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Tatenda M.

Cape Town, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
15 jobs

I am an experienced Property Manager and Operations Specialist with over 5 years of experience in short-term rental management, customer service, and hospitality operations. My background includes managing a portfolio of 203 luxury apartments across 3 states in the United States, overseeing daily operations, guest communications, housekeeping coordination, maintenance management, inventory control, and quality assurance. I have also led customer service and operations teams, ensuring both guests and on-the-ground staff receive the support they need. I am passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences while helping property owners maintain organized, efficient, and well-managed operations. I take pride in being proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable, ensuring that issues are resolved quickly and operations run smoothly. Areas of expertise: • Guest communication and support • Reservation and calendar management • Check-in and check-out coordination • Housekeeping and maintenance coordination • Team leadership and staff scheduling • Issue resolution and guest relations • Inventory and supply management • Standard operating procedures and process improvement • Quality control and operational oversight Having progressed from Customer Service Agent to Customer Service Manager and ultimately Operations Manager, I have developed a strong understanding of hospitality operations and the importance of delivering excellent service while maintaining efficient processes. I am committed to professionalism, clear communication, and creating positive experiences for both guests and property owners.

  • Event Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Light Project Management
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Trello
  • Asana
  • ClickUp
  • Property Management
  • Lead Generation
  • Google Workspace Administration
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Slack
  • Zendesk
  • Customer Service
Ivanka F.

Cape Town, South Africa

$3/hr
5.0
1 jobs

My goal is to work towards achieving the company's mission whilst continuously developing my skills and advancing my career.

  • Presentation Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Editorial
  • Bilingual Education
  • Writing
  • Literature
  • Poetry
  • Short Story Writing
Lyle H.

Cape Town, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
2 jobs

✨ Where Creative Vision Meets Strategic Success — For Brands, Events, and Big Dreams Hi, I'm Lyle Haywood — your partner in transforming ideas into unforgettable realities. With expertise in video editing, signage design, digital marketing, affiliate marketing, social media management, and business coaching, I create tailored solutions that help businesses, event organizers, and content creators stand out, connect, and succeed. Whether you’re: ✅ An emerging brand ready to shine ✅ An event planner preparing for a wedding, birthday, funeral, or special event ✅ Or a content creator looking to elevate your presence 🎯 I bring creativity, strategy, and heart to every project — ensuring you get more than a service... you get a growth-focused partnership. 🌟 Menu of Services 🎬 Video Editing -Promotional videos for businesses and brands -Event highlight reels (weddings, birthdays, funerals, etc.) -Social media short-form videos (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts,etc.) -YouTube video editing (vlogs, tutorials, promos) 🖌️ Custom Signage Solutions -Wedding signage (welcome signs, seating charts, etc.) -Birthday and special event signage -Funeral and memorial signage -Business signage for promotions, storefronts, and events 📲 Social Media Management -Content creation (graphics, captions, video clips) -Scheduling and posting across platforms -Engagement strategies (commenting, DM replies, community building) -Growth-focused audits and improvements 🚀 Digital Marketing -Email marketing campaigns (newsletters, promotions) -Social media ad strategy and execution -Basic website funnel setups and lead generation -Online brand positioning and content planning 🤝 Affiliate Marketing Support -Affiliate strategy setup and campaign management -Content creation for affiliate promotions -Tracking and optimization for better conversions 🎓 Business and Content Coaching -1-on-1 coaching for new businesses and content creators -Branding, marketing, and workflow advice -Mindset and strategy sessions to build long-term success ✨ Why Work With Me? 🎯 Tailored Approach: Every client is unique — your service package is fully customized. 🎨 Creative & Strategic: You get the perfect blend of artistry and business smarts. 🤝 Professional, Friendly, Dedicated: I’m here to make your journey smooth, exciting, and rewarding. 💬 Custom Pricing: Every project is quoted individually based on your goals and needs — no cookie-cutter solutions. 📩 Ready to bring your vision to life? Send me a message here on Upwork — I’d love to hear about your project and help you create something unforgettable! 🌟

  • Video Editing
  • Signage Design
  • Digital Signage
  • Social Media Management
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Affiliate Marketing
  • Business Coaching
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Content Strategy
  • Brand Development
  • Email Marketing
  • CapCut
  • Canva
  • DaVinci Resolve

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