Nkululeko Vilakazi
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Driven and passionate marketer, photographer, and videographer leveraging marketing management qualification from IMM Graduate School to infuse every project with a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility, and ability to overcome obstacles while staying true to the creative vision.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer - Level 2
Norwegian Cruise Line
02.2025 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Photographer - Level 1
Norwegian Cruise Line
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Marketing Intern
Solenis
03.2023 - Current
- Assisting in the research, development, and production of media content
- Collaborating with the content team to generate ideas and concepts for videos, articles, and other forms of media
- Conducting research and gathering information for content creation, including fact-checking, data analysis, and source verification
- Participating in video and audio editing processes, including cutting, assembling, and enhancing media content
- Supporting social media efforts by creating engaging content, monitoring comments, and analyzing metrics
- Conducting market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities
- Staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute innovative ideas
- Assisting in the coordination of promotional campaigns and events related to media content
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including marketing, design, and production, to ensure cohesive content delivery
- Taking on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors to support the overall media production process
Videographer
GMM Media
08.2019 - Current
- Camera operator who broadcasts live streaming church services on social media platforms
- Select, assemble and position equipment (cameras, stands, software etc.)
- Prepare cameras and test angles and camera movements
- Shoot scenes according to requirements
- Maintain visual quality on feeds
- Manage overlaying and updating of graphics live to air
- Cueing of live pastors, minister, and singers to air
Camera Operator
Snakes & Ladders
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Capture and create visual images for an exceptional range of creative, technical and documentary purposes
- Work to a brief set by the client or employer
- Carry out research and preparation for a shoot
- Work in different locations and circumstances to get the right image
- Taking the raw footage, both photo and video footage, and turning it into the final product
PPT/Salesperson
Typo
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Understanding of delivering the very highest standards of customer service
- Completing tasks with a sense of urgency
- Confidence to actively introduce new and exciting products to customers and drive to achieve sales budgets
Christmas Contractor
Typo
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Understanding of delivering the very highest standards of customer service
- Completing tasks with a sense of urgency
- Confidence to actively introduce new and exciting products to customers and drive to achieve sales budgets
Christmas Contractor
Typo
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Understanding of delivering the very highest standards of customer service
- Completing tasks with a sense of urgency
- Confidence to actively introduce new and exciting products to customers and drive to achieve sales budgets
Education
Marketing Management -
IMM Graduate School of Marketing
Johannesburg01.2021
High School/Matric -
General Smuts High School
Vereeniging11.2013
High School -
Hoerskool Uitsig
Centurion11.2010
Skills
- Photo Editing (LightRoom)
- Video Editing (Davinci Resolve)
- Photography
- Videography
- Strategic Marketing
Photography Portfolio - Link
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u2DFqxSD7T_bZlfBT1TSGyx44O71kjE_?usp=sharing
Timeline
Photographer - Level 2
Norwegian Cruise Line
02.2025 - Current
Photographer - Level 1
Norwegian Cruise Line
06.2024 - 12.2024
Marketing Intern
Solenis
03.2023 - Current
Camera Operator
Snakes & Ladders
05.2021 - 11.2022
Videographer
GMM Media
08.2019 - Current
PPT/Salesperson
Typo
08.2017 - 11.2017
Christmas Contractor
Typo
11.2016 - 01.2017
Christmas Contractor
Typo
11.2015 - 01.2016
Marketing Management -
IMM Graduate School of Marketing
High School/Matric -
General Smuts High School
High School -
Hoerskool Uitsig
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