Hi, I'm Nadia Jacobs, a dynamic professional with a BCom in Business Management and over five years of experience in the fashion, e-commerce, and brand development sectors. I have a passion for innovation and growth, combining a strategic mindset with creativity and a keen eye for detail. I specialize in fashion design, product development, business strategy, content creation, and digital marketing. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can lead teams, build meaningful connections, and turn ideas into impactful results. Known for my strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and easy communication, I am always eager to learn and grow, looking forward to new opportunities to contribute meaningfully.

Nadia Jacobs

Hi, I'm Nadia Jacobs, a dynamic professional with a BCom in Business Management and over five years of experience in the fashion, e-commerce, and brand development sectors. I have a passion for innovation and growth, combining a strategic mindset with creativity and a keen eye for detail. I specialize in fashion design, product development, business strategy, content creation, and digital marketing. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can lead teams, build meaningful connections, and turn ideas into impactful results. Known for my strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and easy communication, I am always eager to learn and grow, looking forward to new opportunities to contribute meaningfully.

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Hi, I’m Nadia Jacobs, a dynamic professional with a BCom in Business Management and over five years of experience in the fashion, e-commerce, and brand development sectors. I have a passion for innovation and growth, combining a strategic mindset with creativity and a keen eye for detail. I specialize in fashion design, product development, business strategy, content creation, and digital marketing.

I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can lead teams, build meaningful connections, and turn ideas into impactful results. Known for my strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and easy communication, I am always eager to learn and grow, looking forward to new opportunities to contribute meaningfully.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Brand Manager at Noac, Female Fashion Brand
May 1, 2022 - Present
Founded and managed a successful local female fashion brand, overseeing all aspects of business growth including creative direction, branding, e-commerce development, marketing, influencer collaborations, production, quality control, customer relations, and operational management.
Creative Consultant (Part-time & Remote) at Mood Makers
November 1, 2024 - Present
Provided strategic input on branding and creative direction, assisted in e-commerce strategy and web development, managed social media campaigns, and offered creative consulting to enhance media productions.
Creative assistant (Freelance) at HUSC Media
May 1, 2023 - Present
Assisted in shaping creative direction for photoshoots, managed administrative tasks to ensure smooth production processes, and provided innovative solutions and strategic guidance to enhance creative projects.
Founder & Manager at Amari CMT, Boutique Clothing Manufacturer
October 31, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Established and managed a boutique clothing manufacturer, overseeing business leadership, production, quality control, client collaboration, fabric sourcing, team management, sales, marketing, and overall strategy to ensure high-quality manufacturing and business growth.
Marketing Manager (Part-time & Remote) at Energy Master Builders
June 30, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Developed and executed data-driven marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement, managed social media channels, created and edited content, organized photoshoots, and drove community engagement and brand reputation.
General Manager (Full-time) at The Edit Atelier CMT
March 31, 2022 - July 23, 2025
Managed boutique CMT operations including production, quality control, client collaboration, fabric sourcing, team leadership, sales, marketing, and business growth until the company's closure.
Founder & Brand Manager at Noac, Female Fashion Brand
May 1, 2022 - Present
Founded and managed a successful local female fashion brand, overseeing all aspects of business growth including creative direction, branding, e-commerce, marketing, influencer collaborations, production, quality control, customer relations, and operational management. Developed and managed the e-commerce platform to optimize user experience and online sales, executed multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive brand awareness, and ensured a seamless shopping experience and strong client relationships.
Creative Consultant (Part-time & Remote) at Mood Makers
November 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted in e-commerce strategy, web development, branding, creative direction, social media management, and digital marketing. Provided creative support for media productions, ensuring alignment with project goals and brand aesthetics while managing administrative tasks to maintain smooth production processes.
Creative assistant (Freelance) at HUSC Media
May 1, 2023 - Present
Provided creative direction support in photoshoot planning and execution, managed administrative support during production, and contributed creative consulting to enhance overall creative direction of media productions.
Founder & Manager at Amari CMT, Boutique Clothing Manufacturer
October 31, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Established and managed a boutique clothing manufacturing business, overseeing business leadership, production, quality control, client collaboration, brand development, fabric sourcing, supply chain management, team leadership, sales, marketing, and operations. Led and mentored a team while streamlining manufacturing to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost management.
Marketing Manager (Part-time & Remote) at Energy Master Builders
June 30, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Developed and executed data-driven marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement. Managed social media platforms including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, created and edited visuals and content, planned and directed photoshoots, and fostered community engagement to maintain a strong brand reputation.
General Manager (Full-time) at The Edit Atelier CMT
March 31, 2022 - July 23, 2025
Established and managed a successful boutique CMT, overseeing garment manufacturing processes, client collaboration, business development, team leadership, quality control, staff management, sales, marketing, and daily operations, ensuring a hands-on approach to business management until company closure.
Founder & Brand Manager at Noac, Female Fashion Brand
May 1, 2022 - Present
Founded and managed a successful local female fashion brand, overseeing all aspects of business growth including creative direction, branding, e-commerce, marketing, influencer collaborations, production, quality control, customer relations, and operational management.
Creative Consultant (Part-time & Remote) at Mood Makers
November 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted with e-commerce strategy and web development, branding and creative direction, social media management and strategy, digital marketing, and content planning to enhance media productions.
Creative Assistant (Freelance) at HUSC Media
May 1, 2023 - Present
Supported creative direction for photoshoots, managed administrative tasks related to production, and provided creative consulting for media productions.
Founder & Manager at Amari CMT, Boutique Clothing Manufacturer
October 31, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Established and managed a successful clothing manufacturing boutique, focusing on business leadership, production and quality control, client collaboration, fabric and supply chain management, operations, team leadership, sales, marketing, and strategic planning.
Marketing Manager (Part-time & Remote) at Energy Master Builders
June 30, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Developed and executed data-driven marketing strategies including social media management and content creation to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
General Manager (Full-time) at The Edit Atelier CMT
March 31, 2022 - July 23, 2025
Managed a successful CMT boutique overseeing full garment manufacturing, client collaboration, production, supply chain management, operations, team leadership, business development, sales, marketing, and staff training.

Education

BCom Management Sciences at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
NQF Level 4 at Hoërskool Wesvalia
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
BCom Management Sciences at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
NQF Level 4 at Hoërskool Wesvalia
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
BCom Management Sciences at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
NQF Level 4 at Hoërskool Wesvalia
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Qualifications

Full Setter Certification Program, mastering advanced setter skills
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Productivity and Time Management Course, taught by Josh Paulsen on Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Brand Strategy Bootcamp: Develop Actionable Brand Strategies, taught by Scott Adam Lancaster on Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fashion Marketing Strategy: How To Promote & Sell Your Brand, taught by Nino Via on Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Store Design & Merchandising: Maximise the retail space, taught by Diana Paiva on Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers, taught by Nino Via on Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Appointment Setting: Full Setter Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Productivity and Time Management Course
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Brand Strategy Bootcamp: Develop Actionable Brand Strategies
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fashion Marketing Strategy: How To Promote & Sell Your Brand
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Store Design & Merchandising: Maximise the retail space
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Full Setter Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Productivity and Time Management Course
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Brand Strategy Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fashion Marketing Strategy: How To Promote & Sell Your Brand
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Store Design & Merchandising: Maximise the retail space
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
Fabrics for Fashion Design: Essential Learning for Designers
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Wholesale & Distribution, Other, Consumer Goods