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Santina P. — Senior Integrated Business Unit Director from South Africa

Santina P.

Senior Integrated Business Unit Director

South Africa 6+ years
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Santina B. is a seasoned Business Unit Director with over two decades of experience in the advertising and marketing industry, managing Above The Line, Below The Line, and Digital marketing strategies. Her career includes leadership roles at renowned agencies such as Avatar, King James, and TBWA Hunt Lascaris, where she directed high-profile brands like MTN, Vodacom, and Unilever. Santina excels in creating and implementing strategic communications across client platforms and fostering strong relationships. With proficiency in languages including English, Afrikaans, Italian, and Xhosa, her diverse skill set includes strategic thinking, client management, and SEO. She brings a robust background in managing client portfolios, ensuring client satisfaction, and leading account management teams. Educated in Retail Business Management and Digital Marketing Strategy, Santina provides strategic insights based on cultural and social trends, supporting new business development and interdepartmental collaboration.

Experience

  • Business Unit Director

    AVATAR - JHB · 2022 — Present
    Oversees brands such as Unilever Robertsons, Knorrox, Aromat, Rajah, Central Energy Fund, SasolEnergy, MultiChoice Innovation Fund.
  • Group Account Director

    King James - JHB · 2022 — 2022
    Managed brands including Amstel and Capfin.
  • Group Account Director

    TBWA HUNT LASCARIS JHB · 2018 — 2020
    Handled MTN Brand & Sponsorships and Consumer Retail.
  • Group Account Director

    J Walter Thompson · 2015 — 2018
    Collaborated with brands such as FORD, SHELL Fuels, Convenience Retail, Bosch PT, and Bayer.
  • Group Account Director

    Ireland Davenport · 2013 — 2015
    Directed initiatives for Vodacom, Red Square, Boardmans, and BankServAfrica.
  • Senior Account Director

    Volcano Advertising · 2011 — 2013
    Led accounts for Mutual & Federal, beMOBILE, and BTC (Botswana Telecoms Company).
  • Account Director

    The Jupiter Drawing Room · 2007 — 2010
    Managed accounts for ABSA, Sasol, and MTN Business in Above The Line advertising.
  • Senior Account Manager

    Network BBDO · 2006 — 2007
    Oversaw brands including Total SA and Nedbank.
  • Account Manager

    PUBLICIS · 2003 — 2006
    Worked with Hewlett Packard SA and SADEC Regions.
  • Home Executive

    Lived in Mozambique · 2001 — 2004
    No specific work details provided.
  • Account Executive

    Leo Burnett South Africa · 1998 — 2001
    Handled accounts for JD Group, McDonald's, Honda, Colt Rodeo, and Continental Tyres.
  • Junior Account Executive

    Target International · 1997 — 1998
    Assisted in managing accounts for Premier Milling, Hullets, and TimesMediaLimited.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Diploma, Retail Business Management
    WITS · 1996 — Present

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