagement
July 1, 2024 - PresentDeveloped a new custom WordPress site for MOAMME, enhancing user experience and mobile accessibility. Collaborated with city stakeholders through MOAMME management to align website with community outreach goals. Improved website functionality, supporting increased community engagement and interaction. Utilized front-end development and design skills to deliver a modern, responsive design tailored to MOAMME's needs. Provide ongoing website maintenance as needed.
Front-End Web Developer (Contract) at Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Male Engagement
July 1, 2024 - PresentDeveloped a new custom WordPress site for MOAMME, enhancing user experience and mobile accessibility. Collaborated with city stakeholders through MOAMME management to align website with community outreach goals. Improved website functionality, supporting increased community engagement and interaction. Utilized front-end development and design skills to deliver a modern, responsive design tailored to MOAMME's needs. Provide ongoing website maintenance as needed.
Digital Content Producer (Freelance) at Lee-Com Media Services LLC.
November 30, 2022 - July 15, 2025Managed brand identity and created visual assets for clients, ensuring consistency. Assisted in production for Your Attention Please on HULU. Designed graphics for high-profile brands across channels. Provided website management, including content updates.
Digital Content Producer (Freelance) at Lee-Com Media Services LLC.
November 30, 2022 - July 15, 2025Managed brand identity and created visual assets for clients, ensuring consistency. Assisted in production for Your Attention Please on HULU. Designed graphics for high-profile brands across channels. Provided website management, including content updates.
Digital Content Producer at CBS News Baltimore, WJZ-TV
November 1, 2022 - PresentCurated, shot, and produced high-quality visual content for digital and social platforms, covering major events including the Baltimore AFRAM Festival and Baltimore Orioles Opening Day. Provided photography and videography for station-sponsored events. Wrote SEO-driven articles (5-7 stories per day) covering politics, consumer economics, crime, health, and breaking news. Developed data-backed social media content strategies, increasing audience engagement and digital reach. Created standardized graphic templates for social platforms, improving visual consistency across CBS Baltimore’s digital presence. Trained multiple interns in multimedia content creation and digital storytelling.
Digital Content Producer at CBS News Baltimore, WJZ-TV
November 1, 2022 - PresentCurated, shot, and produced high-quality visual content for digital and social platforms, covering major events including the Baltimore AFRAM Festival and Baltimore Orioles Opening Day. Provided photography and videography for station sponsored events. Wrote SEO-driven articles covering politics, consumer economics, crime, health, and breaking news. Developed data-backed social media content strategies, increasing audience engagement and digital reach. Created standardized graphic templates for social platforms, improving visual consistency across CBS Baltimore’s digital presence. Trained multiple interns in multimedia content creation and digital storytelling.
Promotions & Social Media Coordinator at WMAR-TV (ABC Networks)
October 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025Led the end-to-end planning and execution of social media campaigns. Developed original content ideas for WMAR’s social media, aligning with news coverage and audience trends. Produced and edited video content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro. Designed campaign-specific social media graphics using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Canva. Analyzed performance metrics to refine content strategy and boost platform engagement. Partnered with local organizations to create impactful branded content. Provided live social media coverage for station-sponsored events.
Promotions & Social Media Coordinator at WMAR-TV (ABC Networks)
October 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025Led the end-to-end planning and execution of social media campaigns. Developed original content ideas for WMAR’s social media, aligning with news coverage and audience trends. Produced and edited video content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro. Designed campaign-specific social media graphics using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Canva. Analyzed performance metrics to refine content strategy and boost platform engagement. Partnered with local organizations to create impactful branded content. Provided live social media coverage for station sponsored events.
Freelance Copywriting Consultant (Contract) at Motimatic LLC.
August 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025Developed compelling social content, increasing user engagement. Leveraged behavioral science for content strategy. Collaborated with design teams for promotional success.
Freelance Copywriting Consultant (Contract) at Motimatic LLC.
August 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025Developed compelling social content, increasing user engagement. Leveraged behavioral science for content strategy. Collaborated with design teams for promotional success.
Communications Intern at Copyright Alliance
August 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025Curated social media analytics to refine ad strategies. Enhanced UX through website audits. Created responsive wireframes, elevating engagement. Facilitated research for stakeholder identification.
Communications Intern at Copyright Alliance
August 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025Curated social media analytics to refine ad strategies. Enhanced UX through website audits. Created responsive wireframes, elevating engagement. Facilitated research for stakeholder identification.
I.T. & Marketing Assistant / Student Event Coordinator at Towson University
May 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025Provided photography and videography services for campus events and faculty portraits. Created over 200 marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite. Managed digital media assets and collaborated with student organizations on campus-wide events.
I.T. & Marketing Assistant / Student Event Coordinator at Towson University
May 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025Provided photography and videography services for campus events and faculty portraits. Created over 200 marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite. Managed digital media assets and collaborated with student organizations on campus-wide events.
Education
M.A. at Notre Dame of Maryland University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021B.S. at Towson University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018M.A. Contemporary Communications at Notre Dame of Maryland University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020B.S. Communications Studies at Towson University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018Qualifications
Brother, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025Digital Media Chair, Baltimore Association of Black Journalists
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025Member, National Association of Black Journalists, Young Black Journalists Task Force
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025NABJ Convention 2025 Panelist - Video Production for the Web
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Brother, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025Digital Media Chair, Baltimore Association of Black Journalists
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025Member, National Association of Black Journalists, Young Black Journalists Task Force
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025NABJ Convention 2025 Panelist - Video Production for the Web
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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