Mandla Mathenjwa

Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client's needs and vision. Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind. Preparing mockups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.

Graphic Designer - Print Doctor

(2019-04 - 2022-09)

• Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client's needs and vision.
• Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind.
• Preparing mockups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
• Editing proofs to client's specifications and getting signoff/approval before finalising artwork.
• Working and collaborating with other designers.
• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line.
• Adhering to a client's brand identity and guidelines.
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about progress of projects and any issues that may arise.
• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time.

Media Oversee - Salem Assembly

(2012-01 - 2023-11)

Part-time

• In-charge of all media equipment
• Manage services shoots with audio, lighting and camera-work
• Edit and create videos for DVD sales
• Conceptualize and direct video shoots on live video productions
• Create posters and host church website/ social media platforms
• Media Team Leader

2nd Assistant Director - Ochre media (Greed & Desire (Mzansi Magic Telenovela))

(2016-02 - 2016-04)

• Cast and Extra co-ordination
• Bridge between production and crew
• Ensuring crew members communications in terms of radios
• Scheduling scenes line-up and implementation

Locations and Unit Assistant (Freelancer) - Moonlighting (Die Rebellie van Lafras Verwey)

(2015-05-07 - 2015-06-14)

• Point of contact to matters of Locations
• Ensuring crew members communications in terms of radios
• Ensuring a smooth unit movement on and off set
• First and Last on Set (Setting up entire Location)
• Driving

Owner - Endumbeni Productions

(2007-10 - 2018-12)

• Branding and Advertising
• Video Producing
• PC Repairs
• Photography
• Web Design
• Printing
• Corporate Graphic Designs (Billboards, Books, Posters, Calendars, etc)

Receptionist - Global Life Insurance & Brokers

(2006-04 - 2007-08)

Reason for leaving: Company Close Down

• Answering phone calls
• Make appointment with clients
• Do all basic office support
• Maintain good relationship between the company and its client by updating all necessary documents, fax or email at a right time

Graphic Designer & Photographer - Raw Africa Image (Advertising department of Swazi Trails)

(2004-10 - 2006-02)

Reason for leaving: Retrenched

• Marketing & Promotions
• Photography
• Graphic designing
• Digitally imaging & Photo Editing
• Managing the photographic library
• Acknowledge photographic equipment

Diploma in Film & Television - Newtown Film & Television School (2011 - 2013)

National Diploma in Information Technology - Oxford College (2005 - 2005)

O' Level Certificate (GCE) - Ndzevane High School (1999)