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Andries Chobane

Wardrobe assistant, Wardrobe stylist, backstage manager, Freelancer
Johannesburg,GP

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged quick thinking and teamwork at Jam Events, Just Tonight Josephine and The Wardrobe Studio to enhance show quality and backstage efficiency. My experience spans technical support to wardrobe management, significantly improving communication and safety protocols. My blend of hard and soft skills fosters seamless production flows and visually appealing stage designs, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in all aspects of theater production.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Backstage Crew Member

Jam Events
Johannesburg
09.2018 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized backstage areas, fostering a professional working environment for all team members.
  • Provided technical support for lighting, sound, and rigging systems, contributing to seamless production flow.
  • Ensured safety of performers and crew with diligent adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
  • I collaorate with the Jam Events Production team twice a year for 2 weeks in Johannesburg and Capetown to ochestrate a production project.

REFERENCE:

Contact: Samantha Mcgrath 083 384 3157

Joanne Jaques 083 604 0956

Wardrobe Assistant

Just Tonight Josephine
Johannesburg
03.2017 - Current
  • Assist clients in choosing suitable suits, costumes for evening wear, matric dance and awards.
  • Administer bookings and appointments.
  • Facilitate and assist in making alterations.
  • Assist on set and production gigs.
  • Sales representative

Contact: Lynn Driver 082 991 2187

Craft Station Manager

Food on the Move
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Optimized inventory control systems to minimize waste and maximize resources available for daily operations.

Operated the craft station under Rapid Blue for "First Date South Africa" and "The Bachelor season finale" in 2020

Contact: Arnold Tanzer 083 456 4390

Wardrobe Stylist Assistant

The Wardrobe Studio
Johannesburg
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with clients to organize and restyle wardrobes.
  • Assisted in purchasing garments and accessories, helping clients dress more fashionably for events.
  • Utilized wardrobe to model and sell a detailed image of costumes and produce stylized images to present to clients.

Contact: Nerine Pienaar 082 413 8346

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa
02.2021 - 09.2024

Certificate - Peer Counselling

Johannesburg Parent And Child Counselling Center
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2015 - 09.2016

Skills

Quick Thinking

Additional Information

Volunteered at the Nelson Mandela CHOC foundation in Killarney in the duration of my school holidays 2015-2017

I was a prefect (Senior leader) in high school

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Pretoria
02.2021 - 09.2024

Craft Station Manager

Food on the Move
06.2020 - 09.2020

Backstage Crew Member

Jam Events
09.2018 - Current

Wardrobe Stylist Assistant

The Wardrobe Studio
06.2018 - 12.2018

Wardrobe Assistant

Just Tonight Josephine
03.2017 - Current

Certificate - Peer Counselling

Johannesburg Parent And Child Counselling Center
09.2015 - 09.2016
Andries ChobaneWardrobe assistant, Wardrobe stylist, backstage manager, Freelancer