Lezario Ruiters

Innovative professional with a strong focus on Business Development and Strategic Partnerships. Cultivated stakeholder relationships and implemented effective project management strategies to drive industry growth. Leveraged adaptive problem-solving skills to navigate complex challenges and deliver impactful results.

Former Partner and Shareholder - Stay In The Room

(2016-01)

• Managed media assets within the company portfolio.
• Developed business strategies and sought funding from institutions like IDC and Afreximbank (CANEX) for a film studio precinct.
• Conducted client meetings, maintaining a strong focus on collaboration and goal alignment.
• Created various strategies and plans for companies such as business development.
• Maintained exceptional knowledge by keeping abreast of industry research and changes.
• Arranged initial meetings with potential clients to establish suitability.
• International Partners sought to develop a FILM Precinct in Gauteng, making it the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere at the time.
• Worked with a team to develop a sustainable business model for Stay In The Room Media, that will boost the film industry by providing an ecosystem for filmmakers to access funding and distribution.

Cinematography - Stay In The Room

(2016-01)

• Identify strategic partners and funding Partners to collaborate in building eco system.
• Filmed and edited various shows and projects for the company.
• Coordinated production archives, including footage and documentation.
• Delivered high-quality results under tight deadlines and scouted shoot locations.

Certificate of Higher Education - Matric - Bothaville High School (2012)

Bachelor of Arts - Film and Television - City Varsity