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My name is Sakhile Sibiya, a young passionate brand designer. I am writing to you to enquire about the possibility of obtaining a placement for the year 2020 and 6 months in service training opportunity and expand my creative design, printing, production by assisting in your media department. I came across your company’s website and saw an opportunity to be part of a well-established organization. After working for a major newspaper publication (Zululand Observer), I developed a passion for Media Production and Print media. I saw the importance of contributing fresh and new ideas when working in the current dynamic media space. I believe that the experience that I have acquired will add value to your organization.

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skills

Graphic Designer
Set Artist
Catering
Location Scout
Photographer
Wardrobe

education

I CURRICULUM VITAE SAKHILE SIMISO SIBIYA PERSONAL DETAILS Availability : Immediately ID number : 8701255540085 Languages : English, IsiZulu, Afrikaans Nationality : South African Gender : Male Driver’s license : Code 8 Employment status : Self Employed Disability status : Yes TECHNICAL SKILLS: - Microsoft Office. - Illustrator and Freehand MX for drawings, artwork layout - Intro to InDesign - Intro to Photographic Facility studio work. - Advertising and Product design - Strong attention to detail skills - Specialist sketching skills - good eye for decoration and precise attention to detail - enthusiasm for dressing objects and for decoration - good sense of colour and form; - a methodical approach to work - creative flair - ability to see the broader picture and to co-ordinate effectively - ability to see the broader picture and to co-ordinate effectively - knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety legislation and procedures. STRENGTHS AND CORE COMPETENCIES • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) • Professional work ethic • Adaptable and a dedicated learner • Highly responsible and reliable • Self-driven and motivated EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: DATES LEVEL INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION 2012 Certificate Damelin Office Administration 2012 Certificate Damelin Strategic and Logistics Management 2009 Secondary Thekwini College N2 – N6 Art and Design ( Graphic Designer ) 2005 Secondary Newton High (Special Needs) Grade 8-10 KEY SKILLS/ACHIEVEMENTS: DATE SKILL/ACHIEVEMENT INSTITUTION 2008-2009 SRC Member eThekwini College 2004 Hostel and School Prefect Newton High 2003 Drama Leader Newton High 2002 RCL Leader Newton High EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Company : UMHLATHUZE MUNICIPALITY (OPERATION SUKUMA SAKHE) Dates : February 2018 – November 2019 Position : Deputy Secretary Ward 17 (Community Worker Volunteer) Responsibilities • Sharing communication to members • Producing agendas • Taking minutes of meetings Company : ISIKO SMART CATERING SERVICES (KZN-EMPANGENI) Dates : January 2016- December 2018 Position : Driver/ General Assistant Responsibilities • Driving staff to catering venues • Assist in the kitchen with food preparation and serving • Cleaning up after catering service Company : ZULULAND OBSERVER (KZN-EMPANGENI) Dates : February 2014- August 2014 Position : Printing assistance / Photographer Responsibilities • Designing the layout for the entertainment articles • Taking picture at the events • Assist in the printing department with quality control Company : APPLE EYE MEDIA (KZN-RICHARDS BAY) Dates : January 2012- 2013 Position : Graphic Designer (Freelancer) Responsibilities • Dealing with the design work of the organization • Meeting clients to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job • Developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research • Commissioning illustrators and photographers Company : ETHEKWINI MUNICIPAL CENTRAL LENDING LIBRARY (KZN-DBN) Dates : 2010 January to October 2012 Position : Volunteer Administration Assistant Responsibilities • Performing physical tasks such as moving furniture and fixing spine labels on books. • Assisting clients with finding books on the library lending system • Manage office systems using the Municipal administration system • Answering phone calls and conveying messages to the relevant employees or departments • Data capturing and updating records • Distribution of mail internally • Taking old books to be recycled • Transferring work between departments and branches REFERENCES: Mr Themba Mkhize Librarian EThekwini Municipal Central lending library Contact - (031) 311 2213 Mr Ndabezihle Sibiya (Brother) Contact - 076 141 4853 Mr G. Zondi Ward 17 (Councillor) Esikhawini Contact – 073 4240193

experience

I have completed my N2 to N6 Art and Design (2008) from Thekwini College in Durban, and I am in the process of building my portfolio for consideration for my National DIPLOMA graduation. After completing my studies, I managed to secure brief opportunities to gain work experience at various small agencies but the level of exposure has been minimal. For the most part post my studies, I have been doing freelance design work creating posters, photography, CD covers, Logos and banners etc. I am a young and motivated individual with a willingness to learn. I have overcome many learning difficulties, special needs education, to get where I am today. I am proud to say that I have proved that through hard work and dedication, anything is possible.

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