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I am Chanté, a South African creative with experience in podcast production, video editing, social media, and photography. I’ve worked across multiple industries from tech to tattoos and non-profit foundations - telling stories that connect, preform, and grow.
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Language
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Work Experience
Junior Podcast Producer & Video Editor at ContentGo
February 1, 2025 - June 8, 2025Create and produce entire podcast episodes for clients in HR Tech (Wamly) and Finance (FFG), managing the process from raw footage to final export. Edit long-form video podcasts and create dozens of short-form reels and social clips from the core content. Design all visual assets for the podcasts, including thumbnails, title cards, and social media graphics. Developed the complete content strategy and brand framework for ContentGo's own social media launch.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Multiple Clients
July 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025Managed a portfolio of clients in the tattoo industry, developing brand guides and creating all social media content, campaigns, and copy. Achievements include driving significant audience growth for Lost Prophet Ink by increasing Instagram reach by 155% and TikTok views by 163%, and establishing a consistent online presence for The Howling Kitty.
Social Media Manager, Copywriter & PA at Creativ Collectiv X - Marketing Agency
December 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025Created social media strategies informed by analytics and performance tracking, and developed content for clients across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Orchestrated a corporate event from concept to execution, managing logistics, venue sourcing, vendor contracts, and design of awards and printed materials. Led creative execution of billboard advertising campaigns. Transcribed videos, created meeting minutes, and managed freelance schedules to ensure smooth project delivery.
Tattoo Apprentice & Social Media Manager at Vain Venom Ink
August 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023Created all social media content for the studio, launched a TikTok page producing videos with over 5,000 views. Managed artist schedules, client bookings, and all front-of-house communications.
Creative Director & Co-Owner at T&C Photography
January 1, 2015 - June 8, 2025Co-founded and established the creative vision for a family-run photography and videography business. Photographer on shoots including weddings and matric farewells, and sole videographer for all video projects.
Junior Podcast Producer & Video Editor at ContentGo
February 1, 2025 - June 8, 2025Create and produce entire podcast episodes for clients in HR Tech (Wamly) and Finance (FFG), managing the process from raw footage to final export. Edit long-form video podcasts and create dozens of short-form reels and social clips from the core content. Design all visual assets for the podcasts, including thumbnails, title cards, and social media graphics. Developed the complete content strategy and brand framework for ContentGo's own social media launch.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Multiple Clients
July 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025Managed a portfolio of clients in the tattoo industry, developing brand guides and creating all social media content, campaigns, and copy. Achieved significant audience growth for Lost Prophet Ink by increasing Instagram account reach by 155% and boosting TikTok profile views by 163%. Established a consistent and engaging online presence for The Howling Kitty from the ground up.
Social Media Manager, Copywriter & PA at Creativ Collectiv X - Marketing Agency
December 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025Created social media strategies informed by analytics and performance tracking, and developed content for clients across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Orchestrated a corporate event for client OQLIS from concept to execution, managing all logistics including venue sourcing, vendor contracts, and the design of awards and printed materials. Led the creative execution of a billboard advertising campaign, from quote enquiries to design and final print management. Transcribed videos, created meeting minutes, and managed freelance schedules to ensure smooth project delivery.
Tattoo Apprentice & Social Media Manager at Vain Venom Ink
August 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023Created all social media content for the studio, launching a TikTok page and producing videos that gained over 5,000 views. Managed artist schedules, client bookings, and all front-of-house communications.
Creative Director & Co-Owner at T&C Photography
January 1, 2015 - June 8, 2025Co-founded and established the creative vision for a family-run photography and videography business. Photographer on shoots including weddings and matric farewells, and sole videographer for all video projects.
Education
National Certificate at Open Window
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021National Senior Certificate at Afrikaans Hoër Meisieskool Pretoria
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020National Certificate at Open Window
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021National Senior Certificate at Afrikaans Hoër Meisieskool Pretoria
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020Qualifications
Copywriting, Social Media Management, Branding & Strategy
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025Tattoo Learnership Program
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Film Production & DaVinci Resolve (Intro - Masters Course)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020Copywriting, Social Media Management, Branding & Strategy
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025Tattoo Learnership Program
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Film Production & DaVinci Resolve (Intro - Masters Course)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare
Experience Level
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