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Shaun Burr-Dixon

Integrated Marketing Manager
Pretoria,GP

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a strong reputation for teamwork, punctuality, and a relentless work ethic. Recognized as a fast learner with a heightened sense of urgency, consistently seeking opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. A self-taught photographer and photo editor, complemented by expertise in brand strategy, offers a unique blend of creativity and analytical thinking. Committed to honesty and integrity, poised to be a valuable asset in driving success for any organization through exceptional customer service, business management, and innovative problem-solving.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Integrated Marketing & Business Manager

Gazzaroo
03.2023 - Current

Responsible for client onboarding, deal closing, inbound sales, project management, brand strategy, SEO content, marketing reporting, quality control, team management, office operations, videography, photography, and editing.

Key achievements and responsibilities:

  • Developed and executed integrated marketing strategies, enhancing brand visibility, customer engagement, and ROI across multiple channels.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact campaigns and projects on time, improving market penetration and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted market research, consumer analysis, and brand workshops to inform brand positioning, messaging, and creative direction.
  • Implemented SEO and digital marketing strategies, increasing organic traffic, engagement, and conversion rates.
  • Oversaw quality control processes, ensuring high standards, compliance, and continuous improvement across projects.
  • Captured and produced high-quality visual content (photography and video), enhancing client satisfaction and brand storytelling.
  • Mentored and trained team members, fostering skills development, collaboration, and adherence to best practices.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring seamless project execution and alignment with business goals.

Self Employed/Contract work/Independent Contractor/Freelancer

Bloke Branding
06.2020 - Current
  • Brand strategy, photography, graphic design
  • Developing internal brand
  • Brand essence extraction
  • Define target audiences
  • Brand positioning & differentiation
  • Brand personality
  • Brand look and feel
  • Brand strategy facilitation
  • Messaging strategy
  • Crafting brand stories
  • Brand name, tagline & slogan generation
  • Designing and defining brand identity
  • Branding collateral design
  • Brand imagery sourcing & photography
  • Brand awareness strategy
  • Brand launch strategy
  • Social impact narrative strategy
  • Brand user experience strategy
  • Brand employee experience strategy
  • Corporate portrait photography
  • Couple photography
  • Birthday photography
  • Pet photography
  • Natural light photography
  • Personal brand photography
  • Based on the details provided and assuming the role of a freelancer in branding and marketing, here are eight resume experience statements tailored to reflect the responsibilities and skills associated with this position:
  • Developed comprehensive branding strategies that enhanced client visibility and engagement across multiple digital platforms.
  • Conducted market research to identify trends and optimize branding efforts, resulting in improved client positioning and outreach.
  • Created compelling visual content and marketing materials that drove audience engagement and established brand identity for various clients.

Account manager

Business Print
03.2018 - 05.2020
  • Obtaining new clients and meeting expectations of existing clients with excellent service.
  • Managing accounts for acquired clients – Full scope to be discussed in interview including CTP & print readying files.

Check out Supervisor

Avis Budget Rent a Car
10.2014 - 08.2017
  • Promoted to Check out Supervisor (6 months)
  • Promoted to Check out Rental sales agent (15 months)
  • Started as Terminations rental sales agent (9 months)
  • Overall management of check out desk at OR Tambo International Airport.
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient vehicle rental processes and enhanced customer satisfaction through effective team management.
  • Trained and mentored staff in service excellence, fostering a collaborative environment that improved team performance and productivity.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined vehicle check-out procedures, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and managed vehicle availability, optimizing fleet utilization and operational efficiency.

Sales and Cashier Administrator

Management Training Institute
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Management and planning
  • Administration
  • Telephone enquiries
  • General rep work
  • Door to door sales
  • Qualifications obtained: Sales Consultant

Sales and Cashier Administrator

Gospel Direct – Christian Life Church Bonearo Park
06.2012 - 07.2013
  • Assist walk in customers
  • Stock Taking
  • Cashier and cashing up and reconciling daily payments
  • Administration
  • Telephone enquiries
  • General shop assistant

Service desk

Blockbusters Bonearo Park and Glenbalad centre
04.2012 - 05.2012
  • Booking of dvd’s
  • Capturing on in-house online system
  • Front desk management
  • Administration
  • Telephone enquiries
  • General shop management

Admin Office Assistant

Adcorp Group Business Services
11.2011 - 12.2011
  • Archiving of previous tax year records and implementing filing system per company.
  • Archiving and refilling of all compliance documents.
  • Assist with office revamping.
  • Implement and create monthly charts for payroll managers

Waiter

Jimmy’s Prawns Kempton Park
06.2011 - 08.2011
  • Waiter for tables. Ordering of foods and drinks. Knowing the different foods.
  • Working shifts as and when required.
  • Assisting with floor dividing and planning.
  • Cleaning and preparation of tables.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by accurately taking orders and addressing customer inquiries, enhancing overall dining experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of tables and dining areas, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery, improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new waitstaff on menu items and service standards, fostering team development and consistency.

Education

Graphic Design

CTI University Bedfordview Campus
Bedfordview
01.2013

Grade 12 - undefined

Hoerskool Kempton Park
Kempton Park
01.2011

Skills

Rapid learner

References

Available on request

EDUCATION

  • Courses attended and self-taught education:
  • NQF4 Graphic Design – 7 years freelance experience
  • Photography
  • Adobe Lightroom for photo editing
  • Brand Strategy; Brand essence extraction, brand positioning, user and staff experience, social impact narrative, facilitation.

Timeline

Integrated Marketing & Business Manager

Gazzaroo
03.2023 - Current

Self Employed/Contract work/Independent Contractor/Freelancer

Bloke Branding
06.2020 - Current

Account manager

Business Print
03.2018 - 05.2020

Check out Supervisor

Avis Budget Rent a Car
10.2014 - 08.2017

Sales and Cashier Administrator

Management Training Institute
01.2014 - 05.2014

Sales and Cashier Administrator

Gospel Direct – Christian Life Church Bonearo Park
06.2012 - 07.2013

Service desk

Blockbusters Bonearo Park and Glenbalad centre
04.2012 - 05.2012

Admin Office Assistant

Adcorp Group Business Services
11.2011 - 12.2011

Waiter

Jimmy’s Prawns Kempton Park
06.2011 - 08.2011

Grade 12 - undefined

Hoerskool Kempton Park

Graphic Design

CTI University Bedfordview Campus
Shaun Burr-DixonIntegrated Marketing Manager