Emmanuel Ogunleye

Experienced editorial and publishing professional with a background in book editing, publishing, content development, educational publishing, writing, proofreading and book marketing. A Mass Communication graduate with practical experience working across the publishing workflow, from manuscript development and structural editing to proofreading, production coordination, publication and marketing. Experienced in working with authors, educators and organizations to develop clear, accurate and reader-focused content.

Strong understanding of editorial standards, quality control, content planning and publishing processes. Experienced in independently managing projects, coordinating external production partners. Comfortable working in remote and deadline-driven environments, managing multiple assignments and maintain high standards of accuracy and consistency.

Seeking remote opportunities with international publishing companies, education companies, media organizations, content agencies and digital content businesses.

Editorial Consultant / Book Editor - Self-Employed / Independent Editorial Practice - Ibadan, Nigeria

(2023-06)

• Provide editorial consulting services to authors, educators and prospective publishers
• Edit and proofread books, educational materials, manuscripts, and other publications for accuracy, clarity, grammar, structure, and consistency
• Review written content and identify errors in language, facts, oragnisation, and presentation
• Work with authors to improve manuscripts while preserving their intended message and voice
• Develop and refine written content for different audiences and purposes
• Provide professional guidance to authors and publishers on content quality and presentation

Acting Publishing Manager - Extension Publications Limited - Ibadan, Oyo State

(2022-05 - 2023-06)

• Supervised and coordinated the activities of the various units in the publishing department for prompt job delivery
• Prepared and approved titles for press

Editor (Humanities) - Extension Publications Limited - Ibadan, Oyo State

(2018-01 - 2022-04)

• Assessment of manuscripts for onward approval by the Head of Department
• Editing curriculum based manuscripts for publication (primary, secondary and tertiary education)

Class Tutor - Goodwill Group of Schools - Obaagun, Osun State

(2013-09 - 2016-01)

• Taught English Language, Government and Literature-in-English at both the junior and senior classes
• Maintained effective classroom discipline while creating an engaging and supportive learning environment

Reporter - FUTA Radio 93.1FM - Akure, Ondo State

(2012-03 - 2013-02)

• Worked at the reportorial unit in gathering information, and dissemination of news report
• Coverage of news and voicing of news report, and also assisted in news editing

Presenter - FUTA Radio 93.1FM - Akure, Ondo State

(2012-03 - 2013-02)

• Presented a personality interview programme tagged 'The Issue'
• Invited guests on every sector of the country's economy to speak on the programme

Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication - Federal Polytechnic Offa, Kwara State (2009-09 - 2011-06)

Diploma - Mass Communication - Federal Polytechnic Offa, Kwara State (2006-09 - 2008-06)

West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate (WASSCE) - Erin-Ile Secondary School, Erin-Ile, Kwara State (1998-09 - 2004-06)

Primary School Leaving Certificate - St Matthias Anglican Primary School, Erin-Ile, Kwara State (1998-01 - 1998-06)