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I’m David Kwanda, a versatile professional blending management, photography, and sound engineering to deliver seamless service and creative outcomes.
I thrive in collaborative environments, lead teams of up to seven, and enjoy translating client needs into polished experiences—from cafe operations to live productions.
Experience Level
Work Experience
Store Manager at Seattle Coffee Co.
January 1, 2019 - June 30, 2024Managed daily store operations for Seattle Coffee Co., ensured smooth day-to-day running, handled customer complaints and inquiries, and maintained service standards. Built relationships with regular customers, addressed feedback, and provided personalized service. Coordinated with kitchen and FOH staff to ensure seamless service and upsell menu items. Assisted with events, inventory, and staff scheduling, and contributed to marketing and guest experience improvements.
Audio Engineer at Agape Audio Solutions
October 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Provided audio engineering support for live events and studio projects. Coordinated with producers and performers to guide live productions, regulated volume levels and sound quality, and minimized unwanted noise. Operated DAWs and mixers to record audio files and collaborated with clients to understand audio requirements for various projects including live events, studio recordings, and post-production.
Waiter at Seattle Coffee Co.
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Greeted and welcomed guests, memorized menu offerings to improve service and upsell. Maintained high standards of hospitality, anticipated guest needs, and ensured satisfaction throughout the dining experience. Collaborated with Kitchen and FOH staff to deliver seamless service.
Audio Engineer at Audio Solutions
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Coordinated live event audio with producers and performers, managed volume levels and sound quality to minimize unwanted noise, set up and placed ambient sound microphones, and operated DAWs and mixers to record audio files for productions.
Photographer at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - PresentGreeted clients, planned and executed portrait shoots, edited images with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, created stock landscapes for stock websites, produced social media content for clients, and delivered high-quality images on time.
Education
Diploma in Photography at Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Certificate in Photography at Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024 at Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026Qualifications
Diploma in Photography
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Certificate in Photography
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024Certificate in Photography
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024Certificate in Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other
Experience Level
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