I am a freelance media professional with almost three decades of experience in writing, photography, videography, media, communications, PR and events. Based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa - but I work across the country, and internationally too. For more information and my photo and video portfolio, have a look at my website: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Colin Mileman

I am a freelance media professional with almost three decades of experience in writing, photography, videography, media, communications, PR and events. Based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa - but I work across the country, and internationally too. For more information and my photo and video portfolio, have a look at my website: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I am a freelance media professional with almost three decades of experience in writing, photography, videography, media, communications, PR and events. Based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa - but I work across the country, and internationally too. For more information and my photo and video portfolio, have a look at my website: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Intermediate

Work Experience

Self-Employed Owner / Freelancer at Mileman Media
January 1, 2004 - Present
Journalism and writing, communications, PR and media relations: corporate, product, motorsport, manufacturing, CSR, related industries, publications, social media and website content creation/management. Photography and videography (including scripting, shooting, editing and post-production) for automotive industry and motorsport clients, and other non-automotive clients. Media, product and corporate event planning and management.
Writer and Editor at Topcar and Topbike magazines
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Started as staff writer, and worked up to editor of Topcar - South Africa’s second-largest monthly motoring magazine covering local and international content. Helped establish Topbike magazine as a sister title and appointed editor.
Trainee at South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ)
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Selected as first post-graduate trainee for SAGMJ bursary programme, in-service training with several of South Africa’s premier automotive, motorsport and industry publications and a leading vehicle manufacturer (Communications and PR).

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree at Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Motorsport South Africa accredited photographer (10+ years)
January 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Member of South African Freelancers Association (SAFREA) (10+ years)
January 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Former member of SA Guild of Motoring Journalists and Car of the Year Juror
January 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services