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MOHAMMED KHAN Curriculum Vitae

Mohammed Khan 2 Curriculum Vitae

Dear Sir/Madam I am a highly organised and motivated individual. I am currently a senior web/graphic designer at Max Motor Sport. I have studied design at Centre For Fine Art,Animation & Design. I have enjoyed a high level of autonomy and responsibility, working closely with a junior designer and marketing team to deliver professional services to Max Motorsport and for the betterment of the company. Prior to engaging in graphic designing, I have held managerial roles at Tyres and More (Durban CBD) and at Crescent Logistics and Transport (details of my responsibilities are found within the contents of my cv). In these roles, I have firmly established myself as a key contact to develop and establish my abilities and I have had the opportunity to hone my skills in building and maintaining positive client relationships, all of which have been professional and cordial. Furthermore, I have excellent communications skill and I am able to interact and communicate with a variety of individuals. In addition, I have the ability to recommend a plan of action, to represent your company and to assist in developing your company. I am a reliable, responsible individual who is able to work well under pressure and meet desired goals. I have great organisational skills vibrant with interpersonal effectiveness, I am deadline and results driven. I am education hungry and am willing to take any further courses for the betterment of the position that I hold or am appointed to. I am well groomed; diplomatic and meticulous to attention for detail. I would welcome the opportunity to interview with your firm; please feel free to contact me at 060 529 1770, or [email protected] I appreciate your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.


MOHAMMED KHAN ID: 900602 5263 086

_______________________________ __________________________________ National i ty: South African Postal Address: P.O Box 135 Marital Status: Married Park Rynie Gender: Male 4182 Home Language: English Health: Good Contact: 060 529 1770 | [email protected] ________________________________________________________________ An articulate, eloquent and charismatic crit ical thinker with leadership qualit ies. I am valued for the passion I put into my work. More than anything, I look forward to a stimulating position in a well-respected and supportive environment where I can continue to hone and develop my character and skil ls.

Educational Quali f icat ions • Diploma in Graphic Design – CFAD, Durban, 2010. • Senior Certificate with Matric Exemption – Umzinto Secondary School, 2007. Achievements

• Founder of AutoDrift, an online automotive magazine. • Received a CFAD Platinum award for Designer Of The Year (2008) • Received a CFAD Gold Award for Digital Designer (Graphic/Web) of the year 2010

Employment History Company Name Max Motorsport Posit ion Tit le Senior Graphic & Web Designer Start Date – End Date

01/10/2014 – Current

Responsibi l i ty • Conceptualize marketing strategies and campaigns. • Design effective adverts that’s published in leading print publications such as Speed & Sound, Islam Today, Auto Freeway, Newspapers, Etc. • Design pamplets, flyers & all marketing material. • Design large format signage and set up for print.


• Design labels and packaging which is also set up for print. • Lead the marketing team with new concepts for social media & online advertising. • Oversee all social media marketing. (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Etc) • Design web banners & content for the Max Motorsport e-commerce website. • Upload new products onto website. • Perform a site update once a week. • Ensure all links & functions of the website is all in order on a daily basis. • Overall website maintenance to ensure quality content. • Capture website demographics and compile reports on a monthly basis. • Design & code newsletters with latest products or current campaigns. • Track demographics of our newsletter subscriber list. • Implementing new and effective marketing for the growth of the business. • Fluent with most website CMS such as ShopDirect, Wordpress, Store, Etc • Fluent with HTML and CSS.

Company Name Tyres and More Durban CBD Posit ion Tit le Manager Start Date – End Date

01/11/2013 – 30/09/2014

Responsibi l i ty • Manage the day-to-day operation of the store • Lead the staff within the store to achieve sales targets • Manage sales and service teams to effectively meet customer requirements and ensure highest levels of customer service which is constantly maintained. • Develop strategies and campaigns to drive store sales and increase profitability. • Control operational expenses within the store. • Oversee the store’s environment and ensures that it is visually attractive, clean organized and well stocked. • Responsible for purchasing stock • Perform daily spot checks to ensure no stock theft • Responsible for the day-to-day admin • Perform daily cash up • Print reports on a daily basis to capture store performance • Responsible for month end procedures • Allocation of salaries • Responsible for obtaining authorization from various fleet companies. • Oversee stock take procedures every 3 months • Maintaining the stores performance to meet all franchise requirements.

Reason for leaving

The owner had passed away, consequentially the franchise was closed down.

Company Name Crescent Logistics & Transport – 2011 till October 2013


Posit ion Tit le Operations & Fleet Manager Start Date – End Date

2011 – October 2013

Responsibi l i ty OPERATIONS - DUTIES • Liaising with clients. • Quoting rates to clients. • Receiving import/export instructions and creating files. • Retrieving ETA’s and Stack dates from Transnet Port Terminals. • Liaising with Clearing Agents with regards to releases and Navis updates. • Plan and coordinate the overall import and export process, from time of receipt of the order to the receipt at the customer. • Ensure the import/export process is followed and documentation is completed meticulously to avoid setbacks and delays. • Ensure transporters do not incur demurrage on empty containers. • Address Debtors/Creditors queries. • Conduct market research. Source new customers • Good understanding of Sea Freight processes relating to Clearing and Forwarding. • Outsourcing of loads. FLEET MANAGER - DUTIES • Distribution of daily loads to drivers. • Load and driver management, route planning. • Driver tracking and reporting to clients. • Truck and trailer management. • Repair management, vehicle maintenance, inspection of vehicle prior to departure. • 24 hour breakdown allocation to relevant parties. • Mechanic and stock control. • Allocation of driver salaries. • Daily fund allocation to drivers, fuel allocation. • Compiling of delivery notes and instructions to drivers. • Manage yard supervisor. • Making bookings for Maydon Wharf and Point Terminals

Company Name I Cube Advertising Posit ion Tit le Junior Graphic Designer Start Date – End Date

March 2011 – April 2011 (Training)

Responsibi l i ty • Designing business cards, pamphlets, catalogues & t-shits. • Company profiles, out-door signage, banners & roll up stands. • Knowledge of large format digital printing.

Company Name Crescent Logistics & Transport Posit ion Tit le Operations Assistant Start Date – End 2008 – 2010 (part time)


Date Responsibi l i ty • Completing import & export CTO’s.

• Ensuring packing list of cargo is correct. • Inspecting cargo for damages. • Processing CTO’s at shipping line.

Internship Programme Company Name Reflections Car Magazine Posit ion Tit le Intern Duration 10 weeks Responsibi l i ty Layout and design of adverts & logos. Company Name The End Studio Posit ion Tit le Intern Duration 10 weeks Responsibi l i ty • Packaging design

• Other print media

Software Profic iency

• MS Office • Freehand (Pc & Mac) • Corel Draw • Adobe CS6 Suite • Flash (Pc & Mac) • Wordpress (CMS) • ShopDirect (CMS) • Swift 3D • Motion • Final Cut Pro • Sound Track Pro • Versa Works (Roland SP & VP Series) • Cryo (Xerox Full Digital Printing Software)

References Mr S. Moideen - Manager, Max Motorsport • Cell: 031 309 6914 Mrs. T. B. Hoosen - Managing Director, Crescent Logistics & Transport • Cell: 081 473 0861 Mr Z. Khan - Director, German Auto Breakers • Cell: 071 728 3087 / 083 707 9238 / 031 465 0674

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