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I’m a seasoned creative professional, specializing in graphic design, multimedia production, and post-production. With a wealth of experience, I bring together project management skills, artistic flair, and technical expertise to deliver outstanding results across diverse projects. I have produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, which was featured in the YouTube Originals broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. I’ve led the direction, production, and editing of brand films for clients including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery; served as cinematographer for corporate films featuring Heineken and Yamaha; created multiple corporate brand identities for SMEs; and planned and executed SAWIMA’s corporate event from concept to delivery. These experiences shape my collaborative, detail-oriented approach to every project.…I’m a seasoned creative professional, specializing in graphic design, multimedia production, and post-production. With a wealth of experience, I bring together project management skills, artistic flair, and technical expertise to deliver outstanding results across diverse projects. I have produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, which was featured in the YouTube Originals broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. I’ve led the direction, production, and editing of brand films for clients including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery; served as cinematographer for corporate films featuring Heineken and Yamaha; created multiple corporate brand identities for SMEs; and planned and executed SAWIMA’s corporate event from concept to delivery. These experiences shape my collaborative, detail-oriented approach to every project.

Nanka Hawes

Graphic Designer, Video Editor, Motion Graphic Designer, +1

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I’m a seasoned creative professional, specializing in graphic design, multimedia production, and post-production. With a wealth of experience, I bring together project management skills, artistic flair, and technical expertise to deliver outstanding results across diverse projects. I have produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, which was featured in the YouTube Originals broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. I’ve led the direction, production, and editing of brand films for clients including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery; served as cinematographer for corporate films featuring Heineken and Yamaha; created multiple corporate brand identities for SMEs; and planned and executed SAWIMA’s corporate event from concept to delivery. These experiences shape my collaborative, detail-oriented approach to every project.…I’m a seasoned creative professional, specializing in graphic design, multimedia production, and post-production. With a wealth of experience, I bring together project management skills, artistic flair, and technical expertise to deliver outstanding results across diverse projects. I have produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, which was featured in the YouTube Originals broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. I’ve led the direction, production, and editing of brand films for clients including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery; served as cinematographer for corporate films featuring Heineken and Yamaha; created multiple corporate brand identities for SMEs; and planned and executed SAWIMA’s corporate event from concept to delivery. These experiences shape my collaborative, detail-oriented approach to every project.

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I’m a seasoned creative professional, specializing in graphic design, multimedia production, and post-production. With a wealth of experience, I bring together project management skills, artistic flair, and technical expertise to deliver outstanding results across diverse projects.

I have produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, which was featured in the YouTube Originals broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. I’ve led the direction, production, and editing of brand films for clients including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery; served as cinematographer for corporate films featuring Heineken and Yamaha; created multiple corporate brand identities for SMEs; and planned and executed SAWIMA’s corporate event from concept to delivery. These experiences shape my collaborative, detail-oriented approach to every project.

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Intermediate

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English

Advanced

Afrikaans

Advanced

Work Experience

Producer & Video Editor at Global Citizen

May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2025

Produced and edited a South African short documentary for Global Citizen in collaboration with International and Moving Pictures Productions in Los Angeles, California. The documentary was featured in the YouTube Originals global broadcast of the Vax Live Concert. The film sheds light on South Africa’s vaccination roll-out plan and tackles the issue of pandemic-related misinformation and mistrust. Successfully produced and edited diverse brand films for companies including Clinix Health Group, Global Citizen, and First National Battery.

Creative Production Manager at Fluxx Media

November 1, 2020 - Present

Managing creative production including design and video content creation. Responsible for leading production efforts and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Creative Director & Head of Production at Love Affair Production

November 1, 2020 - August 31, 2025

Directed, produced, and edited brand films and documentaries for various clients. Planned and executed brand identities for SMEs. Led the SAWIMA corporate event from concept to execution, covering design, event planning, and video production.

Freelance Videographer/Editor at Afrokaans (V-Entertainment Vuzu)

April 1, 2017 - August 31, 2025

Served as videographer capturing local entertainment events for Vuzu. Edited pre-recorded sessions during holiday seasons.

Publishing Manager at Microsoft

March 1, 2015 - August 31, 2025

Interned as Studio & Production Manager at 4Afrika Academy. Project managed the building and fitting of Microsoft's first Streaming Studio. Produced and edited livestreams and recordings for the Microsoft Virtual Academy. Content managed all online content and provided training and tutoring to multimedia students.

Video Production Tutor at University of Johannesburg

December 1, 2013 - August 31, 2025

Provided film production and editing tutoring to students. Conducted software training sessions on Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition. Organized and coordinated the multimedia technology curriculum.

Video Production Tutor at Market Photo Workshop

November 1, 2020 - August 31, 2025

Provided film production and editing tutorials to photography journalism students. Conducted software training sessions on Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition. Organized and coordinated multimedia course curriculum.

Brand Films & Documentary Lead / Creative Director & Head of Production at Love Affair Production

December 1, 2015 - November 1, 2020

Produced and directed brand films and documentaries for clients including Discovery, Nestle, McDonald’s, Old Mutual, Anglo American, Standard Bank, Clinix Health Group, TRESemmé, and AfroPunk; oversaw budgets, treatments, and production from pre-production to final delivery.

Freelance Videographer/Editor at Afrokaans / V- Entertainment (Vuzu)

July 1, 2013 - April 30, 2017

Produced and edited a diverse range of brand films; videography for Vuzu; edited livestreams and recordings; contributed to Microsoft Virtual Academy content as part of Vuzu and 4Afrika Academy collaborations.

Video Production Tutor at Market Photo Workshop

June 1, 2013 - November 1, 2020

Provided film production and editing tutoring; conducted software training in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition; organized and coordinated the multimedia course curriculum within the department.

Publishing Manager at Microsoft

April 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015

Publishing Manager for Microsoft Virtual Academy; oversaw video content publishing and related activities.

Video Production Tutor at Microsoft Virtual Academy

April 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015

Video production tutor for Microsoft Virtual Academy, providing film production and editing tutoring; content management for Microsoft Virtual Academy online.