Thandolwetu Sipuye

601 Jozi House

29 Kerk Street
Johannesburg
Cellphone: 078 215 2529
E-Mail: tsipuye@gmail.com
24 February 2014

To Whom It May Concern,


APPLICATION FOR VACANCY: DIGITAL COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

I am an experienced, young, competent, creative, innovative and energetic
communications and research professional, keenly interested in the communications
field, multimedia industry, the creative arts and social sciences.

I have a Diploma in Media Studies & Journalism, with experience in the corporate
communications and media field. I also hold a BA Degree and BA Hons with
Anthropology and History as majors. In 2008, I was awarded a Certificate by the
University of the Western Cape (UWC) for participation in the Rip-Mix Learn project
which aimed to enhance communication in teaching-and-learning, research, and
business activities of the University of the Western Cape through the effective use of
digital media technologies.

I currently work for the Steve Biko Foundation as a media & communications officer.
At the Foundation I am responsible for developing and executing the organizations
media, public relations and executive strategy, managing the online presence of the
Foundation, liaising with internal and external stakeholders and clientele,
coordinating and overseeing the overall production of print, online and broadcast
materials. My other responsibilities at the Steve Biko Foundation include the general
management and maintenance of the Foundations online contact database, social
media administration and management, building and maintain
relationships/partnerships with relevant media and other parties, managing the
Foundation corporate brand image and preparing reports and media stats for senior
management.

Previously I worked for the Cape IT Initiative as a communications officer
responsible for all corporate media communications, press releases, development
and implementation of advertising, branding and marketing strategies and
programmes. My responsibilities also included social media activation &
management, website content management, photography, writing and designing
content for all both online and print newsletters and managing promotional
materials.

Ive also worked as an intern communications officer for EOH responsible for
communication with all relevant stakeholders, website content management, social
media activation and management, marketing and public relations.

I also worked for the E-Learning Division - Digital Media Studios (DMS) at the
University of the Western Cape responsible for office administration, and the
creative development of digital multimedia learning objects to enhance and enrich
online course content for digital learning and teaching experience for both students
and teachers. I was also responsible for photography, videography, video editing
and uploading learners content on the Universitys online platforms.

I have also worked as a freelance Journalist for a community based magazines,
Uhuru Spirit and the Black Voice, which published some of my articles.

I have also worked with the History Department at the University of the Western
Cape as a researcher on issues related to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission
(TRC), conflict resolution, crime and violence in post-apartheid South Africa.

I have served as chairperson, media liaison officer, office administrator, and curator
of H.I.M. Society, an organization at UWC that uses creative multimedia platforms
to promote African history and culture, the arts, education about health issues such
as HIV/AIDS and TB and issues of social justice - through the use of creative art and
multi-media platforms such as music, dance, drama performances, documentary
screenings and discussions, book reading and poetry sessions and photographic
exhibitions.

I have exceptional organizational, administrative, management, research, writing,
and editing skills cultivated through my experience and exposure to the creative
arts, media, communication and research fields. I have handled a wide range of
creative media services at various levels, collaborating with both my seniors and
peers to produce the most effective communications strategies and plans.

I have a keen interest in the media and issues related to communication tools and
technological innovations. I am young & energetic, focused & diligent, creative &
innovative. I have strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills, which
allows me to work efficiently and productively with co-workers, but I can also stay
focused and work progressively when working independently. I am also a very
quick learner and am willing to take new challenges.

My experience in research, office administration, the media and communications
field and the creative arts has taught me how to be dynamic, flexible and able to plan
ahead using effective strategies to make the work I do progressive and efficient.

I would like an opportunity to gain more experience but also be able to exercise the
knowledge and organizational skills which I have acquired over the years.

Please do not hesitate to contact me on the provided contact details.

Thank you very much

Yours Humbly,
T. Sipuye