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Jennifer Onyeiwu

Glenfield,AUK

Summary

Creative communicator with a growing foundation in digital marketing and six years of content creation experience across writing, film, and social media. Currently completing a Master of Marketing at AUT, with a strong interest in fashion, branding, and storytelling. Experienced actress and model with a keen eye for aesthetics, a natural on-camera presence, and a collaborative spirit. Passionate about helping brands grow through authentic content, community engagement, and creative strategies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Content Creator & Film Producer

01.2017 - Current
  • Produced three short films, including one delivered and selected as a finalist for multiple international film festivals, involving content planning, teaser trailer creation, and Instagram campaigns.
  • Created an EPK and coordinated with PR firm (818) for media coverage.
  • Designed and edited visual content using CapCut and Canva, achieving over 90K views through targeted promotion.

Actress / Model

06.2018 - Current
  • Represented brands and productions across theatre, TV, and social campaigns.
  • Trained at Atlantic Acting School, NYC, with a focus on performance and storytelling.
  • Experience with on-camera work, improvisation, and creative concept development.

Columnist

Black Creatives Aotearoa
01.2021 - Current
  • Write cultural and community-centered stories for digital distribution.
  • Craft engaging content that reflects underrepresented voices and local narratives.
  • Increased reader retention by delivering insightful analysis and commentary on important issues affecting the community.

Teaching Assistant

Auckland University of Technology
01.2019 - Current
  • Support lesson planning, student engagement, and curriculum delivery across marketing and communication-related topics.
  • Part-time

Contributing Writer

The Pantograph Punch
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed creative articles and handled online content for both web and social platforms.
  • Conducted research and collaborated with editors on high-impact editorial pieces.

Retail Stylist

Lorna Jane
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Delivered excellent customer service and maintained strong product knowledge in activewear and lifestyle fashion.
  • Assisted with visual merchandising, styling, and inventory management.

Sales Assistant

Cotton On
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Helped enhance the customer experience through attentive service and store organization.

Education

Master of Marketing -

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, AUK
07.2026

Acting Summer Intensive -

Atlantic Theatre Company
New York, USA
09.2018

Bachelor of Health Science - Health Promotion

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, AUK
12.2017

Skills

  • Social Media Content Creation (Instagram, TikTok)
  • Storytelling & Visual Branding
  • Creative Writing & Editing
  • Research & Market Analysis
  • On-Camera Performance & Modeling
  • Influencer Outreach
  • Canva, CapCut, Google Suite, Microsoft Office
  • SEO & Blog Writing
  • Communication & Collaboration

Timeline

Contributing Writer

The Pantograph Punch
05.2023 - 08.2023

Columnist

Black Creatives Aotearoa
01.2021 - Current

Retail Stylist

Lorna Jane
01.2020 - 01.2021

Teaching Assistant

Auckland University of Technology
01.2019 - Current

Actress / Model

06.2018 - Current

Freelance Content Creator & Film Producer

01.2017 - Current

Sales Assistant

Cotton On
01.2015 - 01.2016

Master of Marketing -

Auckland University of Technology

Acting Summer Intensive -

Atlantic Theatre Company

Bachelor of Health Science - Health Promotion

Auckland University of Technology
Jennifer Onyeiwu