Jana Van Coller

Motivated and adaptable BA Film and Media graduate with a solid foundation in digital content creation, communication, and virtual assistance. Known for excellent writing and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work well under pressure and deliver high-quality results. Enthusiastic about learning and committed to personal and professional growth in any environment.

Virtual Assistant (Remote - Private Client) at Self-Employed (2019-01 – Present)

• Provided administrative and communication support remotely
• Managed digital correspondence and diary scheduling
• Assisted with content editing and general organisational tasks

Social Media Contributor - Her Campus UCT at University of Cape Town (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Worked as part of a group creating weekly visual content for the Her Campus UCT Instagram page
• Selected a weekly theme and planned what each image would focus on
• Designed engaging social media images mainly using Canva

Photographer - Spanish Dance Students at Carli Olivier Bresser (2018-01 – 2018-12)

• Photographed dance students while working with Spanish dance teacher Carli Olivier Bresser
• The photographs were used for the dance school's end-of-year production

Part-Time Assistant at Carpe Diem Media (2018-01 – 2018-12)

• Assisted with packing and preparing materials for media distribution
• Handled administrative tasks and data entry

Intern - Department of Future Studies at Stellenbosch University (2019-01 – 2019-12)

• Supported organisation of academic events and internal communication
• Shadowed professors and assisted with research preparation
• Performed administrative duties including filing and document handling
• Photo editing for social media pages

Sportograf Photographer

HYROX Cape Town & Johannesburg | 2026

•Covered 2–3 event days, working 12+ hour shifts photographing high volumes of competitors.

•Captured fast-paced action while maintaining consistent image quality for participant purchase.

Race Photographer

2026 – Present

•Capture runners at race events for commercial event photography.

•Produce high-quality images for sale through platforms such as RaceSnap.

Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media – University of Cape Town (2023-12)

Matric Certificate – Vaalpark Articon (2017-12)