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Zimasa Ngqawana

Personal Details - Student
Johannesburg,Gauteng

Summary

Student, music tutor and part-time bartender. Conducts instrumental, and music theory training and demonstrates patience to work with students of all ages and levels. Plays 5 instruments with 10 years of practical experience. Aspiring music producer and composer with developed interpersonal skills and adaptability from educational environments, efficient and able to work long hours from bartending environments. Looking to transfer these skills in conjunction with musical and software knowledge in a studio environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Aimee May
Johannesburg
05.2025 - Current
  • Worked 17 hour shifts at music festivals (Ultra South Africa, Hey Neighbor Festival)
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.

These skills are transferrable to a sound engineering environment as they demonstrate a capacity for working extended periods of time, while managing an intense work load.

Music Tutor

Buddy Learning
Johannesburg
06.2023 - 02.2025
  • Taught private and semi-private lessons using ABRSM curriculum
  • Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse teaching methods and engaging activities in lessons.
  • Utilized technology such as notation apps to enhance student learning and streamline the instruction process.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring for struggling students, helping them overcome challenges and achieve success in their musical studies.
  • Evaluated student music abilities by providing feedback and written reports.

These skills are transferrable as they demonstrate collaboration and a strong musical foundation which is beneficial to a sound engineer.

Education

Diploma in Audio Technology - Sound Engineering

Academy of Sound Engineering
Auckland Park, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Skilled at prioritizing tasks simultaneously

  • Strong interpersonal collaboration skills

  • Adept at understanding and utilizing new software systems

  • Adept at maintaining productivity during extended hours

  • Adept at maintaining productivity during extended hours

Accomplishments

  • SAMPRA Bursary Fund, 2025 from SAMPRA
  • Recipient of National Senior Certificate Johannesburg East District Top Achievers Per Subject Music, 2023


References

  • Tshamano Mabuba- Founder, Buddy Learning, info@buddylearning.co.za
  • Christian Theron- Lecturer, Academy of Sound Engineering, christian@ase.co.za
  • Aimee May- Manager, Event Bartenders, +27 79 950 7385

Timeline

Bartender

Aimee May
05.2025 - Current

Music Tutor

Buddy Learning
06.2023 - 02.2025

Diploma in Audio Technology - Sound Engineering

Academy of Sound Engineering
04.2001 -
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