Experience

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  C.Ferreira & Associates (DW-eleven-13)

  • Dunkeld West

  • Creative Consultant & Media Manager

    • Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
    • Dunkeld West

    Performed a number of tasks related to the media & communication aspects of the restaurant's brand along with maintaining content on social media.

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  (various)

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Writer

    • Jan 2017 - Feb 2020
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

    The usual hoopla of summarizing information in a clear and concise manner - I'm given 100 pages and they ask me to turn it into 10.

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  CREACHA

  • Copywriter

    • Dec 2015 - Aug 2016

    Writing scripts, editing copy, writing copy and general as well as specialised content, concept development, proofing, drinking coffee, having a great time.

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  TheFuturesMuse

  • Remote

  • Freelance Writer

    • Mar 2015 - Aug 2015
    • Remote

    Writing articles on a variety of topics regarding the Creative Economy relating to emerging markets.

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  IMBO magazine

  • Johannesburg, South Africa

  • Sub-editor

    • Oct 2014 - Feb 2015
    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Ensuring production and quality of content - proofreading, providing feedback and helping staff writers to develop and refine their work. Writing articles on a variety of topics.

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  StudioZoo

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Producer

    • May 2014 - Aug 2014
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

    Writing scripts, consolidating graphics, footage and sound into broadcast quality material for television.

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  The Australia Times

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Games and Tech contributor

    • Dec 2013 - Mar 2014
    • Melbourne, Australia

    Writing reviews, conducting interviews, creating feature articles, opinion pieces as well as industry relevant news and information for enthusiasts.

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  Huddle design

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Intern

    • Apr 2013 - May 2013
    • Melbourne, Australia

    I was responsible for rewriting content on the website, creating summaries and various other supplementary duties. I also created a blog post (now article) reflecting on my experience and what I had learned about the company and Design Thinking...

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  Blacklamp Collective

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Writer/Editor

    • Nov 2011 - May 2013
    • Melbourne, Australia

    -­ Provided original scripts and workshopped them.‐ Pre­‐Production: research, sourcing relevant material for consideration‐ Production: assisted with the actual process of capturing footage‐ Post‐production: Editing of footage‐ Sound Engineering: created Foley and original music for separateprojects

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  Study Abroad Guide: Melbourne

  • Copywriter

    • Mar 2013 - Apr 2013

    I composed a 2,500+ word Study Guide for students with a desire to study in Melbourne. The contents of the study guide included a Top 10 reasons to study in Melbourne, a summary of the most popular Universities, explanation of the transport system, info regarding sight-seeing, nightlife and tips for finding accommodation.There was also an element of personal experience woven into the overall document.

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  DW eleven-13

  • Copywriter

    • Oct 2012 - Feb 2013

    I wrote all of the interesting content for the website such as a description of the cuisine and the chef himself. Responsiblities included but not limited to- Writing on behalf of the restaurant- Providing descriptive pieces for magazines/websites- Responding to various questions directed at the restaurant.I was also responsible for proofing and appropriately editing all of the Chef/Owner's words regarding interview questions and ghost writing his article on Food Trends.

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  n/a

  • Freelancer

    • Jan 2009 - 2013

    Travel Guides, Website copy, Staff Biographies, Product proposals, Brochures, General proofreading, editing, conducting interviews, writing reviews

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  T-Squat Magazine

  • Freelance writer

    • Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

    Created reviews of albums and interviews with musicians‐ Conducting telephone interviews with the artists‐ Sourcing material relevant to articles‐ Providing reviews

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  Calasca

  • JHB, South Africa

  • Copywriter

    • May 2009 - May 2009
    • JHB, South Africa

    Created proposal for 2010 Soccer World Cup promotional Item‐ Research: familiarizing myself with the market and product‐ Liaising with client to develop a satisfying proposal

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  EmpowerGroup

  • Johannesburg, South Africa

  • Junior Copywriter

    • Feb 2006 - Apr 2007
    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Responsible for profiles, press releases and sub-­‐editing brochures-­ Working in a busy office environment-­ Updating the Head of Public Relations as to progress of variousprojects

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  Twenty30.com

  • Johannesburg, South Africa

  • Freelance

    • Jun 2005 - Jun 2005
    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Responsible for press release‐ Research: creating detailed briefs regarding the company- Presentation: providing the client with options