OBAKENG OTTO MPSHE

BLOEMFONTEIN

Summary

Competent events manager with proven ability to develop creative, effective and successful event strategies. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Adept at managing all aspects of event planning including logistics, venue selection and catering.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Vocalist

COLOURFUL SOULS

01.2018 - 10.2022

Selected and arranged music for 15 holiday performances and special events.
Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
Trained and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto and bass.
Collaborated with dance department in creating scores for choreography projects.
Sang and danced with creative ensembles and troupes for dramatic and comedic performances.

Sound Technician

SWISS PRODUCTIONS

01.2019 - 12.2021

Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.

Events Manager

MOSTABELA

01.2022 - Current

Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
Assembled creative and innovative event attractions based on internal capabilities.
Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.

Education

No Degree - Animal Genetics

UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE, BLOEMFONTEIN

01.2024

Skills

Records Maintenance
Client Meetings
Vendor Management
Managing Events Start to Finish

Venue Selection
Crisis Management
Records Management
Project Management

Timeline

Events Manager - MOSTABELA

01.2022 - Current

Sound Technician - SWISS PRODUCTIONS

01.2019 - 12.2021

Lead Vocalist - COLOURFUL SOULS