I am a multidisciplinary creative with experience across graphic design, photography, videography, and social media coordination. My background includes working on a range of content projects for corporate startups, event management teams, creative studios, and community-focused brands. This has allowed me to develop a strong understanding of how to create cohesive, visually compelling content while ensuring it remains platform-appropriate and aligned with brand identity.

Kris Swartbooi

I am a multidisciplinary creative with experience across graphic design, photography, videography, and social media coordination. My background includes working on a range of content projects for corporate startups, event management teams, creative studios, and community-focused brands. This has allowed me to develop a strong understanding of how to create cohesive, visually compelling content while ensuring it remains platform-appropriate and aligned with brand identity.

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I am a multidisciplinary creative with experience across graphic design, photography, videography, and social media coordination. My background includes working on a range of content projects for corporate startups, event management teams, creative studios, and community-focused brands. This has allowed me to develop a strong understanding of how to create cohesive, visually compelling content while ensuring it remains platform-appropriate and aligned with brand identity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Film & Media Intern at Nelson Mandela University
March 1, 2019 - June 11, 2021
Supported film and media production tasks, assisted with shoots, and contributed to post-production workflows. Assisted photographer for social media content and digital assets.
Social Media Manager at Propella Business Incubator
June 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Oversee social media strategy; produce short and long-form video content; manage content calendar; coordinate with stakeholders and support branding & marketing initiatives.
Digital Content Creator at Kris Si Kreations (Pty) Ltd
February 1, 2022 - Present
Produces short and long-form video content for social channels; photography; coordinates social media content calendar; supports design & branding initiatives.
Director of Photography & Post-Production at Embal Shamba
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Oversee camera operations, framing, lighting, and post-production workflow for interview and contextual videos; produce professional social impact video content; coordinate with teams on visual storytelling.
Junior Graphic Designer at Toynbee Dance Academy
June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Conceptualise and design packaging, menus, vehicle wraps, and marketing collateral; develop social media assets; create mockups for branding and materials.
Graphic Designer at The Chefs Playground Group
May 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Conceptualise and design branding progress reports; packaging and menu design; social media assets; branding and promotional materials.
Marketing Director (Founder) at Kris Kreations (Pty) Ltd
October 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025
Oversees marketing strategy, branding, and content creation; leads development of corporate communications, campaigns and partnerships for a founder-led business.
Digital Content Creator at The Chefs Playground Group
May 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Produces short and long-form video content to support culinary academy activities; photographs and creates social media content; coordinates social media content calendar.

Education

at Nelson Mandela University
February 1, 2018 - December 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts: Media, Communication & Culture at Toynbee Dance Academy
February 1, 2018 - December 1, 2020

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts: Media, Communications and Culture
February 5, 2018 - November 30, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other