Communications strategist with 13+ years of experience developing audience-focused communication strategies, editorial storytelling, institutional communications, and digital marketing across cultural institutions, corporate organisations, and creative sectors. Proven ability to design and deliver integrated communication plans spanning websites, newsletters, social media, editorial content, exhibitions, public programmes, and partnerships—comfortable operating across strategy and execution while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Aluwani Ratshiungo

Communications strategist with 13+ years of experience developing audience-focused communication strategies, editorial storytelling, institutional communications, and digital marketing across cultural institutions, corporate organisations, and creative sectors. Proven ability to design and deliver integrated communication plans spanning websites, newsletters, social media, editorial content, exhibitions, public programmes, and partnerships—comfortable operating across strategy and execution while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

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Communications strategist with 13+ years of experience developing audience-focused communication strategies, editorial storytelling, institutional communications, and digital marketing across cultural institutions, corporate organisations, and creative sectors.
Proven ability to design and deliver integrated communication plans spanning websites, newsletters, social media, editorial content, exhibitions, public programmes, and partnerships—comfortable operating across strategy and execution while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

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Language

English
Fluent
Venda
Fluent
Xhosa
Beginner
Tsonga
Beginner
Tswana
Beginner

Work Experience

Content Manager at FUTURES Photography
November 1, 2025 - Present
Led the development and implementation of communications strategies across multiple programmes. Coordinated communications activities within institutional partners across Europe. Produced editorial content including newsletters, website copy, campaign messaging and promotional materials. Supported communications planning for exhibitions, residencies and educational programmes. Coordinated communication assets, timelines and workflows between partners, maintained consistency of institutional voice across digital channels, and collaborated with designers, coordinators and partner organisations to prepare and distribute communication materials.
Studio Manager at Studio Salvatore Vitale
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Coordinated production schedules and project timelines across exhibitions, publications and research projects. Managed project workflows, identified potential bottlenecks, and supported timely delivery. Coordinated with artists, collaborators, suppliers and institutions throughout the production process. Supported development and implementation of communications activities for exhibitions and studio projects, produced and adapted communication materials for digital platforms, and contributed to visual research, sourcing and production development. Also supported day-to-day operational management of the studio.
Senior Copywriter at Nedbank
August 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Developed user-centred content for digital products and customer communications. Wrote copy for websites, digital platforms and customer journeys. Worked closely with UX, design and business stakeholders to improve customer communications. Contributed content strategies aligned with business and customer experience objectives.
Senior Digital Copywriter at Momentum
January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Developed content across websites, email marketing, paid media and digital campaigns. Managed editorial calendars and campaign rollouts. Produced digital content supporting customer engagement and retention. Analysed campaign performance and recommended content improvements. Maintained consistency of brand voice across digital communication channels.
Content Specialist at SA Taxi
February 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021
Developed integrated content plans aligned with organisational objectives. Produced website content, blogs, newsletters and social media content. Supported internal and external communications initiatives. Managed digital content to ensure consistency across communication channels, and worked with stakeholders to deliver communication campaigns supporting business priorities.
Copywriter at SA Taxi
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Wrote marketing copy across digital, print and outdoor campaigns. Developed campaign messaging and supported content plans. Managed social media content and repurposed editorial features for digital channels. Compiled campaign reports and communicated insights.
Editor at The Threaded Man
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Directed editorial planning across culture and fashion content. Commissioned and managed contributors including writers and photographers. Oversaw publishing schedules. Maintained editorial quality and consistency across platforms.
Assistant Editor at Noted Man
December 1, 2015 - September 1, 2016
Supported editorial production and assisted with planning and scheduling of digital content. Coordinated contributors and publishing deadlines. Maintained editorial standards throughout production. Adapted editorial content for online publication and social media platforms, managed social media content, and repurposed editorial features for digital channels.
Account Manager at Random Window
November 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016
Managed content plans for agency clients. Developed social media content strategies. Wrote press releases and campaign communications. Coordinated client events and promotional activity, and supported client relationship management and administration.
Editorial Intern at Live Magazine SA
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Assisted with research, writing and preparation of content for publication. Managed social media accounts and repurposed content. Planned content calendars and created content for online publication.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2012 - August 2, 2026
Digital Brand Strategy at Vega
January 1, 2023 - August 2, 2026
The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing at LinkedIn Learning
January 1, 2023 - August 2, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Transportation & Logistics, Financial Services