Gerald Onyango
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Gerald Onyango

Account ManagerCroydon, United Kingdom
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Gerald Onyango

Account ManagerCroydon, United Kingdom
About me
Driven 20 something who absorbs his surroundings, is highly efficient and is a people person. An experienced marketer who's worked with a number of global brands (including Google, PlayStation, Netflix, Sky, NBA and many more) and has been the driving force behind many of their global campaigns. Additionally, I have managed the social media accounts of some the world's leading brands and have led their global social activations. Aside of this; I have set up my own online lifestyle publication, Bespoke Mag - that is curated by emerging adults. Talking sport, music, fashion and fashion. Here I've managed events both in the UK and abroad, produced leading content and collaborated with huge brands.
Projects
  • Internet Citizens
    Internet Citizens
Projects credited in
  • WHERE THE HEART IS - Personal series
    WHERE THE HEART IS - Personal seriesFor the full series - https://www.francisaugusto.co.uk/wthiseries ‘Where the Heart Is’ continues my exploration of our relationship with the concept of ‘home’. The pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns have taken a toll on us and have impacted our intimate relationships. This series looks to encourage self-reflection for ourselves and how we feel about our homes, as it has become more than merely a place we rest in. The series consists of 18 portraits taken during two nationwide lockdowns, add
Work history
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    Account ManagerLivity
     - London, United KingdomFreelance
    My role at Livity mainly consisted of 4 key areas: project management, budget management, creative and account handling. At Livity I was able to take my Account Management skills to a new level by ultimately becoming a better project manager. I worked across 4 different accounts with Google and PlayStation being my retainer accounts and Netflix and NSPCC being project-based. Additionally, at Livity I mentored various young people in supporting their entrepreneurial goals as well as constantly monitoring trends and habits that were relevant to our client's industry. My role also included: • Managing a portfolio of accounts (including Google, PlayStation, Netflix and NSPCC) • Project managing a range of campaigns • Developing and monitoring budgets for global brands including Google and PlayStation • Fostering client relationships • Developing and implementing timing plans and scope of works • Writing and delivering creative briefs • Event management including Netflix and Google • Mentoring young entrepreneurs and presenting at workshops • Implementing a range of marketing strategies • Financial administration • Leading meetings with stakeholders, presentations and conference calls • Pitching to global brands • Brand partnerships, identifying new clients and general new business work Media (4)This position has 4 media Previous Next
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    Account ManagerThinkhouse
     - London, United KingdomFull Time
    • Managed the Expedia, Sky, Topdeck and Otterbox accounts • Delivered updates, evaluation reports, insights and plans in accordance with client requests and agency needs. • Developed and Implemented plans. From plan development right through to evaluation – using the resources available across the agency team. • Day-to-day client management and interfacing. Leading client facing scenarios, managing meetings, agendas and outcomes • Day to day problem solving for client and team management • Budget development and management • Led brainstorms and creative sessions • Presented and led numerous pitches • Clients markets varied globally but were mainly EMEA
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Skills
  • Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Communication
  • Account Management
  • Writing
  • Relationship Building
  • Leadership
  • Organisation
  • PR
  • Confidence
Education
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    Politics & International Relations (2:1) University of Kent
     - Canterbury, United Kingdom