Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
TELEVISION PUPPETRY
TELEVISION
COMMEICALS
FILMS
RADIO
THEATRE
Timeline
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Khaya Zondi

ACTOR, COMEDIAN, VOICE ARTIST
Jabulani

Summary

Professional puppetry expert prepared for dynamic role in field. Proven ability to craft compelling narratives and bring characters to life, captivating audiences with innovative performances. Collaborative team player committed to achieving outstanding results and adapting to project needs. Skilled in puppet design, manipulation, and voice acting, embodying qualities sought by leading entertainment organizations.

Experienced with character development, bringing authenticity and depth to each role. Utilizes vocal and physical techniques to enhance performance and convey emotion. Strong understanding of stage dynamics and audience engagement, ensuring impactful and memorable portrayals.

Theatre professional with strong background in directing and producing live performances. Skilled in team collaboration, creative problem-solving, and adapting to changing needs. Proven ability to inspire cast and crew, manage rehearsals, and ensure high-quality productions. Reliable and result-focused, with deep understanding of stagecraft, script analysis, and audience engagement.

Work History

Puppeteer - Kwa-Gundi YoTV Land

Urban Brew Studios

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  • Explored diverse themes through puppetry performances, contributing to cultural discourse within the community.
  • Mentored junior team members in proper puppet manipulation techniques, enhancing overall performance quality.

Siyakholwa "We Believe" SABC1

X CON Films
  • Collaborated with directors to develop memorable, visually striking scenes for successful theatrical productions.
  • Managed tight production schedules while maintaining high-quality work, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Actively participated in professional development activities such as conferences or workshops staying current with industry trends.
  • Developed strong memorization skills for quick mastery of scripts, enabling efficient preparation for auditions and performances.

PJ Party Rooster - YoTV

Urban Brew Studios
  • Offered suggestions to directors regarding roles, scenes and lines to improve output.
  • Utilized improvisational techniques during live performances when necessary, ensuring seamless continuity on stage or screen.
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Participated in table reads and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations.

Team Green - YoTV

Urban Brew Studios
  • Collaborated with directors and fellow actors to develop memorable characters and deliver compelling performances.
  • Studied scripts thoroughly, effectively memorizing lines and establishing a deep understanding of each character''s motivations.
  • Achieved a high level of professionalism through consistent punctuality, preparedness, and respect for colleagues during all aspects of the production process.

Do Rhey Mhi

Engage Entertainment
  • Adapted classic stories and literature into engaging puppet performances, introducing new audiences to timeless narratives.
  • Contributed creative input during pre-production meetings, refining concepts for maximum audience impact.
  • Mentored junior team members in proper puppet manipulation techniques, enhancing overall performance quality.

Mshoza Wam Film

Mogul Pictutres
  • Studied scripts thoroughly, delivering accurate and compelling portrayals of complex characters.
  • Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in scripts or stage directions, ensuring seamless performances for the audience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with crew members, creating a supportive and efficient work environment on set.

Education

Drama diploma -

Soyikwa institute of African theatre

Skills

Character development

Creative collaboration

Voice acting

Body language

Pupperteering

Voice overs

Director

Script interpretation

Comprehensive tech training

Audience engagement

Creative direction

Improvisation techniques

Physical theatre

Theatre production

Drama therapy

TELEVISION PUPPETRY

  • KwaGundi ‘Gundi’ YOTV
  • Siyakholwa ‘we believe’ SABC1
  • P.J Party Rooster, YO TV
  • Team green YOTV
  • DO RAY ME KyKnet

TELEVISION

CAMEO ROLES

COMMEICALS

  • Amstel Rush
  • Cell c lead

FILMS

  • Twisted supporting lead comedy
  • Mshoza wam’ Mogul pictures lead

RADIO

  • Radio drama various
  • TV voice overs various

THEATRE

  • Wrong day farce(comedy) national tour
  • Drama teacher Market lab (kids class)
  • Lion and the jewel Windybrow theatre, Mafinitha written and produced (comedy)
  • Lean on me Puppetry
  • Dadoos Valley multi discipline theatre (written and directed)
  • Rand water industrial theatre,forum
  • Writer. You tv. Sabc 1

Timeline

Puppeteer - Kwa-Gundi YoTV Land

Urban Brew Studios

Siyakholwa "We Believe" SABC1

X CON Films

PJ Party Rooster - YoTV

Urban Brew Studios

Team Green - YoTV

Urban Brew Studios

Do Rhey Mhi

Engage Entertainment

Mshoza Wam Film

Mogul Pictutres

Drama diploma -

Soyikwa institute of African theatre
Khaya ZondiACTOR, COMEDIAN, VOICE ARTIST