Talyssa Van Rooyen

Experience

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  Okku

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Receptionist

  Welcoming guests operating Open Table. Considered the main link of the restaurant. Maintaining Guest relationships handling each guest with outstanding service. Updating the social network of OKKU on Instagram as an individual. Handling Guest satisfaction as a main priority. Secretarial and administrative support to other departments and Managers. Joining at OKKU as a waitress, I learnt first hand experience of customer satisfaction as well as customer service. Keeping guests happy at OKKU allowed me the chance to excel within the company from working as part of food and beverage service to Front of House. Show less

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  Cheeky Monkeys - Play Learn Celebrate

  Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  Assistant Graphic Designer

  The role updating and handling social media networks Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Developing in house designs flyers, brochures and posters. Maintain and develop customer database. Liaise and attend meetings with other companies.

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  WMK

  Jan 2014 - Mar 2016

  Assistant Web developer

  Marketing the website through Social media platforms on a day to day basis and keep track ofthe sites progress through Google AnalyticsDesign implementation,working closely with the development team to ensure tight deadlines are met. Ensuring the vision is met throughout the site.Content Development and Site maintenance uploading new data to the site on a daily basis.Ensuring all data is up to date.

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  Simply Talent Dubai

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Website development
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  Cobone

  Feb 2015 - Feb 2017

  Graphic Designer

  ME Digital Group Cobone and Expat Web Services Current• Prepare web ready graphics for main image and supporting visuals within the deal pages• Work with stock image sites to acquire relevant imagery that will help to bring to life creative concepts• Assist the team with CMS (Content Management System) tasks• Work with the content team to collaboratively create compelling imagery for deals• Assist with design tasks for both off and online marketing projects• Produce branded display advertising banners• Edit images sent in by clients to create campaigns on the websites Show less

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  ME Digital Group

  Feb 2015 - Feb 2017

  Graphic Designer

  ME Digital Group Cobone and Expat Web Services Current• Prepare web ready graphics for main image and supporting visuals within the deal pages• Work with stock image sites to acquire relevant imagery that will help to bring to life creative concepts• Assist the team with CMS (Content Management System) tasks• Work with the content team to collaboratively create compelling imagery for deals• Assist with design tasks for both off and online marketing projects• Produce branded display advertising banners• Edit images sent in by clients to create campaigns on the websites Show less

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  ExpatWoman.com

  Feb 2015 - Feb 2017

  Graphic Designer

  ME Digital Group Cobone and Expat Web Services Current• Prepare web ready graphics for main image and supporting visuals within the deal pages• Work with stock image sites to acquire relevant imagery that will help to bring to life creative concepts• Assist the team with CMS (Content Management System) tasks• Work with the content team to collaboratively create compelling imagery for deals• Assist with design tasks for both off and online marketing projects• Produce branded display advertising banners• Edit images sent in by clients to create campaigns on the websites Show less

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  The Working Bees

  Sept 2015 - Sept 2018

  Blogger

  The Working Bees is a joint venture, blogging on work fashion and lifestyle in Dubai and the UAE. Its purpose is to bring the latest fashion information and events to our readers. It is a unique read in its field as it co-hosted by myself and a fellow blogger from the United Kingdom.http://theworkingbees.com/

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  M-HQ Dubai

  Mar 2017 - Mar 2019

  Marketing & Digital Design Manager

  • Preparation of creative design solutions for company brochures and Corporate marketing content.• To produce visual content for various events, activities of the company such as for websites, advertising,• magazines, posters, exhibition displays etc. in order to create a “visual brand”.• Assist Director of Operations with content management on website and sister company website• Provide input into creative ideas, concepts for client presentations on a daily basis.• Will assist in the integration of presentation with new contents.• Create, maintain and manage company and related entity websites, WordPress and square space.• Create and manage Search Engine Optimization for websites.• Create, edit, content for blog page of website.• Work with partners to backlink websites.• Develop strategy for offline and online marketing material.• Liaison with printers for the brochures and other printed materials.• Create websites for clients on an ad hoc basis.• Assist with preparations for Events.• Develop and implement strategy for client outreach, including use of Mailchimp• Support legal team with creatives such as charts etc• Development and creation of new website Show less

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  Starsocialcomms

  Jan 2019 - now

  Founder | Creative Director

  Starsocialcomms is all about hybrid digital marketing solutions. From digital business plan creation to 360-activation and implementation of your digital marketing strategy - Starsocialcomms is your one-stop-shop for accessible eCommerce solutions.eCommerce SolutionsSocial Media ManagementSEM/SEOPaid Media ManagementContent creation for website/social channelsDigital Design (Corporate Identity)Email Marketing (Design & Management)

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  EPURI

  Feb 2019 - Mar 2020

  Head of Social Media Marketing

  • Create and maintain a social media and editorial calendar with posting schedule.• Generate, edit, publish and share daily content that builds meaningful connections and encourages community members to take actions.• Being able to brain-storm and lead the creation video content for Epuri• Stay up-to-date with current technologies and trends in social media, tools and applications.• Communicate with followers, respond to queries in a timely manner and monitor customer reviews.• Suggest and implement new creative campaigns to develop brand awareness.• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the social mediametrics, insights and best practices.• Create and write stylish, quirky content for Epuri brand blog.• Analyze, review, and compile reports on the effectiveness of campaigns to maximize results.• Collaborate with other departments (CRM, content/blog, customer service etc) to coordinate actions.• Assist with coding and sending our promotional newsletters to our subscribers.• Increase own scope by learning more about other marketing channels.• Push onsite campaigns/landing pages/banners according to the commercial plan, after ensuring that they're tested and are matching our brand guidelines. Show less