Jani Hauptfleisch

Creative and highly organised professional with experience across retail, fashion, operations, marketing and event coordination. Passionate about creating valuable customer experiences and doing so in the most efficient and professional manner possible. Hardworking and adaptable with the ability to manage different responsibilities while maintaining positive work dynamics.

Shop Assistant at My Emporium (2026-07 – Present)

• Assist customers with sales.
• Restock and organise merchandise.
• Maintain a clean and tidy store.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Market Founder & Coordinator at Gold Diggers Market (2026-05 – Present)

• Organize and manage a weekly clothing market.
• Coordinate vendors and event logistics.
• Manage social media marketing and customer communication.

Freelance Stylist at Freelance (2025-01 – Present)

• Work with brands and on editorial shoots.
• Create visually cohesive looks through wardrobe selection, product styling and creative direction.
• Ensure styling aligns with the client's vision and brand identity.

South Africa Operations Manager / Remote Creative Support at Folk Vintage (2026-01 – 2026-06)

• Managed South African operations for a US-based vintage clothing company
• Oversaw day-to-day operational coordination and business support
• Assisted with brand management and online store operations

Store Manager at Courage (2025-04 – 2026-03)

• Responsible for daily store operations and leading the team.
• Manage stock orders and ensure excellent customer service.
• Oversee parts of social media management.
• Attend buying appointments.
• Style photoshoots to showcase products and strengthen brand identity.

Shop Assistant at Courage (2024-05 – 2025-04)

• Provided customer service and product recommendations.
• Responsible for restocking, merchandising, and store organisation.
• Assisted with styling for photoshoots, collaborating with the creative team.

TEFL Teacher at Remote (2023-09 – 2025-04)

• Taught English to children of all ages, from beginner to advanced levels.
• Delivered structured and interactive lessons to support language development.

Waitress / Bartender at Koeloaks (2023-10 – 2024-01)

• Served customers efficiently and provided excellent customer service.
• Managed bar service, including preparing and serving drinks.
• Supported smooth restaurant operations during busy periods.

Diploma in Social Media Marketing and Strategy – Alison (2026-06)

Diploma in Fashion Styling – Design Academy of Fashion (2025-08 – 2025-10)

Diploma in Fashion Design – Alison (2025-01 – 2025-08)

Course in 140 Hour Advance TEFL Course – TEFL.CO (2023-05 – 2023-08)

Course in Nutrition – Course Central (2022-11 – 2023-03)

Foundation Programme – Chefs Training & Innovation Academy (CTIA), Stellenbosch (2022-03 – 2022-10)

– Hoërmeisieskool Bloemhof, Stellenbosch (2016 – 2020)