Sebastian Gowaseb
Khomas Region, Windhoek
Summary
Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in the media industry and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
TV Channel Manager
One Africa Television
04.2022 - Current
- Managing Production and News Departments, Compiling Budgets and Strategic plans
- Enhanced channel partner relationships by consistently providing support, information, and guidance.
- Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry developments, ensuring that our channel strategy remained nimble and responsive to emerging market demands.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a positive work environment that prioritized professional growth opportunities.
- Established profitable pricing strategies tailored to unique needs within different channels or market segments.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving product knowledge among channel partners through workshops, webinars, and other learning resources.
Head of Production
One Africa Television
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed a team of videographers to ensure timely project completion and consistent quality across all deliverables.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and execute innovative multimedia campaigns.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that maximized productivity.
- Spearheaded the adoption of cutting-edge video editing tools, resulting in faster turnaround times and higher output quality.
- Contributed to the development of successful advertising pitches that attracted new clients and grew revenue streams.
Creative Production Supervisor
One Africa Television
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
TV Commercial Producer
One Africa Television
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Producing and Editing Video Material, Design and Creating 2d & 3d Animations, Motion Graphics and Branding
Graphic Designer
One Africa Television
05.2012 - 03.2015
- Producing and Editing Video Material, Design and Creating 2d & 3d Animations, Motion Graphics and Branding
Production Officer
One Africa Television
01.2009 - 04.2012
- Filming and Editing video material internal projects and external clients
- Worked as came operator and editor on in-house tv shows
Graphic Designer
The Winwin Group Namibia (Advertising Agency)
01.2007 - 11.2008
- Design print ads, Newspaper ads, Brochures, Banners, Annual Reports, Posters as well as generating new concepts for clients
Education
Bachelor of Communication Honors -
Namibia University of Science & Technology
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia04.2022
Bachelor of Journalism And Media Technology -
Namibia University of Science & Technology
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia10.2019
Grade 12 Certificate -
A Shipena Senior Secondary School
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia11.1999
Skills
- Project Management
- Training and Development
- Decision Making
- Technical Expertise
- Team Leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Brand Development
- Operations Management
- New Business Development
Health
Excellent
Dependants
2
Driver License
Code B
Physical Address - Street
Erf 3990 Otjomuise Guinea Street
Criminal Record
None
Telephone Number
(081) 4712964 / 0812289117
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/16/81
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Zenobia Bruwer, Chief Operations Officer, One Africa TV, 0814637425, 061-383450
- Chrisjan Appolus, Training Consultant, Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), 0812844926
- Madryn Cosburn, Head of technical services, One Africa TV, 0811241576
Hobbies and Interests
Movies, Music, Reading, Photography, Socializing
Timeline
TV Channel Manager
One Africa Television
04.2022 - Current
Head of Production
One Africa Television
08.2021 - 04.2022
Creative Production Supervisor
One Africa Television
04.2018 - 08.2021
TV Commercial Producer
One Africa Television
04.2015 - 03.2018
Graphic Designer
One Africa Television
05.2012 - 03.2015
Production Officer
One Africa Television
01.2009 - 04.2012
Graphic Designer
The Winwin Group Namibia (Advertising Agency)
01.2007 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Communication Honors -
Namibia University of Science & Technology
Bachelor of Journalism And Media Technology -
Namibia University of Science & Technology
Grade 12 Certificate -
A Shipena Senior Secondary School
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