PHILIPS OLUKAYODE
Senior Communications Specialist
Atlanta
Summary
Senior People and Internal Communications Leader with 13+ years of progressive experience directing enterprise communications that strengthen organizational culture, align employees with strategic priorities, and support leadership effectiveness. Expertise in executive messaging, internal communications governance, change management, and institutional storytelling. Trusted advisor recognized for delivering clear, credible, and high-impact communications that enhance employee engagement, morale, and organizational performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
People QC Communications Specialist
Exhibits
06.2023 - 12.2024
- - Directed people-focused and internal communications initiatives supporting workforce engagement and quality programs.
- - Partnered with senior leaders to develop leadership messaging, policy communications, and organizational updates.
- - Established communication processes to improve transparency, clarity, and cross-departmental alignment.
- - Supported employee engagement initiatives through credible, timely internal communications.
Assistant Editor
The Dazzling Codes Magazine (On-Campus Publication)
07.2011 - 09.2023
- - Oversaw editorial planning, content development, and publication standards.
- - Edited feature articles, opinion pieces, and investigative stories.
- - Mentored writers and coordinated editorial teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- - Contributed to award-recognized storytelling and institutional narrative development.
Communications Specialist
Intuitive Staffing
01.2017 - 10.2022
- - Led internal communications strategy and execution, supporting leadership visibility and employee alignment.
- - Developed executive communications, internal announcements, and workforce updates to sustain clarity and engagement.
- - Managed communications during periods of organizational and operational change.
Internal Communications Personnel
Preform+
09.2014 - 12.2015
- - Supported leadership communications during ownership transition and business model restructuring.
- - Developed targeted internal messaging to guide employees through organizational change.
- - Assisted senior leaders with strategic updates, workforce announcements, and internal briefings.
Education
MBA - Leadership
Oral Roberts University
01.2023
Diploma - Project Management
International Career Institute
Los Angeles CA12-2023
Diploma - Journalism
International Career Institute
Los Angeles CA04-2018
B.Sc. (Honors) - Mass Communication & Media Technology
Lead City University
07-2013
National Diploma - Mass Communication
Wolex Polytechnic
12-2009
Skills
- Executive & Leadership Communications
- People & Internal Communications Strategy
- Organizational Alignment & Change Communication
- Employee Engagement & Culture Development
- Policy, Governance & Workforce Messaging
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
Affiliations
Fellow, Management and Strategy Institute
PROFESSIONAL IMPACT
- Trusted advisor to leadership on internal and workforce communications
- Proven ability to guide organizations through change with clarity and confidence
- Strong record of aligning people, leadership, and organizational priorities
- Consistent delivery of credible, high-impact communications across diverse teams
Timeline
People QC Communications Specialist
Exhibits
06.2023 - 12.2024
Communications Specialist
Intuitive Staffing
01.2017 - 10.2022
Internal Communications Personnel
Preform+
09.2014 - 12.2015
Assistant Editor
The Dazzling Codes Magazine (On-Campus Publication)
07.2011 - 09.2023
MBA - Leadership
Oral Roberts University
Diploma - Project Management
International Career Institute
Diploma - Journalism
International Career Institute
B.Sc. (Honors) - Mass Communication & Media Technology
Lead City University
National Diploma - Mass Communication
Wolex Polytechnic