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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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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
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