I am a skilled Content Creator and Podcast Producer with experience across the creative industry from podcast production to video editing. I love organizing, creating schedules, managing budgets, production plans and client relationships in fast-paced environments. I bring ideas to the table by working in collaborative teams to deliver the best quality of work, and I’m excited to bring my energy to the team at 7x Content. My strengths include producing, recording, editing, and distributing podcast content across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TikTok and Instagram; creating high-engagement short-form content; and filming on studio and location shoots using Blackmagic and Sony FX9 cameras. I’m comfortable handling pre-production for branded content and TV commercials, including location scouting, casting, budgeting, and call sheets, and I enjoy working closely with talent and clients to create a relaxed, productive atmosphere.

Melissa Jackson

I am a skilled Content Creator and Podcast Producer with experience across the creative industry from podcast production to video editing. I love organizing, creating schedules, managing budgets, production plans and client relationships in fast-paced environments. I bring ideas to the table by working in collaborative teams to deliver the best quality of work, and I’m excited to bring my energy to the team at 7x Content. My strengths include producing, recording, editing, and distributing podcast content across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TikTok and Instagram; creating high-engagement short-form content; and filming on studio and location shoots using Blackmagic and Sony FX9 cameras. I’m comfortable handling pre-production for branded content and TV commercials, including location scouting, casting, budgeting, and call sheets, and I enjoy working closely with talent and clients to create a relaxed, productive atmosphere.

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I am a skilled Content Creator and Podcast Producer with experience across the creative industry from podcast production to video editing. I love organizing, creating schedules, managing budgets, production plans and client relationships in fast-paced environments. I bring ideas to the table by working in collaborative teams to deliver the best quality of work, and I’m excited to bring my energy to the team at 7x Content.

My strengths include producing, recording, editing, and distributing podcast content across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TikTok and Instagram; creating high-engagement short-form content; and filming on studio and location shoots using Blackmagic and Sony FX9 cameras. I’m comfortable handling pre-production for branded content and TV commercials, including location scouting, casting, budgeting, and call sheets, and I enjoy working closely with talent and clients to create a relaxed, productive atmosphere.

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Language

Afrikaans
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Executive at We Have A Meeting
September 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Led growth strategy for the company podcast across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok; grew YouTube subscribers from 6,000 to 12,000; grew Instagram from 120 to 2,000 and TikTok from 120 to 2,500; edited and produced long-form podcast episodes and high-performing short-form clips; developed YouTube thumbnail concepts, titles, and hooks to improve CTR and engagement; scheduled, uploaded, and optimised content; analysed keyword performance and platform analytics; filmed and edited video content to support agency marketing efforts; created branded social assets and liaised with podcast guests while producing animated episode trailers.
Content Creator and Podcast Producer at Soup Creative
April 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Lead the Podcast Department, overseeing studio bookings, production scheduling, and day-to-day operations. Plan, script, produce, and edit audience-focused podcast content across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube; produce both short-form and long-form video content; design and animate motion graphics; create and implement content for social media distribution using Metricool; manage client communications and coordinate all podcast projects to ensure timely, high-quality delivery; handle budgeting and quoting through Xero; oversee pre-production for branded content and TV commercials; mentor junior team members and manage production workflows; operate professional video and audio equipment; contribute to set and lighting design.
Digital Designer at JCDecaux Africa
April 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021
Created digital assets for Digital Out of Home (DOOH) platforms; managed content and flighting; conducted usability tests on animated projects; defined/visualised creative concepts; guided junior staff; collaborated with artists and content designers to meet client specifications.
Video and Motion Designer at The Armstrong Partnership
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Created motion graphics (lower thirds, titles, 2D animation); edited existing videos and animations; produced video content for B2B clients; colour graded footage; storyboard and animation design; contributed to pitches and set/lighting design.
Freelance Digital Designer at The Other Michael Jackson
March 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Improved graphics/images for websites and videos; created infographics for client presentations; collaborated with content creators on site designs; ensured brand identity across designs; delivered presentations and managed client proposals from brief to project completion.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Creative Brand Communications (Specialising in Multimedia Design) at Vega School of Brand Communications
January 11, 2030 - February 25, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other