Teto Mokaila

LECTURING & ACADEMIA

Honours Lecturer in Applied Drama and Theatre, University of the Witwatersrand (2023 - present)

• Creative a conducive environment in which students learn through the presentation of theory and embodied practices.
• Developed innovative curriculum integrating theatre techniques to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly for improved learning experiences.
• Organized and directed student performances, creating opportunities for real-world application of theatrical skills and teamwork.
• Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
• Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
• Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
• Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.

Honours Year Head, Drama for Life, University of the Witwatersrand (2024 - present)

• Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
• Mediated dialogues between students as well as between them and staff towards conflict resolution.

Guest Lecturer, University of the Gambia (2023)

• Led a workshop style lecture in which students engaged in a specific praxis around participatory theatre.
• Facilitated warm-ups and a participatory presentation created by the students.

Head of Media, Drama for Life, University of the Witwatersrand (2025 - present)

• Mentored emerging filmmakers, providing guidance on technical skills and creative processes to enhance project quality.

Teto Mokaila Arts Documentaries (2020 - present)

• Utilized advanced filmmaking technologies, including camera systems and editing software, to enhance overall production value.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure all projects were completed within financial constraints.
• Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
• Produced marketing videos to help film project discoverability and selection for local and internationals film festivals.
• Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
• Organized successful premiers for completed films, attracting positive reviews from critics while generating significant buzz from audiences.
• Enhanced film production quality by directing and supervising cinematography, lighting, and sound design.

ACTING & PERFROMANCE

Numerous stage and screen roles across Botswana and South Africa (2014 - 2026)

• Collaborated with directors and production teams to refine scripts and improve performance delivery.
• Assisted production teams with set construction, prop management, and costume coordination as needed during rehearsals and performances.
• Gained valuable on-set experience by working with established directors.
• Developed characters through improvisation and script analysis.
• Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
• Interpreted scripts to create believable characters.
• Enhanced audience experience by delivering captivating performances in various theater productions.
• Ensured consistency in character portrayal across performances, maintaining high level of professionalism.
• Enhanced emotional depth of characters by rigorously researching and embodying their backgrounds and motivations.
• Utilized improvisational skills to adapt to unexpected changes during live performances, maintaining integrity of production.
• Produced self-directed projects that showcased creative vision while managing all aspects of production process.
• Participated in auditions, showcasing versatility and quick adaptability to different roles and styles.
• Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
• Utilized physical and vocal techniques to portray characters on stage.