Sive Hope Runeli
Cape Town
Summary
Sive Hope Runeli is a visionary , creative , film practitioner; known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in Assisting Hollywood recognized Directors, Executive Producers and Cast, Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective collaboration and innovation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer & Cast 1 Assist. To Deon Cole
BET Average Joe S2
Cape Town
01.2025 - 05.2025
- I focused on taking care of the exec. Daily needs. Such as ensuring that they have the daily sides and call sheet.
- always up to date with the script changes
Director's Assistant To Lukas Ettlin
ONE PIECE S2
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for teams across multiple departments, HODs.
- Update and adjust the director's calendar.
- Keep track of the Director's storyboards and shot list, and ensure Production has the updated information from the Director to the crew distribution
Director's Assistant To Mairzee Almas
The Rats- A witcher tale
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Director mentorship assists with the splinter unit, directing the actors' stunt doubles.
- Assist with casting audition tapes and the cast selection/shortlist for the Director to approve and send to the Exec Producers.
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for teams across multiple departments, HODs.
Junior 1st AD
Catch me a killer
12.2023 - 2023
- This was a stills shoot , for a feature film
- I scheduled the shoot day , based on what the shots the creative director had in mind
Junior 1st AD
North South commercial
10.2022 - 2022
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance company growth and market position.
- Time management.
- Keeping the crew informed at all times, e.g. what will be the next shot, and what is needed from the respective departments
Cast PA/3rd AD
The Woman KING
Cape Town
01.2021 - 2021
- Cast support.
- Onset information/updates.
- Meals and meal times for SAG actors.
Producer & Creative
INDIE Project-Runeli Films
Cape Town
06.2020 - 2020
- Coordinated all aspects of production schedules and timelines.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for projects.
- Developed detailed project plans to guide production workflow.
Cast PA
Ridley Scott-Raised By WOLVES
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided support during onset times -by coordinating logistics and resources for Actor(s)
CAST PA
Black Beauty
Cape Town
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed schedules for cast and ensuring timely coordination of activities.
Cast PA
Maize Runner -Death Cure
Cape Town
01.2017 - 2018
- Coordinated communication between production teams and the cast.
- Oversaw documentation, including contracts.
Education
NQF Level 6 - Business English training, Computer & software training, editing, script writing
Big Fish School of Digital Filmmaking
01.2014
Diploma - Journalism
Varsity College
Cape Town01-2011
Senior Certification -
Uitenhage High School
Uitenhage01.2010
Skills
- Casting coordination
- Project planning, executive assistant
- Team collaboration within production
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Creative vision implementation
- Research skills
- Creative oversight
References
- James Muringani, Production Manager, +27 82 852 5948
- Cheryl Eatock, +27 83788 8838
- Nick Lorentz, commercial 1st AD, +27 83 251 8363
- SA FILM ACADEMY, ACE programme coordinator, +27 67 871 4927
Biography
The courageous Sivenkosi Hope Runeli was born in Port Elizbeth, raised in a small town namely; Uitenhage. Her passionate goes back to when she embarked on a journey in search of gold (greener pastures) at the age of 18-years-old. In 2011, she moved to Cape Town to study journalism at Varsity college. Although the Journalism studies were interesting, and genuinely suited her talkative and curious nature. Most importantly; her passion to overcome social development issues in black communities, much like where she comes from with less resources. During her journalism studies, she mainly excelled in photojournalism, this was when her mentor introduced her to filmmaking studies. Recognizing her raw talent and ability to visualize incredible picture concepts. In the year 2013 she was one of over 50 applicants to be successfully accepted for a Scholarship to study Film and TV production studies at Big fish school of digital filmmaking. She comes with a winner perceptive and energy in everything she does and on every project. She was awarded Best Director at the film school institution, year in- year out she produced films that were heart felt and visually exceptional. A Documentary she Directed during early 2014, was award for Best documentary film at the Cape Winelands International Film, competing amongst students from UCT,AFDA and City Varsity to mention a few. In 2016, Sivenkosi officially joined the film industry through the FILM ACADEMY; marking 'Maze Runner- Death Cure' as first international film to work on as an Assistant Director trainee. Since, she has grown into strongly known third Assistant Director and rising floor runner second-second assistant Director. By end of 2022, Sivenkosi got the opportunity to work as a junior first Assistant Director, mentored by Jacqui JoJo (Black woman in Film-powerhouse 2nd AD & 1st AD), this has since opened doors for her working as a 1st AD on commercial shoots around Cape Town. Sivenkosi Runeli as a brand stands for: Prosperity, encouragement, unity and breaking of generational cursus. She continues to use her voice in the art of entertainment and motion picture. The pursuit to polish her craft and career is always going to be based on fulfilling the dream of building an empire of powerful women and strong men around her, who dares to dream regardless of where they come from or their upbringing. Sivenkosi continues to strive and evolve as passionate African filmmaker!
Timeline
Executive Producer & Cast 1 Assist. To Deon Cole
BET Average Joe S2
01.2025 - 05.2025
Director's Assistant To Lukas Ettlin
ONE PIECE S2
06.2024 - 12.2024
Junior 1st AD
Catch me a killer
12.2023 - 2023
Director's Assistant To Mairzee Almas
The Rats- A witcher tale
04.2023 - 07.2023
Junior 1st AD
North South commercial
10.2022 - 2022
Cast PA/3rd AD
The Woman KING
01.2021 - 2021
Producer & Creative
INDIE Project-Runeli Films
06.2020 - 2020
Cast PA
Ridley Scott-Raised By WOLVES
01.2019 - 12.2019
CAST PA
Black Beauty
10.2018 - 12.2018
Cast PA
Maize Runner -Death Cure
01.2017 - 2018
NQF Level 6 - Business English training, Computer & software training, editing, script writing
Big Fish School of Digital Filmmaking
Diploma - Journalism
Varsity College
Senior Certification -
Uitenhage High School