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Johannesburg, Gp, Za

Integrating and elevating all strategic services across Africa, bringing our specialists closer, allowing for stand out creative on the continent. My role is to work closely with all stakeholders within WPP and TCCC to create effective ideas that move the needle, while building one of the worlds most recognisable stable of brands. We look after all 54 African markets, making us the one of the most culturally diverse operating units in the world, but also one of the most inspiring. We are… Show more Integrating and elevating all strategic services across Africa, bringing our specialists closer, allowing for stand out creative on the continent. My role is to work closely with all stakeholders within WPP and TCCC to create effective ideas that move the needle, while building one of the worlds most recognisable stable of brands. We look after all 54 African markets, making us the one of the most culturally diverse operating units in the world, but also one of the most inspiring. We are structured as a global network of core SX teams that share, learn and build from one another. We pride ourselves in being the biggest and best global client solution that is embedded within their business. Show less

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

In July 2020 I was approached by the VMLY&R to assist in their transformation toward a new world of retail and commerce. I oversee strategic work within the commerce business and spend my time consulting to The Coca-Cola Company, British American Tobacco. My role beyond that is to work with our global counterparts in London to develop global brand communications for all African territories. My role is to look at a TTL eco-system and strategically find opportunities for the business. Beyond that… Show more In July 2020 I was approached by the VMLY&R to assist in their transformation toward a new world of retail and commerce. I oversee strategic work within the commerce business and spend my time consulting to The Coca-Cola Company, British American Tobacco. My role beyond that is to work with our global counterparts in London to develop global brand communications for all African territories. My role is to look at a TTL eco-system and strategically find opportunities for the business. Beyond that I also serve as a brand building communications lead. Show less

Cape Town Area, South Africa

I was appointed Head of Digital at OFyt and moved back to Cape Town. I was tasked with unlocking the agencies digital potential and help grow our existing and potential client base. I currently fulfill that role as Head of Digital, managing a large multi-talented team of digital experts and sit on the EXCO of the company, where I am responsible for contributing toward our new business, strategic growth opportunities and partnerships.Some of our key brands are: KIA, Heineken, Prudential… Show more I was appointed Head of Digital at OFyt and moved back to Cape Town. I was tasked with unlocking the agencies digital potential and help grow our existing and potential client base. I currently fulfill that role as Head of Digital, managing a large multi-talented team of digital experts and sit on the EXCO of the company, where I am responsible for contributing toward our new business, strategic growth opportunities and partnerships.Some of our key brands are: KIA, Heineken, Prudential, Bidvest, Lenthéric, Futurelife, Jack Daniel’s, V&A Waterfront, Lindt, The Crazy Store. Show less

South Africa

I was promoted to oversee the full strategy team and the output of our strategic offering at OFyt. The role was focused on building better thinking across the business, assisting us in creating more impactful and meaningful work.

Cape Town & Johannesburg, South Africa

I was transferred to Johannesburg to focus on our strategic offering and lead some of their key clients, such as: McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, SAB Miller Global, Shell, Sasol, Investec, Nestlé, Reckitt Benckiser, DStv, PPC, AA. During this time (Nov 2016) Quirk joined forces with global powerhouse, Mirum, where I was part of the transition team into the WPP stable. Before that I was stationed at Quirk / Mirum Cape Town – I worked across a range of brands, such as: Caltex, Unilever, Hunter’s… Show more I was transferred to Johannesburg to focus on our strategic offering and lead some of their key clients, such as: McDonald’s, Kellogg’s, SAB Miller Global, Shell, Sasol, Investec, Nestlé, Reckitt Benckiser, DStv, PPC, AA. During this time (Nov 2016) Quirk joined forces with global powerhouse, Mirum, where I was part of the transition team into the WPP stable. Before that I was stationed at Quirk / Mirum Cape Town – I worked across a range of brands, such as: Caltex, Unilever, Hunter’s Dry, Hunter’s eXtreme, Three Ships Whisky, Bain’s Whisky, Knights Whisky, Klipdrift, Sedgwick's, Hungry Lion (Shoprite Group), Col’Cacchio, ADT. Show less

Singapore

I was accepted to fly to Singapore and do a two month internship with Ogilvy & Mather Singapore. I was lucky enough to work on global accounts such as Castrol and Unilever.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

I was a part time production assistant on a wide range of projects and shoots. I also assisted the research and art department throughout my time spent with 2.0 Media.

Post Graduate Diploma In Advertising And Marketing, Strategic Planning

Studied Marketing and Advertising Strategy

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Cinematography And Film/Video Production

Matric Certificate, Grade 12