Johnny Swanepoel

I am an enthusiastic, positive and creative individual. I enjoy being part of, as well as leading, a successful and productive team. I have more than 15 years experience in the Motion Picture Industry in various dynamics and am flexible, adaptable and versatile across all dynamics. I am highly organized and quick to grasp new ideas. I am able to develop innovative and creative solutions to problems. I work well on my own initiative and can demonstrate the high levels of motivation required to meet the tightest of deadlines. I can perform efficiently under significant pressure. I can demonstrate a strong ability to manage projects from conception through to successful completion. I am a proactive articulate individual with excellent communication skills. I have worked as a Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Motion Graphics and VFX Artist in the motion graphic industry. I have 20 years experience in the Advertising industry, and this together with owning my own business for the past 12 years plays has played an integral part in my capabilities today. I bring strong Project Management, Business-Focus and Resource Management capabilities with the ability to solve problems through strong planning and implementation skills. I have proven leadership skills, including managing and motivating diverse teams to achieve company objectives. I am an experienced, task orientated employee that is proactive and mission orientated with a solid understanding of business concepts. I am experienced in leading and managing teams of various sizes, diversity, expertise and skill levels, using clear objectives, communication and assistance to reach the maximum potential for any project. I have made several films, corporate videos, music videos and TV commercials and have subsequently been approached by Australian and New Zealand TV channels to broadcast my films, which have been broadcast on numerous occasions.