Lauren King
Brand and Marketing Creative
- ·-· Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
WORK EXPERIENCE
Canway Pty Ltd
(WIPRO)
2022 - Current
Senior Assistant Brand and Category Manager
Kayser Baird Insurance
Brokers
2019 - 2022
Short Term Claims Consultant & Assessor
Emirates
2019
Cabin Crew
2015 - 2019
Mathematics tutor at Master Maths and Junior maths manager
Aupair
Nail technician
Managing all areas of the brands and specific products, such as, but not limited to,
performance, target tracking, forecasting, promotions, advertising. Project
management is a key part of the role as we work cross-functionally on a day to day basis
to ensure all innovation, campaigns, etc. are implemented timely and accurately.
Prepare and present sales reports biweekly. Track and analyse competitor data. Create
all design and product briefs. Copywriting for on pack as well as for digital campaigns,
articles, advertisements and activations. Approval of all brand works before they go live.
Work closely with R&D and quality teams. Initiate cost-saving exercises. Travel for
various brand-building activations.
Responsible for evaluating non-motor insurance claims. Assessing validity of claims,
investigating supporting documentation, liaising with clients, service providers and
insurers, ensuring all claims are processed accurately and efficiently. Provide advice of
claims procedures and help resolve disputes and ensure compliance. RE5 exam passed.
Emirates economy class cabin crew. Undergo rigorous practical and theoretical training
and testing. Working aboard both Boeing and Airbus airplanes. Provide prestigious
customer service Emirates is known for. Cross-cultural communication and people
management. I was awarded first prize in my GMT (General Medical Training) and was
voted most presentable and professional by my peers, winning the Image & Uniform
award.
EDUCATION
IIE Varsity College
2015 - 2017
Bachelors Degree in Communication Science and
Psychology
SKILLS
LANGUAGE
INTERESTS
Copywriting
Creative skills
Marketing - Digital and Classic
Content Strategy
Project Management
Problem Solving
Canva
Microsoft
English
Afrikaans (Conversational)
Scuba Diving
Running
Reading
Travel
Coffee
Crime Series
Early Morning Sunrises
