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Sbu  Mpungose

Sbu Mpungose

Communications Specialist
Amsterdam

Summary

I am an award-winning magazine editor, and communications specialist. I’m skilled in PR management, which includes demonstrable experience in media relations, crisis communications, and content management. I've dedicated myself to the art of storytelling, creative ingenuity, and a steadfast commitment to achieving outstanding results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

PR and Publicity Manager, SSA

Netflix
03.2022 - Current

As a PR and Publicity Manager, I craft and leading dynamic communications campaigns, fostering positive conversations with stakeholders, securing high-impact media coverage, and building lasting relationships—all aimed at driving brand success.

  • Increased brand awareness through development and implementation of successful public relations campaigns
  • Authored fresh and engaging press releases and prepared complete press kits
  • Reviewed marketing materials and documents for brand accuracy and trending design

DStv Senior PR Manager: Social Media & Sponsorship

MultiChoice
10.2020 - 12.2021

Consumer advocate and ideas nurturer. Facilitating positive experiences between the DStv brand and various external stakeholders, mainly subscribers and media. Support internal business partners with broad communications services. Successfully helped launched new DStv products in the market by providing communications support.

External Communications Manager, SA

HEINEKEN
04.2018 - 09.2020

Positioning HEINEKEN SA as a responsible corporate citizen and steering crisis communications efforts.

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability
  • Media trained executives and facilitated executive media profiling

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Brand Communication

VEGA
South Africa
01.2024 - 05.2024

Skills

Media Relations

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Accomplishments

AWARDS

Advantage Editor of the Year (2006); Vodacom Women In Media: Media Rising Star (2009); Recipient of Mail & Guardian 200 Young People To Take Out To Lunch

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Brand Communication

VEGA
01.2024 - 05.2024

PR and Publicity Manager, SSA

Netflix
03.2022 - Current

DStv Senior PR Manager: Social Media & Sponsorship

MultiChoice
10.2020 - 12.2021

External Communications Manager, SA

HEINEKEN
04.2018 - 09.2020
Sbu MpungoseCommunications Specialist