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Johannesburg, Gp, Za

Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za

As Chief Solutions Officer, pivoting from Chief Strategy Officer as my role broadened in serving our clients & our business. I lead cross-functional teams, identifying & developing customer-centric solutions for our clients & our client’s customers-developing new products, services or models or the highly effective application of existing modalities. Leveraging over 20 years of global experience in marketing (traditional and digital) and as a Chartered Marketer (CMSA), I find the best solution for our clients by starting with their customers, identifying their needs and wants, then delivering the right message, to the right people, on the right platform at the right time to convey value to the customer and successful business results to our clients.Strategic Solution DevelopmentDefining & driving solution strategies aligned with business goals & market needsUnderstanding customer challenges & developing tailored solutions to meet their requirements.Anticipating market trends & competitive pressures to position the company’s solutions effectivelyCross-functional Leadership & CollaborationCollaborate with internal teams & key partners to ensure solutions are viable, profitable, & aligned with the desired outcomesLead & inspire teamsClient & Market EngagementEngage with clients to understand their needs, pain points, and desired outcomesAct as a trusted advisor to clientsProduct & Service InnovationOversee the lifecycle of solution offerings from concept to launch, ensuring they are customer-focused & market-drivenFoster a culture of innovation & continuous improvementBusiness Development & Revenue GrowthWork closely with the business development team to identify opportunitiesEnsure all solutions align with the company's financial goals & contribute to revenue growthOperational Excellence & Performance ManagementEnsure effective implementation of solutionsManage risks & oversee the resolution of challenges throughout all processes

Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za

As the Chief Strategy Officer at Birthmark Agency, I lead the company's strategic direction and growth initiatives. My role involves developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies to drive business success for our clients, primarily focusing on enhancing brand visibility, customer engagement, and revenue growth. With over 20 years of global experience in marketing and as a Chartered Marketer (CMSA), I leverage my expertise to identify market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, and create impactful marketing campaigns.Key Responsibilities:- Formulating and executing comprehensive marketing strategies aligned with client objectives and market trends.- Leading cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions, including digital, social media, and traditional advertising.- Analyzing market data and consumer insights to inform strategic decisions and optimize marketing efforts.- Collaborating with clients to understand their business goals and develop customized marketing plans to achieve desired outcomes.- Overseeing the development and execution of brand positioning, messaging, and creative direction.- Managing client relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and engagement.- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize ROI.

Randburg, Gauteng, Za

Developing strategies and coordinating cross-business efforts, processes, developments and projects to develop or optimise tools or services that assist customers in creating pathways to the content that will most allow them to perceive value in their subscription to their chosen Video Entertainment product, platform or service.

Randburg, Gauteng, Za

Translating content rights within legal agreements to various business units in language and formats that rendered the information useful, understandable and implementable.Defining and finding ways to improve workflows between Myriad and business units in SA and ROA.Ensuring technical compliance across relevant products and platforms.The submission of technical clearance specs to studios to timeously align with business growth needs.

Randburg, Gauteng, Za

Managing the customer experience of the DStv VOD productsCuration• Develop a content discovery and awareness strategy and work with the relevant divisions within the Multichoice business to ensure that this is implemented across as many media as possible to drive awareness and uptake of the DStv VOD products within and outside of the DStv customer base.• Work with Product Managers and development teams to develop a consistent recommendations experience for customers across multiple platforms.Contractual obligations• Advise various business units within DDM of what the rights governing content are and whether strategies may be within these or in breach, based on grids supplied by Myriad. Consult with Myriad where grids or the interpretation thereof is not definitive and a safe decision can therefore not me made.• Highlight to Myriad any developments or strategies that may require a contractual review.Research• Constantly research and keep up to date with International TV and VOD Best Practices, in order to inform the business of possible threats and opportunities as well as highlighting any strengths that can be built on or weaknesses that can be mitigated in order to constantly reinforce and strengthen DStv’s position in the Pay TV and VOD market. Project management• Manage special projects that fall outside of the standard VOD operations workflow to ensure smooth delivery and optimal customer experience.Communications• Ensure that DStv VOD content (DStv Catch Up, BoxOffice, DStv Now) is effectively curated and communicated via multiple channels to customers.Business support• Assist various divisions within the business (social media, QA, marketing, VOD Ops, M-Net, Myriad, Multichoice etc.) with content-related support when required.

Randburg, Gauteng, Za

MANAGING CONTENT DELIVERY TO DSTV CATCH UP AND BOXOFFICE Managing the VOD team in Group Content Services at M-Net, ensuring the all available content was made available to Catch Up and BoxOffice. This required an in depth understanding of acquisition contracts and the rights therein. MANAGING CONTENT DELIVERY TO DSTV MOBILEEnsuring DVB-H rights on DStv mobile channels are cleared and any content without rights was replaced. Launch of kykNET Internasionaal, M-Net Africa East and West and Mzansi Magic on DStv Mobile as well as the expansion of M-Net South Africa to a 24-hour mobile broadcast and the seamless switchover from M-Net Series to M-Net Series Zone, in line with the DTH switch. MANAGING THE M-NET MOVIES INVENTORYEnsuring optimal use of the entire M-Net Movies Inventory across Premium, Compact and Access bouquets. Working with Channel Director, Schedulers and Budget Controller to ensure the scheduling both delivered the best viewer experience as well as optimal budgetary costing. MANDELA MEMORIAL PROJECTEnsuring the memorial channel as well as each channel that would run memorial content were in a constant state of readiness, including checking rights, managing inventory, adding additional content as and when it became available as well as keeping all stakeholders from CEO to Broadcast areas to Channel Operations informed of protocols.

Beverly Hills, California, Us

Promax AfricaCommittee 2006 - 2018Judge 2006 - 2018Promax ANZ Judge - 2008 - 2018Promax NZ Judge 2013 - 2018Promax Europe Judge - 2009 - 2011 Loerie Awards Judge - 2009 - 2010Promax Asia Judge - 2012 - 2018PromaxBDA Africa 2012Gold – Outstanding Design in Promotion Drive to LiteracyGold – Movie Promo Horror FestivalSilver – Outstanding Marketing Initiative Social Media CampaignSilver – PSA Drive to LiteracyPromaxBDA Africa 2011Gold – Most Outstanding Promo of the Year Literary AwardsGold - PSA AmbassadorsSilver - 2D Animation Design AmbassadorsSilver - Design in Promotion AmbassadorsSilver - Integrated Marketing Campaign "V"Silver - Sponsors Spot Swatch 007 VillainsSilver - Use of Typography Literary AwardsSilver - 2D Animation Design AmbassadorsPromax/BDA Africa Silver 2010 - Sponsor’s Spot GodfatherPromaxBDA Africa 2009Gold - Station Image Promo Channel OGold - ntegrated Marketing Campaign Channel OGold - 2D Animation Design Channel OGold - Interactive Promotion Channel OGold – Young Designer Hayley ZaraSilver - Sponsor’s Spot Motorola / DirtPromax World 2007Silver – Comedy Promo Men in TreesBronze – Holiday/ Seasonal Promo Dare to be ThereGold – Drama Promo Grey’s AnatomyBronze – Drama Promo The L WordGold – Theatrical Movies realeased to TV AlexanderBronze – Use of Library Music for a Promo The Winter ThemepieceSilver – Daypart Promo Must See Monday MoviesPromaxBDA Africa 2006Gold – Drama Promo Grey’s AnatomyGold – News/ Current Affairs Promo Talk with TumiRocket Award Samira SinghGold – TV Promo – Website KuduclubPromax World 2006Silver – TV Promo - Special Project Women’s DaySilver – TV Promo - Interactive Application Fin 24Promax World 2001Gold – Special Project HypnosisSilver – Children’s Programme Woody WoodpeckerSilver – Use of Music Warner HourPromax UK 1997 Gold, Promax World 1997 Silver & Promax Europe 1997 Gold - Mission Impossible – Classic Series

Beverly Hills, California, Us

PromaxBDA Africa 2007 - 2012PromaxBDA Europe - 2009 - 2011 Promax ANZ - 2008 - 2009

Sherbrooke, Québec, Ca

Production of Educational Actuality Programming• Full production planning from Budget to Pre-Production, to Shooting, Post Producing and Delivery of TV Shows presenting the innovation within the Engineering and Science Faculties at the Unversity of Johannesburg.• Negotiating deliverables with suppliers.Production of Events and Activations at the Studio• Full production planning from Budget to Pre-Production, to Shooting, Post Producing and Delivery of TV Shows presenting the innovation within the Engineering and Science Faculties at the Unversity of JohannesburgPersonnel & Systems Management • Management of staff schedules and outputs.• Mentoring and upskilling of staff.• Development and implementation of internal systems.Promo Courses• Development and teaching of Intermediate and Advanced Promo Courses.Technical Profficiency – Self Operated:All Microsoft Office programmes Final Cut Pro SuiteSONY AnycastSONY EX3 XDCamAdobe PhotoshopAdobe After EffectsSystems utilised with operator:Various Web Development ToolsAll Social MediaCinema 4D3D Studio MaxProTools

Establishment and Management of the Johannesburg Branch• Creating a business plan with the company’s directors to motivate the Johannesburg branch to investors• Recruiting key staff and suppliers into the office including negotiating salaries and rates• Grading and succession planning for staff• Indentifying and chasing new business and creating working deals with these clients• Annual budgeting, including negotiating deals with suppliersCreative Director, Producer & Account Director• Through the line delivery• Planning & writing strategy for campaigns & pitches• Pro-actively conceptualising and developing original strategies and ideas for clients• Inspiring and managing the team in the Johannesburg office• Accepting and giving briefs, including the selection of appropriate media for optimum reach• Overseeing all briefs to designers and animators and delivery of final product• Advising on design, animation, edits, music choices, final mixes and casting of voice over artists• Improving staff’s technical proficiency • Remaining up-to-date with global trends• Final quality control on all work delivered • Ensuring adherance to budget and deadlinesComputer Profficiency – Self Operated:All Microsoft Office programmesAll Social MediaAdobe PhotoshopAdobe After EffectsFinal Cut Pro SuiteAVID – Media Composer & SymphonySystems utilised with operator:Qantel EQAdobe After EffectsMaya3D Studio MaxDigital FusionProTools

Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za

Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za

Dubai, Dubai, Ae

Rolling Stones 'Voodoo Lounge' TourUB40 'Rat In The Kitchen' TourBilly Connoly Comedy Tour

Johannesburg, Za

Red Nose DayMiss World PageantVita Theatre Awards

Chartered Marketer, Marketing

Design Thinking

Google Analytics For Beginners

Leadership Acceleration Programme

Digital Marketing

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Strategic, Financial And Project Management

Fine Arts

Full Exemption Matric