Jessica Kalis

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Hotseat Agency
September 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and executed innovative social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. Managed and optimized content calendars across various platforms to ensure consistent and impactful messaging. Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends, improve strategies, and achieve key account goals.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Sam K Events
January 1, 2025 - Present
Managed Instagram and Facebook accounts, scheduled posts, and maintained consistent content flow. Engaged with the community and created light design work for social media visuals.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Terry Perlman Interior Decorators
May 1, 2025 - Present
Managed Instagram and Facebook platforms, created and scheduled content aligned with the brand aesthetic, handled light design work, and ran paid media campaigns. Responsible for community management.
Social Media Manager (Volunteering) at Ubud Rice Field House, Bali, Indonesia
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created engaging content showcasing the hostel's vibrant atmosphere and unique experiences. Managed social media accounts to increase brand exposure and attract guests. Organized and participated in on-site activities to generate content. Monitored performance metrics to refine strategies and enhance reach.
Newsletter Editor at UK-based company
December 31, 2023 - August 15, 2025
Compiled monthly newsletters that effectively showcased products, honed digital creativity, and expanded expertise on an international scale.
Marketing Project Lead & Social Media Strategist at Blue Skies Aerial Photography
September 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Develop brand-aligned marketing strategies and implement insight-driven digital plans. Lead reporting, trend analysis, and project coordination to improve engagement and reach. Manage branded communications, content planning, and client updates.
Marketing Project Lead & Social Media Strategist (Freelance) at Setamono Tableware
October 1, 2025 - Present
Develop seasonal marketing projects, align brand communications, and lead content planning. Create campaign briefs, coordinate content calendars, and drive client updates and reporting to support brand objectives.
Campaign Project Lead & Social Media Strategist (Freelance) at Blue Skies Aerial Photography - Alaska
September 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Develop brand-aligned marketing strategies and implement insight-driven digital plans. Lead reporting, trend analysis, and project coordination to improve engagement and reach. Manage branded communications, content planning, and client updates.
Campaign and Social Media Strategist (Freelance) at Seta Mono Tableware
October 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Campaign and Social Media Strategist (Freelance). Develop brand-aligned marketing strategies and implement insight-driven digital plans. Lead reporting, trend analysis, and project coordination to improve engagement and reach. Manage branded communications, content planning, and client updates.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Matric at Reddam Constantia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot at HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot at HubSpot Academy
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot at HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot at HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot at HubSpot Academy
January 1, 2025 - January 6, 2026

Qualifications

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing
January 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing
January 1, 2024 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing
January 1, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certificate in Digital Marketing - HubSpot
January 1, 2025 - January 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Education