I am a motivated professional transitioning into IT, with hands-on experience building and maintaining real-world websites and digital platforms. I learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and take ownership of projects from start to finish. I am eager to grow my skills, contribute practical digital solutions, and build a career in IT.

Melissa Norris

I am a motivated professional transitioning into IT, with hands-on experience building and maintaining real-world websites and digital platforms. I learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and take ownership of projects from start to finish. I am eager to grow my skills, contribute practical digital solutions, and build a career in IT.

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I am a motivated professional transitioning into IT, with hands-on experience building and maintaining real-world websites and digital platforms.

I learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and take ownership of projects from start to finish. I am eager to grow my skills, contribute practical digital solutions, and build a career in IT.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sales Representative / Team Leader at Sebata Innovations
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Responsible for ensuring the team maintains high productivity and monthly KPIs through coaching and transferring skills to employees.
Financial Advisor at Affinity Health (Outsurance Holdings)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Senior sales adviser; responsible for acquiring new business through cold calling and presenting insurance products.
Freelance Web Developer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed, deployed and maintained client websites and digital platforms (Fixxa, Sebata Innovations, Kotulang Travel, Kwashe), handling all aspects from consultation to deployment.
Sales Representative / Team Leader at Outsurance Holdings
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Responsible for acquiring new business through cold calling. Achieved Top Sales Advisor for 2015 and 2016. In Team Leader role, ensured team maintained high productivity and monthly KPI targets through coaching and transferring of skills to employees.
Sales Representative / Team Leader at Affinity Health (Outsurance Holdings)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Responsible for acquiring new business through cold calling; led a team to maintain high productivity and ensure monthly KPIs were met through coaching and transfer of skills.
Self-Employed Web Developer at Sebata Innovations
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built a professional website for a meat procurement company featuring product showcases and business information.
Self-Employed Web Developer at Kotulang Travel
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed an engaging travel experiences platform with destination highlights and booking information.
Self-Employed Web Developer at Kwashe Tech Solutions
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created a tech solutions studio website featuring interactive 3D animations using Three.js and React; re-established new business by expanding insurance client relationships formerly with OUTsurance.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Business
January 1, 2013 - January 22, 2026
RE5 (Regulatory Exam)
January 1, 2016 - January 22, 2026
National Certificate - Short-Term Insurance
January 1, 2020 - January 22, 2026
National Certificate - Long-Term Insurance
January 1, 2025 - January 22, 2026
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
National Certificate - General Management
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
RE5 (Regulatory Exam)
January 1, 2016 - January 22, 2026
Short-Term Insurance
January 1, 2025 - January 22, 2026
Long-Term Insurance
January 1, 2025 - January 22, 2026
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
RE5 Regulatory Exam
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
National Certificate in Generic Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
RE5 Regulatory Exam
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
National Certificate in Generic Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
National Senior Certificate (Matric)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services