Ane Swart

A highly motivated and adaptable professional with a strong background in design, operations, and project management. With over five years of experience in the events and design industries, I excel at developing creative solutions, overseeing operations, and ensuring projects are executed successfully. My expertise spans from technical design and team leadership to logistics and client relations.

I am passionate about design but open to new opportunities in management and operations, I bring a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and a drive for excellence in every project I undertake. I thrive in fast-paced environments and I'm always looking for ways to innovate and optimize processes.

Operations Assistant / Designer at Sound Stylists Cape Town (2024-07 – Present)

• Created quotes for upcoming events and job requests.
• Managed event projects to ensure smooth execution.
• Conducted stock take and oversee equipment management.
• Supervised warehouse staff to ensure job preparation aligned with event needs.
• Engaged with clients to secure business, compile quotes, and ensure event success.
• Handled office administration, including ordering supplies, submitting time sheets, and ensuring vehicle and equipment licenses remained up to date.
• Collaborated with suppliers to source necessary equipment and negotiate pricing.
• Coordinated and booked event crew.
• Managed branch operations following the manager's resignation, ensuring work intake and execution met high standards.
• Continued to create designs for clients while expanding expertise in management and operations.
• Increased operational efficiency by streamlining processes, improving turnaround times, and optimising resource allocation.

Head of Department - Designer at Ampere Event Technology (2019-06 – 2024-06)

• Led the design department, managing a team of designers.
• Trained and delegated work to team members, ensuring efficiency and skill development.
• Developed and presented visual concepts, gaining approval from management and clients.
• Created over 100+ design concepts using various software tools.
• Collaborated with project managers to ensure all designs met requirements and deadlines.
• Managed multiple design projects from concept to completion.
• Oversaw all work and maintained high standards of quality.
• Provided creative solutions to enhance branding and event presentations.
• Maintained efficiency under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Junior Draughtsperson at Wijnland Engineering Works (2017-06 – 2019-05)

• Produced CAD drawings from sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
• Consulted with architects, customers, and vendors to refine project scope.
• Revised designs to correct operational deficiencies and improve functionality.
• Assisted project managers with technical design adjustments.

Floor Plan Technician at Niche Communications (2017-01 – 2017-06)

Junior Architectural Draughtsperson (Intership) at FWJK Architecture (2016-05 – 2017-01)

NQF5 Architectural Technology – AIE, Academic Institute of Excellence (2017 – 2020)

FET Certificate in Computer Aided Drawing Office Practice (NQF4) – CTU Training Solutions (2015 – 2016)

Matriculated – High School Tygerberg (2010 – 2014)