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

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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Language

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.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech Multimedia at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
National Diploma in Multimedia at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
National Diploma in Graphic Design at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Full Matriculation Exemption (IEB) at Kingswood College, Makhanda (Grahamstown)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
National Diploma in Multimedia at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
National Diploma in Graphic Design at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Driver Licence: C1
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Certificate: Documentary Filmmaker’s Workshops Master Class Sports: Rugby Colors
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Professional Services