Working within the Gaming Content space, I build gaming programs that drive engagement and inspire creation of Gaming content on TikTok across the globe.From conceptualization to execution, I work with cross regional and cross functional teams as well as the Global Gaming Content team to bring these moments to life and build #GamingOnTikTok

In this role I work within the TikTok Africa Team and lead a team of Partner Managers across SSA with the focus on growing the Entertainment partner ecosystem for SSA within TikTok through working with partners; from media houses to creators to public figures and more. Growing from my previous role, where I supported and lead a team across multiple verticals with a focus on Media Partnerships (from Sports to gaming to Entertainment), I now support and lead the Entertainment partner… Show more In this role I work within the TikTok Africa Team and lead a team of Partner Managers across SSA with the focus on growing the Entertainment partner ecosystem for SSA within TikTok through working with partners; from media houses to creators to public figures and more. Growing from my previous role, where I supported and lead a team across multiple verticals with a focus on Media Partnerships (from Sports to gaming to Entertainment), I now support and lead the Entertainment partner managers across all kinds of partners from creators, to public figures to PGC/Media Partners to help them succeed on TikTok and to grow the overarching Entertainment vertical on TikTok in Africa, taking #AfricaToTheWorld :) Show less

Working with Content and Media partners across Entertainment, Sports and other content genres to succeed on TikTok and work together to make special content experiences which provide community building moments for their fans and audiences on TikTok whilst growing their audiences off TikTok.Working across SSA (Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa as core focuses)

As the Senior Content Specialist: Online I am responsible for investigating content, trends and platforms worldwide and within the business' territories with the aims of assisting the content team and the business as a whole in finding opportunities and gaps in the market for creating content, monetizing that content and leveraging trends to ensure a high ROI on content bought and that there is analytical and strategic thinking behind content decisions. As Multi-Channel Network Manager for… Show more As the Senior Content Specialist: Online I am responsible for investigating content, trends and platforms worldwide and within the business' territories with the aims of assisting the content team and the business as a whole in finding opportunities and gaps in the market for creating content, monetizing that content and leveraging trends to ensure a high ROI on content bought and that there is analytical and strategic thinking behind content decisions. As Multi-Channel Network Manager for Multichoice, I am responsible for building,protecting, monetizing and optimizing the various channels which fall under the YouTube network (35 channels currently).My job includes the amazing opportunity to be project lead for YouTube related projects (such as being the first Broadcaster in the EMEA region to implement the Player for Publishers programme) and have an advisory position on YouTube matters ranging from content to legal. Show less

As the YouTube Channel Manager for DStv and Multi-Channel Network Manager for Multichoice, I am responsible for building,protecting, monetizing and optimizing the various channels which fall under the network.My job includes the amazing opportunity to be project lead and project manager for YouTube related projects (such as the Player for Publishers programme) and have an advisory position on YouTube matters ranging from content to legal.Some of my duties include:Collaborating… Show more As the YouTube Channel Manager for DStv and Multi-Channel Network Manager for Multichoice, I am responsible for building,protecting, monetizing and optimizing the various channels which fall under the network.My job includes the amazing opportunity to be project lead and project manager for YouTube related projects (such as the Player for Publishers programme) and have an advisory position on YouTube matters ranging from content to legal.Some of my duties include:Collaborating with internal and external teams such as YouTube itself and the MCN partners to drive key metrics.Sourcing of syndication opportunities for content.Manage content strategy, video optimization and viewership growth for the DStv YouTube channel. Oversee best practices and channel optimization for all current channels within the MCN and strategy for all new channels. Collaborate with internal and external teams to share best practices around YouTube channel execution and audience insights.Develop data-driven recommendations through analytics and measurement including working with Google Analytics, Tubular Insights and YouTube Analytics to drive viewership, engagement and the business and brand goals.Usage,creation and execution of YouTube Content ID and monetisation policies and how these can be leveraged to increase revenue and content protection.Strategise, assist and advise the business with tackling piracy across the MCN.Use the platform for A/B testing, audience analytics and content ideation.Control and use of the YouTube CMS system.Supervision and QA of the video teams outputs for YouTube.Identification and working with social influencers in the creation of content for YouTube.Channel programming for the DStv YouTube Channel.Reporting on key metrics and trends from YouTube.I get to work with YouTube everyday to build, grow and create business opportunities and revenue possibilities in a digital, content creation space, that is always a wonder. Show less

Marketing at THE company for innovative and creative digital media and content solutions. I get to have fun and create it for a living. Duties include:Community management, social media management, content creation, social networking and connecting clients to our company who have a need. As well as running all the marketing and promotional activitites,campaigns,strategies and material.

Along with two colleagues, we built two Geeky YouTube Channels first for fun and then as a fun business. Together we grew the channels from 0 - 80 000 subscribers in 1 year, the channels are still growing at an immense pace however when our one colleague moved to Tokyo, I sold my shares and now am still a huge fan of the channels but no longer working behind the scenes. My responsibilities included:Developing and growing the audience, subscriber base and watch time across the channels… Show more Along with two colleagues, we built two Geeky YouTube Channels first for fun and then as a fun business. Together we grew the channels from 0 - 80 000 subscribers in 1 year, the channels are still growing at an immense pace however when our one colleague moved to Tokyo, I sold my shares and now am still a huge fan of the channels but no longer working behind the scenes. My responsibilities included:Developing and growing the audience, subscriber base and watch time across the channels organically (without a single cent spent on paid, as it was our passion project).Analyse and use the data to strategically drive our channels forward and to meet our goalsManaging all marketing for the company and activities within the marketing department.Work with talent to create branded and sponsored videos as well as weekly content.Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.Overseeing the company’s marketing budget.Overall responsibility for brand management and corporate identity.Monitor and report on effectiveness of marketing communications.Measure and report performance of marketing campaigns, gain insight and assess against goals to which future marketing strategies are built upon.Community management of all our social channels, FB, Twitter, Reddit, G+ and YouTube. Including monitoring, reporting and responding.Create YouTube videos for our two channelsCommunity engagement and growth cultivationUse of crowdfunding resources like PatreonFinding various sponsors and brand deals for the channelsReporting on influencer campaignsSocial Media and Community Management Show less

To create, curate and cleverly communicate the skills, products and experience of the company to their Target Market. My duties included liaising with clients, maintaining the website, managing the social media and content writing, creating new promotional material, creating campaign and marketing strategies and finding innovative ways to speak about our company.

A touring show performing the Short Stories in the Matric syllabus. Stories including "The Sisters"​ by Pauline Smith, "​ The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"​ by James Thurber amongst many others. The show not only performs these stories but brings them to life and aids the learners understanding of their course material. Then progressing to workshops and Q and A using the four X's of ShakeXperience: Examine, Explore, Exchange, Excite. Creating and learning and experiencing together the… Show more A touring show performing the Short Stories in the Matric syllabus. Stories including "The Sisters"​ by Pauline Smith, "​ The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"​ by James Thurber amongst many others. The show not only performs these stories but brings them to life and aids the learners understanding of their course material. Then progressing to workshops and Q and A using the four X's of ShakeXperience: Examine, Explore, Exchange, Excite. Creating and learning and experiencing together the possibilities that theatre and education opens up to all of us as human beings and creatures of life and learning. Show less

• Manage, help create and send their Marketing Mass Mails to previous clients regarding renewals and then manage the database and subscription lists for the above mentioned mails. Correspondence replying to the marketing mails using Everlytic. • Manage, create and send Bulk Smses to clients regarding renewals and bookings reminders. • Wrote and conceptualised their video promotion work on creating a Burns video for everyday people which would then drive people to Pulse Point or at the… Show more • Manage, help create and send their Marketing Mass Mails to previous clients regarding renewals and then manage the database and subscription lists for the above mentioned mails. Correspondence replying to the marketing mails using Everlytic. • Manage, create and send Bulk Smses to clients regarding renewals and bookings reminders. • Wrote and conceptualised their video promotion work on creating a Burns video for everyday people which would then drive people to Pulse Point or at the least save some lives.• Binding, filing and general office duties. • Receptionist duties and liaise with customers. • Stock taking. • Capturing of data. • Printing of Certificates. Show less

• Manage three venues and their day-to-day running and customer care with the parents and learners attending those venues. • Teambuilding/ leadership workshops. • Teach drama, dance and singing for 5-9 year olds both at private venues, parties and functions as well as at Crawford Italia. • Give comments and reports for each child, every ten weeks. • Liaise with parents. • Receive payments and follow up regarding payments for each child when their… Show more • Manage three venues and their day-to-day running and customer care with the parents and learners attending those venues. • Teambuilding/ leadership workshops. • Teach drama, dance and singing for 5-9 year olds both at private venues, parties and functions as well as at Crawford Italia. • Give comments and reports for each child, every ten weeks. • Liaise with parents. • Receive payments and follow up regarding payments for each child when their sessions expire. Show less

A touring physical theatre / educational theatre production which tours the African Continent. Performing for Nelson Mandelas 94th Birthday Celebration as well as part of Jane Goodalls Roots and Shoots programme in Kenya and Tanzinia. Directed by Greg Melvill-Smith and Craig Morris two of South Africa's premier performers and creators. The show toured South African schools teaching evolution and the sciences with the motive of not only helping Matrics with this subject but also focusing and… Show more A touring physical theatre / educational theatre production which tours the African Continent. Performing for Nelson Mandelas 94th Birthday Celebration as well as part of Jane Goodalls Roots and Shoots programme in Kenya and Tanzinia. Directed by Greg Melvill-Smith and Craig Morris two of South Africa's premier performers and creators. The show toured South African schools teaching evolution and the sciences with the motive of not only helping Matrics with this subject but also focusing and celebrating our differences and the possibilities that Africa and Africans can achieve. The show explored and taught evolution through physical movement and creation, and the science behind mankind focusing on celebrating and enhancing social change through science and our shared history. Show less