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Makhosazane
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About me
I have completed a BA Honours degree in Communications Science at the University of Zululand, attaining a First Class Distinction Pass. I have extensive experience in the Communications, Public Relations, and Marketing fields. My work experience includes administration, media mobilisation, events coordination, putting together communication packages for clients, and managing issues and crisis situations from a strategic communications perspective, among other things.

Work experience

Freelance/ SunshineQ
October 2023 – Current time
Job title
Freelance/Copywriter
Work experience & achievements
Write and proofread articles for the BRICS Simulation Conference 2023 Write press releases for the BRICS Simulation Conference 2023 Write biographies for guest speakers. Work closely with the team to brainstorm ideas for advertising purposes.
Wellseated / Chaise Lounge
June 2023 – July 2023
Job title
Freelance/ Event Coordinator
Work experience & achievements
 Plan event with attention to financial and time constraints.  Research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians etc.) and choose the best combination of quality and cost. Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favourable terms. Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and the venue. Planning event details and aspects, including seating, dining and guests. Hire personnel ie Waiters, Waitresses, Cleaners, and other staff when needed Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations, tickets etc.) Do final checks at the day of the event (e.g. tables, technology, decor) to ensure everything meets standards Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems Evaluate event’s success and submit reports.
Vinly Entertainment (PTY) LTD
February 2022 – March 2023
Job title
Marketing and Public Relations Officer
Work experience & achievements
Responsible for corporate messaging, development and distribution. Manage all marketing materials, website updates, and social media presence on behalf of the company. Manage, build, and maintain long-term relationships with all relevant stakeholders. Develop branded material as needed. Managing the company’s relations (PR) team and oversee all their activities. Manage team in the preparation of new business material including Request for Quotes/Request for Proposals responses, new business meeting pitch, preparation and presentations
St Philips Anglican Church/ Diocese of Natal
January 2011 – Current time
Job title
Volunteer
Work experience & achievements
Assist in developing public relations, communications and fundraising strategies for the various church and community organisations I am involved in. Organise community outreach programs Assist in organising promotional events Prepare presentations and reports Undertake in registering and bringing in new members of the organisation
The Significant Wonem
February 2021 – December 2021
Job title
Online Life Coach
Work experience & achievements
Teach useful emotional and behavioural regulation techniques Collaborate with participants to develop action plans that center on the actualization of their stated ambitions Evaluate clients’ advancement toward goal actualization Encourage continued and sustainable progress Participate in life coaching sessions Co-facilitate group sessions Prepare content for group sessions before hand
Multi Clean/ Pristine Clean
January 2011 – December 2019
Job title
Franchisee/ Manager
Work experience & achievements
Managing a team of cleaning staff Conduct stock management of consumables and spares. Ensure employees are properly trained and equipped to perform their roles Deploy and train staff on the use of latest cleaning technology while providing instructions and supervision where necessary Certify that equipment is safe to use and in good working condition Contract Management Customer service and retention Staff recruitment and management Accounting and reporting
Viva Marketing
January 2011 – December 2012
Job title
Marketing and Communication Assistant
Work experience & achievements
Assist in developing marketing strategies and literature such as brochures, press releases as well as social media marketing. Assist in organising promotional events and traditional or digital campaigns and attend them to facilitate their success Prepare presentations and reports Undertake daily administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of the company’s activities
Office of the MEC for Finance and Economic Development KZN
August 2008 – March 2009
Job title
Intern Communications
Work experience & achievements
Media mobilisation Sending out press releases and media invitations Calling the media to check availability for functions Organising radio interviews especially for occasions, example, budget speech days Calling the media to check availability for functions Arrange transport and catering etc. for media Media monitoring Monitoring for and continually strengthening relations between the media and the Office Monitoring the writing of press statement releases for veracity and language before submitting it to the MEC Monitoring media coverage on socio-political and departmental issues Archiving relevant newspaper articles and publications Events Coordination Facilitating booking of venues Proving assistance in communication projects such as Imbizo, events, exhibitions and branding Overseeing and ensuring fault-free preparation for events; both department specific and general provincial events/Izimbizo (e.g., Pamphlets, posters exhibitions and branding, and arrangin
KZN Provincial Treasurery
April 2008 – August 2008
Job title
Intern Systems
Work experience & achievements
Booking for client service Making follow ups for site visits After care services Data capturing on internal systems
SPM Resolve
June 2004 – January 2005
Job title
Call Centre Agent
Work experience & achievements
Booking for client service  Making follow ups for site visits  After care services  Data capturing on internal systems  Answer incoming calls and respond to customer’s emails  Management and resolve customer complaints  Sell products and place customer orders in the computer system  Identify and escalate issues to supervisors  Provide product and service information to customers Research required information using available resources Research, identify, and resolve customer complaints using applicable software Process orders, forms, and application Route calls to appropriate resources Document all call information according to standard operating procedures Recognize, document, and alert the management team of trends in customer calls Follow up customer calls where necessary Complete call logs and reports Other duties as assigned

Education

University of Zululand
Graduation year: 2008
Level of study
Bachelor
Major / Field of study
BA Honours Communication Science
University of Zululand
Graduation year: 2007
Level of study
Bachelor
Major / Field of study
BA Communications
Vega School
Graduation year: 2016
Level of study
PGCE
Major / Field of study
Brand and Marketing Management
Varsity College
Graduation year: 2011
Level of study
PGCE
Major / Field of study
Project Management
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