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Zekhethelo Chiliza

@zekhethelochiliza

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Digital marketing manager driving integrated campaigns, influencer strategy, and measurable brand growth.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role using my expertise in digital strategy, influencer programs, and content production within a collaborative, growth-focused team where I can drive measurable brand impact.

I am a Digital Marketing Manager with a legal, business and radio background, experienced in leading digital-first campaigns, influencer partnerships, PR, and retail activations to align global brand objectives with local market needs. I have led teams, managed budgets, developed content and e-retail communications, and delivered award-winning social strategies that drove measurable results for brands including Benefit Cosmetics SA, MultiChoice, and Motsepe Foundation.

I excel at storytelling, community management, and end-to-end campaign execution—from concept and content production to reporting and analytics. I am passionate about building brand love through strategic influencer programs, creative content production, and integrated digital activations that create meaningful consumer experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Digital Marketing Manager

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Benefit Cosmetics SA

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Led digital-first campaigns, influencer partnerships, PR and retail activations for the SA market, aligning global brand objectives with local execution and delivering measurable campaign results across social and e‑retail channels.

Digital Marketing Influencer Management Social Media Strategy PR Content Production Community Management

Social Media Lead

Motsepe Foundation

Nov 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year)

Developed foundation-wide social media strategies, produced digital content across departments, managed community engagement and budgets, and delivered reporting and analytics for campaigns and key dates.

Social Media Strategy Content Production Community Management Budget Management Copywriting Supplier Management Campaign Execution

Group Social Media Lead

Duma Collective

Jun 2019 - Nov 2022 (3 years 5 months)

Led a team of eight to develop and execute comprehensive social strategies, oversee content production and reporting, and delivered award-winning campaigns and global activations for clients including MultiChoice and Origins.

Team Leadership Social Media Strategy Content Production Campaign Management Creative Direction Social

Account Manager

Plum Social & Digital

Sep 2018 - May 2019 (8 months)

Served as primary client-facing lead for national election social strategy work, managed influencer partnerships and a small content team to produce high-impact social campaigns and show-related content.

Account Management Influencer Management Campaign Strategy Client Relations Copywriting Creative Briefing