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Abi-athar W. — Senior-Level Digital broadcast and print Advertising Account Manager from South Africa

Abi-athar W.

Senior-Level Digital broadcast and print Advertising Account Manager

South Africa 6+ years
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Abi W. is a skilled professional with extensive experience in sales and business development within the media and advertising industry. Most recently, he served as a Client Partner for Reach Africa, where he managed product and digital advertising for top brands including Makro, Tiger Brands, and Coca-Cola. As a strategic thinker, Abi was integral in designing campaigns and managing key accounts during his tenure as Senior National Accounts Manager at Ster Kinekor Cinemas. There, he drove digital, on-screen, and brand activation advertising sales for a variety of high-profile clients like McDonald's, Toyota, and Netflix. His background includes roles at Arena Holdings, where he specialized in print, digital, and radio advertising as a Senior Account Manager. Abi's career began at Sterling Publishing Group in London, handling international sales and marketing. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Media & Marketing Management, underpinning his adeptness at copywriting and campaign management.

Experience

  • Client Partner

    Reach Africa · 2023 — 2024
    Worked with Viu.com and handled digital VOD along with various other digital advertising platforms including mobile.
  • Brand Channel Manager – Community Radio

    Mediamark Commvibe · 2022 — 2022
    Involved in sales, business development, and conducting agency presentations.
  • Senior National Accounts Manager

    Ster Kinekor Cinemas · 2016 — 2020
    Managed key accounts and sales, developed and wrote 360 campaigns, and focused on innovation to generate new revenue streams through creative planning and campaign implementation.
  • Senior Account Manager - National

    Arena Holdings · 2014 — 2016
    Responsible for key account management and sales, along with strategy development, PR, promotions, product development, and managing account reviews and discounts.
  • National Account Executive

    Adoutpost Outdoor · 2013 — 2014
    Engaged in sales, creative campaign management, and executing advertising strategies for out-of-home campaigns.
  • Key Account Executive

    Wideopen Platform · 2013 — 2013
    Handled sales, managed agency accounts, and created impactful executions for various advertising formats including digital, airport, and large format campaigns.
  • Account Executive

    Ads 24 · 2007 — 2012
    Managed agency and client direct accounts, conducted market analysis, and developed 360 campaigns across all media.
  • National Account Manager

    Infopac NLD 24 · 2006 — 2007
    Focused on brand development, new business development, and account management.
  • Section Manager – Sales & Marketing

    Sterling Publishing Group - London UK · 2004 — 2006
    Oversaw sales for digital and print, initiated new business efforts, and managed key accounts while also training and coaching the sales team.
  • Key Accounts & Production Manager

    Arena Holdings / JOHNNCOM · 1997 — 2004
    Duties included sales, design, copywriting, key account management, and production management for B2B media.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Advanced Diploma in Media & Marketing Management
    NQF · 2009 — Present
  • Certified Copywriter
    NQF · 2003 — Present
  • Grade 12
    Sir John Adamson High

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