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I am a diligent and perceptive BA Humanities graduate currently pursuing my Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science at UCT. I am experienced in managing multiple priorities, as I am also a social media book influencer and online small business owner. My passions lie in information accessibility, community welfare, social justice, and supporting the local media, arts and culture industry. I have developed a broad range of technical and creative skills through my academic, work and extracurricular activities. I aim to devote every skill and opportunity I am blessed with to personal and community development.…I am a diligent and perceptive BA Humanities graduate currently pursuing my Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science at UCT. I am experienced in managing multiple priorities, as I am also a social media book influencer and online small business owner. My passions lie in information accessibility, community welfare, social justice, and supporting the local media, arts and culture industry. I have developed a broad range of technical and creative skills through my academic, work and extracurricular activities. I aim to devote every skill and opportunity I am blessed with to personal and community development.

Aqeelah Ally

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I am a diligent and perceptive BA Humanities graduate currently pursuing my Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science at UCT. I am experienced in managing multiple priorities, as I am also a social media book influencer and online small business owner. My passions lie in information accessibility, community welfare, social justice, and supporting the local media, arts and culture industry. I have developed a broad range of technical and creative skills through my academic, work and extracurricular activities. I aim to devote every skill and opportunity I am blessed with to personal and community development.…I am a diligent and perceptive BA Humanities graduate currently pursuing my Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science at UCT. I am experienced in managing multiple priorities, as I am also a social media book influencer and online small business owner. My passions lie in information accessibility, community welfare, social justice, and supporting the local media, arts and culture industry. I have developed a broad range of technical and creative skills through my academic, work and extracurricular activities. I aim to devote every skill and opportunity I am blessed with to personal and community development.

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I am a diligent and perceptive BA Humanities graduate currently pursuing my Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science at UCT. I am experienced in managing multiple priorities, as I am also a social media book influencer and online small business owner.

My passions lie in information accessibility, community welfare, social justice, and supporting the local media, arts and culture industry. I have developed a broad range of technical and creative skills through my academic, work and extracurricular activities. I aim to devote every skill and opportunity I am blessed with to personal and community development.

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Work Experience

Work Integrated Learning (Libraries) at UCT Libraries

January 1, 2025 - Present

Spent two weeks working among the different UCT academic libraries. Gained library and information service skills in acquisitions, shelving, bibliometrics, and collection management.

Work Integrated Learning at District 6 Museum

January 1, 2025 - Present

Spent a week assisting the archive team. Gained hands-on experience in resource archiving, history preservation, and community development.

Part-time Student Worker at UCT Career Service

January 1, 2024 - Present

Assisted with administration, event preparation and reception work. Sharpened flexibility, time management, quick-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Career Service Internship at UCT Career Service

January 1, 2024 - Present

Supported the project management team through an intensive 3-week internship. Developed corporate communication, organisation, perseverance and teamwork skills.

Casual Staff Writer & Editor at HER Campus UCT

January 1, 2024 - Present

Authored compelling and well-researched magazine articles. Proofread and edited other articles across a range of topics. Gained knowledge on the ethical and administrative processes of media communication.

Social Media Influencer at Self-employed

January 1, 2019 - Present

Representing top South African book publishers; promoted reading and culture initiatives; ARC, Alpha and Beta reader involved in editing and reviewing authors’ work; skilled in content creation and social media trends.

Independent Online Bookstore Owner at Self-employed

January 1, 2023 - Present

Experienced in handling clients and sales; knowledgeable about consumer trends and demand.

Catering Staff at Oh So Delish! Catering Company

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021

Employed in serving, décor and cleaning positions; required strong levels of patience, problem-solving and communication skills.

Social Media Books Influencer at Self-employed / Publisher Partnerships

January 1, 2019 - Present

Represented top South African book publishers (e.g., Penguin Random House, Pan Macmillan, Jonathan Ball); created content promoting reading and culture initiatives; conducted ARC/Alpha/Beta reading and editing.

Independent Online Bookstore Owner at Independent Online Bookstore

January 1, 2023 - Present

Managed client relationships, sales and monitored consumer trends and demand for books.

Catering Team Member at Oh So Delish! Catering Company

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021

Served, décor and cleaning duties; demonstrated patience, problem-solving and communication skills.