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Charné Blume

Charné Blume

Summary

Results-driven marketing and public relations professional with over 12 years of progressive experience in brand management, media relations, advertising, CRM, and integrated marketing communications. Graduated Cum Laude with a National Diploma in Public Relations Management from Nelson Mandela University. Proven track record of leading national marketing initiatives, building strong brand equity, and executing high-impact, multi-channel campaigns. Currently responsible for overseeing the marketing operations of 18 entertainment venues, restaurants, casino, movies, and Hotel at Tsogo Sun. Skilled in developing and executing advertising strategies, promotional campaigns, event activations, and CSI initiatives. Adept at strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and budget management. Recognized for creative problem-solving, agile decision-making, and delivering measurable results in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marketing Manager

Galaxy Bingo EC & KZN | Hemingways Casino EL
06.2015 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive marketing strategies.
  • Developed engaging content
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance brand identity.
  • Annual Budget
  • Annual Promotions Planner.
  • Customer Relations Management
  • Developed advertising strategies across print and digital platforms.
  • Media Liaison
  • Cultivated trust and mutual understanding among stakeholders to drive organizational success.
  • Sponsorship (CSI and SAC programmes)
  • Marketing Report

Branch Manager

Reach for a Dream Foundation | Summerstrand, PE
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Planning and Administration (Compile Board Reports and Exco Meetings)
  • Annual Budget
  • Staff Management
  • Fundraising
  • Volunteer Management

Marketing Coordinator

Moffett on Main Lifestyle Centre | Walmer, PE
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Branding
  • Annual Budget
  • Annual Promotions and Exhibition Planner
  • Advertising
  • Media Liaison
  • Sponsorship (CSI and SAC programmes)
  • Marketing Report

Marketing Coordinator

Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre | Summerstrand, PE
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Budget
  • Annual Promotions and Exhibition Planner
  • Advertising

Education

Diploma - Public Relations Management

Nelson Mandela University
01.2012

National Senior Certificate - undefined

Linkside High School
01.2008

Skills

  • Marketing Strategy Development
  • Market Analyses
  • Digital and Performance Marketing
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Technical Tools & Platforms (Website design, Mobile Apps)
  • Brandy storytelling
  • Executive-level reporting

Language

English
Afrikaans

References

Charlton, Kerridge, Galaxy Bingo

Certification

Google Certificate in Digital Marketing and E-commerce

Timeline

Marketing Manager

Galaxy Bingo EC & KZN | Hemingways Casino EL
06.2015 - Current

Branch Manager

Reach for a Dream Foundation | Summerstrand, PE
01.2014 - 01.2015

Marketing Coordinator

Moffett on Main Lifestyle Centre | Walmer, PE
01.2012 - 01.2014

Marketing Coordinator

Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre | Summerstrand, PE
01.2011 - 01.2012

Diploma - Public Relations Management

Nelson Mandela University

National Senior Certificate - undefined

Linkside High School
Charné Blume