Rizwana Variawa

Rizwana Variawa is an experienced digital audience analyst currently employed at Tiso Blackstar Group since November 2018. Previously, as managing editor of Media 24_ Huffington Post from August 2017 to August 2018, Rizwana led a team that elevated the site's ranking from the top 20 to the top 8 in South Africa within six months. Rizwana also served as an account executive at Gallo Images for a brief period in 2017, achieving first-month sales targets despite being new to the role. Earlier, as managing editor at Grazia Magazine from March 2015 to November 2016, Rizwana built strong relationships and showcased the ability to perform well under pressure. At Media24 (Pty) Ltd from 2011 to 2015, Rizwana began as a production manager through a temp role, demonstrating proactive skills that earned a month-to-month contract. Rizwana also has experience as the owner/manager of DS MAX / Power House Promotions from 2007 to 2011, overseeing administration, recruitment, and events.