Hi, I’m Zandile Tshabalala. I’m an experienced Producer and Production Coordinator with a track record in fast-paced film, television, digital, and podcast environments. I excel at taking productions from planning to delivery, coordinating cast and crew, overseeing studio and field operations, and supporting post‑production workflows. I stay calm under pressure, keep meticulous schedules, and communicate clearly with both creative teams and stakeholders to keep projects on track. From my time at Media24 as an Executive Assistant and across multiple productions, I’ve built a reputation for reliability, proactive problem‑solving, and a professional front‑of‑house presence. I’ve organized calendars, streamlined onboarding and payments, managed on‑set logistics, and helped bring stories to life while maintaining brand standards and audience engagement.

Zandile Tshabalala

Hi, I’m Zandile Tshabalala. I’m an experienced Producer and Production Coordinator with a track record in fast-paced film, television, digital, and podcast environments. I excel at taking productions from planning to delivery, coordinating cast and crew, overseeing studio and field operations, and supporting post‑production workflows. I stay calm under pressure, keep meticulous schedules, and communicate clearly with both creative teams and stakeholders to keep projects on track. From my time at Media24 as an Executive Assistant and across multiple productions, I’ve built a reputation for reliability, proactive problem‑solving, and a professional front‑of‑house presence. I’ve organized calendars, streamlined onboarding and payments, managed on‑set logistics, and helped bring stories to life while maintaining brand standards and audience engagement.

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Hi, I’m Zandile Tshabalala. I’m an experienced Producer and Production Coordinator with a track record in fast-paced film, television, digital, and podcast environments. I excel at taking productions from planning to delivery, coordinating cast and crew, overseeing studio and field operations, and supporting post‑production workflows. I stay calm under pressure, keep meticulous schedules, and communicate clearly with both creative teams and stakeholders to keep projects on track.

From my time at Media24 as an Executive Assistant and across multiple productions, I’ve built a reputation for reliability, proactive problem‑solving, and a professional front‑of‑house presence. I’ve organized calendars, streamlined onboarding and payments, managed on‑set logistics, and helped bring stories to life while maintaining brand standards and audience engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Assistant at Media24
November 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Managed team and stakeholder calendars for efficient scheduling; reconciled six company credit cards monthly with accuracy; created and tracked staff birthday cards; coordinated internal communications and staff announcements; maintained office photo wall showcasing team milestones; ran social media campaigns to enhance brand presence; supported daily office operations and staff needs; organized monthly team-building social events; welcomed guests with a professional front-of-house experience; streamlined freelancer/vendor onboarding for timely payments; introduced a credit card booking system for project teams.
Production Assistant at Media24
November 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Supported various departments across multiple productions.
Producer at Briefly TV
September 1, 2025 - Present
Drove shoots from planning to delivery; handled scheduling and production logistics; sourced guests and coordinated talent and crew; secured locations and filming permits; oversaw on-set operations; reviewed and approved edited drafts to ensure visual storytelling quality.
Researcher / Production Assistant / Coordinator / Technical Assistant / Studio Assistant at Freelance / Media24 Productions
May 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Supported research and production coordination across multiple projects; on-set logistics, gear checks, and studio support; assisted with talent onboarding and vendor coordination.
Production Assistant / Cast Coordinator / Technical Assistant / Studio Assistant at Media24
May 24, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Supported various departments across multiple productions; cast coordinator: managed cast call times and schedules to ensure punctuality; acted as liaison between cast and crew for smooth communication; briefed cast before stepping on set to ensure clarity and readiness; ensured cast well-being; coordinated casting logistics; collected signed NDAs and release forms from cast and talent pre-show; rigged lights and cameras; inspected and tested equipment pre- and post-show; packed gear and restocked consumables; anticipated director of photography needs; operated teleprompter, Dana dolly slider, and Rhino slider; created rental lists when in-house gear was insufficient for concurrent productions; set up director’s monitor and configured transmission to control room; on-set operations across departments.
Remote Producer at Briefly TV
September 1, 2025 - Present
Produced and managed shoots from planning to delivery; handled scheduling and production logistics; sourced guests and coordinated talent and crew; secured locations and filming permits; oversaw on-set operations for smooth productions; reviewed and approved edited drafts to ensure visual and storytelling quality. Researcher duties included sourcing and contacting potential contestants and celebrity couples, verifying contestant information via calls and surveys, requesting video entry tapes, and collecting content and personal details with discretion.
Production Assistant at Media24
May 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Supported cast & crew scheduling and logistics across multiple productions; acted as liaison between cast and crew for smooth communication; briefed cast before stepping on set to ensure clarity and readiness; ensured cast well-being throughout production; coordinated casting logistics for streaming and filming; managed on-set logistics; set up director’s monitor and transmission; operated teleprompter and camera gear; helped with gear packing and restocking; created rental lists for in-house gear; anticipated DP needs for efficient on-set support.
Remote Producer / Researcher at Briefly TV
September 1, 2025 - Present
Produced and managed shoots from planning to delivery. Handled scheduling and production logistics. Sourced guests and coordinated talent and crew. Secured locations and filming permits. Oversaw on-set operations to ensure smooth execution. Reviewed and approved edited drafts to ensure visual and storytelling quality. Researcher responsibilities included sourcing potential contestants and celebrity couples, verifying information via calls and surveys, requesting video entry tapes to assess suitability, and collecting content and personal details with discretion.

Education

Diploma at Film School Africa
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Diploma, Film Production at Film School Africa
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Diploma in Film Production at Film School Africa
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services