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Hi, I'm Charles Olafare. A freelance creative content writer based in London. Here's a selection of branded content, copywriting and editorial work I've done recently.
If you like what you see and would like to work with me, give me a shout!
Vice
Event Horizon artwork Arthur Russell was a journeyman in the truest sense of the word. His relatively short adult life saw him jaunt from Iowa to San Francisco and finally to New York. With each new point in his life came a different obsession, a new way to explore and make sense of the world through music.
News Shopper is London's oldest local paper, and it holds a special place in my heart. Growing up in Thamesmead and Bexleyheath, two of the key areas the paper covers, News Shopper was ever present.
Have you ever heard the joke about how the black guy always dies first in horror movies? As well as being a problematic film trope, it's also a pretty damning reflection of the way black people are represented in genre fiction.
BuzzFeed
Henri Rousseau. Surprised! © The National Gallery, London. Bought, with aid of a substantial donation from the Hon. Walter H. Annenberg, 1972. Georges Seurat. Bather at Asnieres. © The National Gallery, London. Bought, Courtauld Fund, 1924. Paolo Veronese. The Family of Darius before Alexander. © The National Gallery, London
It's never too early to start thinking about your next holiday. Whatever you're after, they've got a fabulous destination to match. Put your resolution on hold and #BREAKITINSTYLE by taking advantage of our worldwide sale, and making 2017 a year to remember!
"I wanted to see how far I could push my title of 'the most comfortable man in the office', so I bought a pair of slippers I could wear in the office! They sit under my desk, and I change into them every morning.
"One day it occurred to me that I'd given the gift of flowers many times over the years, but I'd never received them as a gift. I made this remark at work offhandedly. The very next morning, two of my coworkers bought flowers for me and left them on my desk - just so I could have the experience myself.
From Grant Thornton's Faces of a Vibrant Economy, a celebration of growth for the economy and society through innovation, responsible entrepreneurship, and organisations doing well by doing good.
Impactful, purpose-led business is where utmost passion meets hard work. Get inspired by the people like you who have turned their ideas into businesses with Grant Thornton.
Cameron's Coasters are simple drink mats that carry a powerful message. One side is inscribed with the words "don't bottle it up", and the contact details of mental health support groups are on the other.
Charles: I wouldn't class myself as a hardcore gamer, but I do love video games. Mostly I've enjoyed first-person shooters, RPGs, or sandbox action games where I can run around the map and get up to mischief. But even then, I usually play on easy and pretty much always alone.
Work is tough. And one glorious day, you'll ascend the ranks and become one of the golden gods of corporate America. But what kind of boss will you be?
Crafting a back-to-school look can have a learning curve, but Braun provides the precision and control you require with face and hair styling tools such as the Braun MGK3060 - a multi-grooming kit tha
What kind of hero are you?
It's never too early to start thinking about your next holiday. Whatever you're after, they've got a fabulous destination to match. Put your resolution on hold and #BREAKITINSTYLE by taking advantage of our worldwide sale, and making 2017 a year to remember!
Whichever awkward moments keep you up at night, at least with VOXI, you are in charge. All VOXI plans come with endless data for social apps, without eating your 30-day data allowance. Order your free SIM at VOXI.co.uk.
Woah! You've been given a bunch of money to decorate your room exactly how you want. All you have to do is pick your favourite item from each category. There's just one catch: You need to stick to a £1,500 budget.
Unilever
What is hair cream, and how do you style hair with it? Axe give advice on the best styling cream to use for natural looks for mid length and curly hair.
Antiperspirant or Daily Fragrance? Find out the difference between daily fragrance and antiperspirant with this easy guide from Axe. Figure out what to roll with.
Blow drying men's hair makes all the difference between a slick crafted style and an unkempt bird's nest. Watch Axe's 'How to Blow Dry Hair' tutorial now.
What is hair pomade, and how do you use it? Follow Axe's hair pomade styling advice to perfect ducktails, quiffs and pompadours.
Release your inner warrior with these braids for men: ensuring you'll stand out in the battlefield or the bar.
Finding flakes on your scalp, or even on your clothes can be a huge confidence breaker. Not to mention the discomfort caused from a dry and itchy scalp. If you're suffering from dandruff, we have 6 expert dos and don'ts to help you get rid of those flakes and feel great again.
Styling gel's changed since the slick 60s. Find out the best hair gel for men and how to style natural, matte and bedhead looks with gel.
Many people use anti-dandruff shampoos, aiming to ease problems caused by a dry scalp, but having a scalp that's too oily can also cause problems of its own. An oily scalp is the result of excess sebum, natural oil that is produced by the skin's sebaceous glands. WHAT CAUSES AN OILY SCALP?
When it comes to washing your hair, there's a right and a wrong way to do things. Even if you're using the best dandruff shampoo for your hair, you still need to know how to get the most out of it when you're washing.
Everyone wants to have a clean scalp and great looking hair, regardless of gender. But when it comes to choosing the right anti-dandruff shampoo, men and women have different needs. Simply put, the best anti-dandruff shampoo for men isn't always the best one for women, or vice versa. MEN'S SCALP VS.
There are lots of dandruff shampoos out there. But which is the right one for you? Different types of scalp require different types of care and finding a shampoo to suit your needs can be quite tricky. Thankfully, we've put together a guide to help you discover the best shampoo for your hair.
Dandruff is a common scalp condition that causes an excessive amount of white or grey dry skin flakes to form on the scalp. One way to alleviate the symptoms of dandruff is with expert anti-dandruff shampoos such as CLEAR Complete Care.
From Japanese tea ceremonies to 18th century tea smuggling, tea has come a long way. Find out all about the history of tea drinking in this guide from Lipton®.
Inspire yourself with Lipton® recipes. Tasty and easy tea recipes to refresh your day, invite friends over for a party or warm up your nights. Read more.
Don't know the difference between high tea and afternoon tea? Read on to learn more about English tea time traditions, with this helpful Lipton® guide.
With so many types of black, herbal and green tea: which do you choose? Lipton® has the answer in this handy guide to the different types of tea.
Everyone has their own way of doing it. But how do you make the perfect black tea? Read on to find out how to prepare black tea at home.