Anthea Variend

Anthea Variend has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and companies. Anthea is currently working as the Head of Marketing at Construct since December 2021. Prior to this, they worked at HomeChoice as an ATL Marketing Campaign Manager from January 2019 to December 2021, and as a Marketing Campaign Manager from May 2018 to December 2018.

Anthea also has a significant tenure at Pearson South Africa, where they held various roles. Anthea served as the Head of Marketing: Schools from July 2015 to February 2018, responsible for developing marketing strategies and implementation plans for the Schools Business. Before that, Anthea worked as a Market Specialist from September 2013 to June 2015 and as a Marketing Co-ordinator from January 2007 to August 2013.

Earlier in their career, Anthea worked at Forwardslash as a User Experience Advocate, where they handled trend and competitor strategy identification, customer experience, and research projects. Anthea was with the company from 2002 to 2006.

Anthea's work experience also includes positions at The Portfolio Collection, where they served as a Production Co-Ordinator and Website Editor from May 2002 to August 2002, and as a Website Editor and Production Assistant from February 1999 to May 2002, handling website content, troubleshooting, liaising with developers, and general assistance in the DTP office.

Overall, Anthea Variend's work experience showcases their expertise in marketing, campaign management, and user experience, with a strong track record in strategic planning, brand positioning, and successful campaign execution.

Anthea Variend attended Cape Peninsula University of Technology from 1996 to 1998, where they obtained a National Diploma in Marketing. Prior to their university education, Anthea completed their high school education at Livingstone High School. Additionally, they have obtained a certification in "Keyword Research with Semrush: A Step-by-Step Guide" from Semrush in August 2023.