Ziyanda Thomas
@ziyandathomas
Results-oriented marketing graduate and public relations professional.
What I'm looking for
As a results-oriented marketing graduate and public relations professional, I have gained vast industry experience and knowledge in developing unique campaigns and creating effective messaging that resonates with target audiences. My areas of expertise include administration, strategic communication planning, media relations, influencer and stakeholder relations, digital marketing analytics, event management, and social media strategy.
I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and I work well both independently and together to achieve the company's objectives. I value developing strong, creative integrated rollouts and deep stakeholder partnerships for both emerging and existing enterprises that transcend beyond KPIs.
I am looking for an adaptive workplace that builds character and value for clients, where I can further my career and make a meaningful impact.
Experience
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Freelancer Public Relations & Social Media Management
ONLY1CUISINE
Mar 2023 - Mar 2023 (0 months)
Outsource print, radio opportunities for the Only1Cuisine brand. Build a clientele across agencies and corporate companies and sponsorship planning. Elevated the business website to fit the organizations target audience. Create business proposals for campaigns and projects with existing & new clients. Seeking marketing and PR growth opportunities for clients in the corporate, lifestyle and consume
Public Relations Intern & Account Executive
CLOCKWORK MEDIA
Dec 2021 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Worked across BMW, Emirates, Salton, LG, Herbalife Nutrition, Sipsmith gin and Laphroaig. Specialized in planning brand campaigns, execute and report on client PR and marketing strategies. Create detail orientated briefs and integrate project delivery. Build media relations across editors, journalists and influencers. Create new product launch plans through a presentation and manage clients expect
Administration Assistant and Receptionist
KIBLER PARK SECONDARY
Aug 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Each term, the SASAMS system is used to capture the marks of learners in the school. Coordination of daily day-to-day activities, document filing, and data capture for learners on E-registers. Manage telephone calls, visitors, and appointments with teachers and the school principal. In charge of all confidential secretarial filing for learners and parents. Responsible for SGB & GDE appointments re
Teacher Assistant Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI)
KIBLER PARK SECONDARY
Nov 2020 - Jul 2021 (8 months)
Coordination of daily day-to-day activities, document filing, and data capture for learners on E-registers & school terms marks. Manage and sort Grade 12 matric certificate hand out & signage. Adhere to COVID classroom and office protocols by sanitizing the room. Work with educators in classrooms and provide admin support for extra classes for Grade 12 on weekends. E-cares support ICT integration
Promoter and Brand Ambassador
TRADEWAY PROMOTIONS
Sep 2020 - Feb 2021 (5 months)
Educate consumers about the Checkers, Nedbank, Shoprite Xtrasavings sign-ups monthly. Use Promoforce app to use real-time time & attendance tracking, performance management and campaign optimization. Optimize shopper experiences to maximize value and win consumer consideration at point-of-purchase.
In-store Promoter
ISILUMKHO STAFFING
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
In-store promotions and activations for Simply Chicken, OMO and Kellogs. Interact by educating consumers and promote sales. Introduce new brands to the market such as English Blazer and Yardley. Run mall activations for a month taking video interactions, capturing customer reviews of products tested at mall display.
Event Coordinator, Admin and Content Creator Assistant
ICARUS MEDIA SA CONSULTING AGENCY
Feb 2019 - Dec 2019 (10 months)
Host and organize pop-up JOZI URBAN MARKET for 100 people at Gold Reef City every first Sunday of the month. Outsource small businesses to exhibit their exclusive products for SIMPLY FRESH MARKET at Mall of the South. Create the content on social media pages for clients on Facebook. Hosting activations and promotions at Mall of the South with Renault Group 1 and Nissan.
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