Researching and reviewing new designs in manufacturing, sports innovations and DIYs
Oarabile Mokoka
Creative Designer
Pretoria
Summary
Humble, enthusiastic and creative individual with great welcoming personality. Always giving a little extra effort in everything that needs to be done not just for myself but all those around me. Resonating from my names Oarabile & Gaopalelwe - Answered & Undefeated, the below work experiences and skills have and still are honing the character Oarabile is today - Being the answer that embraces uniqueness but also learns from others, motivates and builds for a better future.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Industrial Designer
Pioneer Plastics
08.2022 - Current
- Champion the importance of inclusive design principles, ensuring products were accessible and usable by a diverse range of users.
- Apply ergonomic considerations into product designs, enhancing user comfort and safety during use.
- Supported sales team efforts by creating persuasive sales collateral that clearly communicated product benefits.
- Utilize CAD software to create detailed technical drawings for manufacturing purposes, minimizing production errors.
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Developed visually engaging marketing materials to support product launches and promotions.
Assistant Youth Soccer Coach
Blue Crane FC
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted head coach with organizing practice sessions and game-day activities, ensuring a smooth team operation.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain up-to-date on best practices and techniques within the coaching profession.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration among players through group exercises and team-building activities.
- Maintained accurate records of player attendance, performance metrics, and game statistics for analysis purposes.
- Assisted in maintaining discipline among team members both on and off the field.
- Provided support with transportation logistics for away matches, creating seamless travel experience for players.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills during practices and matches while simultaneously learning from Head Coach's expertise.
Creative Designer
Etiket
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Enhanced brand identity by designing visually appealing marketing materials and graphics.
- Assisted with event planning efforts by creating captivating promotional materials that generated interest from attendees.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks for timely completion and client satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality work under tight deadlines, maintaining a consistent level of excellence in all projects completed.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client needs promptly and efficiently during the design process.
Education
National Diploma in Industrial Design - Industrial Design
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Identity branding
Customer Service
Soccer fundamentals
Team Management
Adobe Creative Suite
Visual Communication
CAD Software
Manufacturing Processes
Identity branding
Accomplishments
- Won a 2nd Price Award for best design product in a sports related product category.
- Won a 3rd Place Award for best design product in a National Furniture design competition.
- Supervised team of 20 soccer players resulting in effective training drills.
- Collaborated with team of innovators in the development of major products at one of the biggest Innovation hubs in South Africa.
Interests
Trying and learning new things
Hobbies
- Playing soccer - most of my Fridays after work, I gather with my friends to compete with others at 5-aside indoor soccer tournaments.
- Gym and physical training activities
- I enjoy watching soccer matches both local and international.
- I enjoy watching mind-blowing/ challenging shows/ series or movies.
- Relaxing and unwinding with loved ones and friends over good food and drinks.
Timeline
Industrial Designer
Pioneer Plastics
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Youth Soccer Coach
Blue Crane FC
05.2019 - 05.2020
Creative Designer
Etiket
03.2018 - 04.2019
National Diploma in Industrial Design - Industrial Design
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2015 - 05.2017