Education and Training University of the Witwatersrand Certificate: Internship Course (June, 2002) Master of Arts in Heritage Studies (2001-) Majors: Tourism and Developmental Studies Environmental Studies Public Culture Studies Research Report University of the Witwatersrand Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts (1996-2000) Special Awards: Certificate of Merit: Outstanding Results in Drawing & Design III (1998) Certificate of First Class: Painting IV (1999) Johannesburg Art Foundation Certificate in Art Foundation Course (1992-1994) Tladishi High School Matric-1989 Summary My academic experience has equipped me with analytical skills that I rely upon for systematic and logical probelm solving. This is coupled with clear conceptual and visual literacy. My artistic background has also equipped me with necessary exhibition skills and comprehensive gallery management understanding. Most of the experience came through art exhibitions I was involved in since the past eight years. The innovative design skills I possess have enabled me to win prestigious awards including the ABSA Atelier Merit Prize (2000) Exhibitions JHB Art Foundation-1994 Martienssen, University of the Witwatersrand-1998 & 1999 ABSA Gallery, Johannesburg-2000 UNISA Art Gallery-2000 Malangatana in South Africa, Sandton Civic Gallery-2000 Bill Ainslie Art Gallery-2000 Klein Karoo National Arts Festival-2000 Museum Africa Gallery-2001 The Art Space Gallery-2001 Art On Paper Gallery-2002 (April & August) Klein Karoo National Arts Festival-2002 Gallery On The Square, Sandton-2002 Collections University of the Witwatersrand SASOL Limited NEDCOR Bank MTN Corporation BHP Billiton (Gencor) South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) Johannesburg Art Gallery Employment Constitution Hill Project August 2002-present Key Responsibilities: To conduct research about the Constitution Hill's feasibility as a sustainable Heritage site. To interview selected focus groups are at the site periodically. To liaise with other Gauteng museums and government structures, and use them as case studies. Internship Program MTN Art Institute March-June, 2002 Key Responsibilities: To research and compile the database of the MTN Art collection. To assist in the facilitation of the Rorke's Drift Retrospective Exhibition being implemented by the MTN Foundation. This includes locating artworks and interviewing participating artists. To deal with the display and exhibition of artworks in MTN corporate offices. To conduct walkabouts and educate community members and school learners about diverse heritage values represented in the artworks. Highlights: Gaining insight and knowledge of database structure. Liaising in a corporate organisation and being involved in Corporate Citizenship exercises. Improving on my presentation skills. Understanding partnerships and values in the Heritage Industry. Fieldwork and interviewing experience Apartheid Museum Project: Feb 2001 - Apr 2001 Key Responsibilities: To locate and collect artifacts from diverse communities that are authentically suited to the criteria of the museum. To interview community members and record oral tradition. Highlights: To manage and work within the allocated budget. Canvassing large communities and winning their trust to donate valuable objects for heritage purposes.