Dana van Wyk

Full CV / Resume

Dana Van Wyk

Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa

+27 61 548 2602

WORK EXPERIENCE

Aqua Plastech

Marketing Manager

2023 - Current

* Manage marketing strategies and development for Australian sealants and other products.

* Drive marketing campaigns and enhance online presence through SEO and data visualization.

Harley-Davidson, Cape Town

Sales Representative

January 2023 - August 2023

* Facilitated sales and promoted the Harley-Davidson brand.

* Adapted quickly to market changes and company financial constraints.

Hyperion Dev, Cape Town

Student Mentor

2021 - 2023

* Guided students through coding courses and provided motivational support.

* Conducted online meetings to resolve coding challenges and ensured student progress.

Black Dog Farms, Greenwood, MS

Machine Operator , General Farm Labour

2021

* Operated tractors and other machinery during soybean and corn harvesting.

* Maintained and repaired equipment, including cleaning ditches and building roads.

Makamson Farms, Greenwood, MS

Machine Operator, Assistant Diesel Technician

2017 - 2019

* Assisted in servicing and calibrating machinery.

* Operated farming equipment during planting seasons.

Krom Draai, Free State, RSA

Farm Manager

2015 - 2017

* Managed cattle and sheep farming, including feeding, breeding, and birthing.

* Oversaw the planting, spraying, and harvesting of row crops.

Mining Ops, North West, RSA

Mining Manager

2013 - 2015

* Gained mechanical and management skills in diamond mining operations.

* Progressed to General Manager of two mines within two years.

EDUCATION

University of the Free State

Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences

2011 - 2013

Hyperion Dev

Introductory Data Science

2022 - 2023

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  Data Processing

  
  


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  SEO

  
  


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  Data Visualization

  
  


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  Online Marketing

  
  


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  Machine Operation

  
  


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  Time Management

  
  


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  Problem Solving

  
  

REFERENCES

Andre Fourie

Aqua Plastech CEO

+27 72 378 1257

Stephen Pillow

Makamson Farms, Greenwood MS

+1 662 515 8438

Curt Jolly

Black Dog Farms, Greenwood MS

+1 662 299 6214

 Cover Letter

Dana Van Wyk

Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa

+27 61 548 2602

Good Day,

With a diverse background in marketing management, sales, data science, and extensive experience in both the agricultural and technical sectors, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team.

In my current role as Marketing Manager at Aqua Plastech, I have successfully managed marketing strategies and development projects, driving online presence and optimizing SEO. My experience as a Sales Representative at Harley-Davidson allowed me to develop strong sales skills and adapt to market changes. Furthermore, my role as a Student Mentor at Hyperion Dev honed my problem-solving abilities and reinforced my commitment to helping others achieve their goals.

My agricultural background includes managing and operating machinery on farms in both the United States and South Africa, which has equipped me with practical technical skills and a strong work ethic. My tenure as a Mining Manager at Mining Ops provided me with valuable management and mechanical experience, demonstrating my ability to adapt and excel in challenging environments.

I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences from the University of the Free State and have completed an Introductory Data Science course at Hyperion Dev. My education, combined with my hands-on experience, makes me a well-rounded candidate capable of tackling a variety of challenges.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my background, skills, and certifications align with the needs of your team. Please feel free to +27 61 548 2602 or via at to schedule an interview.

Sincerely,

Dana Van Wyk