Joy English School

* Taught English language skills to students from elementary to high school.
* Led classes focused on vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and listening.
* Created interactive lessons tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
* Tracked student progress and provided constructive feedback.
* Employed textbooks, multimedia, and online platforms as teaching tools.

English Teacher

University of Pretoria

* Redistributed returned materials from students to various departments within the Merensky Library.
* Assisted students in locating relevant materials and resources within the library.
* Provided general client services.

Junior Information Assitant

I'm an aspiring AI content creator, dedicated to exploring the creative potential of AI tools for video and image generation. Currently, I'm focused on mastering tools like Kling Nim, Pulid for Flux, MidJourney, and ElevenLabs, creating tutorial posts and short films as I document my journey.

My goal is to make AI more accessible to creators by sharing practical insights, comparisons, and guides through my posts. I’m also working toward building a supportive community for AI-driven storytellers and visual creators, where we can learn, experiment, and inspire each other. This journey is all about pushing creative boundaries and discovering what’s possible with AI.

In my personal life, I love reading and constantly learning new things. My inquisitive nature makes me a valuable team player. 
I'm excited to connect with others who are interested in how to use AI, image to video, etc.  Don't hesitate to reach out!

Get in touch:
📧 Email me at: dekock.niel@gmail.com

Niel de Kock

Josh Design

Designed various Logos for international companies.
Tutored students of Schools Without Wall, Washington, DC, USA on how to use AI to generate architectural structures.
Participated in AI fashion Competition and won First position.
Participated in the Beta Testing of AI Apps before final roll out.  
Won the First position in an AI Image competition organized by AGImage AI.
Generated images using generative AI applications, for architectural, and product design using
Midjourney, Stable Diffusion AI, Adobe firefly and others.
Designed posters for various events organized by ijovudu Dance International, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 
Completed in-depth product design tests using updated software tools.
Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.
Completed final touches on projects before rollout.

Creative Graphic Designer

Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Determined and adjusted subject position, props, and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize the final product.
Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast, and light range. Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert, and control the light and color properties of photos.
Researched image libraries to locate appropriate photographs for stock use.
Created a digital asset management system to increase the security, organization, and searchability of digital assets.
Retouched skin blemishes and tattoos and removed unwanted images from objects with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Scheduled studio appointments to shoot a wide variety of subjects.
Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.

Photographer / Image Editor

GNN Nigeria

-Provided strategic direction for the organization's operations in alignment with GNN Nigeria's mission and objectives.
-Collaborated with the executive team to develop and execute a comprehensive operations strategy.
-Cultivated and maintained partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and industry stakeholders.
-Leveraged these partnerships to enhance the reach and impact of GNN Nigeria's initiatives.
-Fostered a culture of collaboration and innovation to maximize team performance.
-Ensured projects were completed on time and within budget, meeting or exceeding quality standards.
-Utilized data analytics and AI tools to make data-driven decisions, improving operational efficiency and program outcomes.
-Engaged with the local community and key stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure programs met their requirements.
-Stayed updated with the latest advancements in AI and technology and integrated them into the organization's operations.
-Identified potential risks and developed risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization's operations and reputation.

Director of Operations

Rani Properties Ltd

Created, updated, and maintained the project submittal log and all other project-specific quality control reports.
Reviewed drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review, and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary.
Chaired and documented weekly QC meetings with the superintendent, and provided written minutes as described in project-specific contract documents.
Provided daily QC reports that reinforce activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project's established standard and constructively confront any non-conformance to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner.
Conducted preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings to establish an understanding of the standards of care desired for each definable feature of the work.
Verified and documented all materials received for the project, and ensured that they are in conformance with the approved submittal, are handled and stored appropriately, and are installed and acceptable for use in the project
Conducted pre-construction meetings with new and existing subcontractors and the superintendent at least two days prior to the start of each new phase of the work to discuss issues that affect the quality. Coordinated and documented the testing and commissioning of building systems.
Maintain the project "as-built" drawings on a daily basis.
Assembled and forwarded project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranties.

Construction Quality Control Manager

Appen

Created accurate written versions of audio and video recordings.
Reviewed and edited transcriptions done by speech recognition software, and identified any inconsistencies.
Created accurate timestamps on an identified, exact point in an audio or video where the given text was spoken.
Categorized audio files according to the guidelines of the project.
Validated audio files according to the quality of audibility.

Transcriptionist

Niger State Government, Nigeria

Managed the photographing and documenting of Cultural and religious festivals, government events, and activities across the state.
Supervised the uploading of content on the government-owned social media platform to grow the social media communities and enhance citizens' interaction with the government.
Designed flyers and posters to promote the state's culture and tourism sector.
Collected Photographed and documented information on tourist sites in the state.
Initiated events in the state that promoted tourism and boosted the revenue of the state.

Senior Special Assistant Political Mobilization 

Initiated Photographic documentation of all tourist sites, events, and activities of the state government. Official photographer for the Niger State State pilgrims to Israel.
Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast, and light range. Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.

Head Photographer

Shehu & Partners Ltd

Managed drafting and design for over 4 Airport projects from concept through delivery.
Interpreted over 357 architectural and engineering sketches to create detailed blueprints for military construction projects using AutoCAD and ArchiCAD.
Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.
Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations to scrutinize projects against established architectural criteria.
Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations, and documentation.
Monitored and analyzed project costs and resource allocation to mitigate overages.
Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks. Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
Consulted with architects, customers, and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates. Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.

Architectural Technologist

320 TTG Nigeria Airforce Base

Lectured Military Personal Technical Drawing, AutoCAD & ArchiCAD, In the Facilities Engineering Department.
Developed Curriculum for the department to enable accreditation by National Board for Technical Education.

Instructor/Lecturer

Developed residential and commercial designs.
Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance, and other specifications. Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Monitored production processes to gain an understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.

AutoCAD/ArchiCAD Draftsperson/Site Supervisor

Dir. of Ops GNN-Nig | AI Enthusiast | Architect | Creative Designer | Photographer

I am an AI Image Generator, architect, graphic designer, and photographer who embodies a thirst for knowledge, a creative spirit, and an unwavering curiosity to explore new frontiers.

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