Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Youtube content about travel, wildlife and all things Africa
Websites
Host of a horror movie podcast
Languages
Timeline
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Jeff DaSilva

Sebastopol

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Safari West, adept at engaging audiences of up to 15 people with enriching wildlife education and superior animal care. Excels in operating large equipment and driving trucks, alongside a passion for wildlife conservation. Known for exceptional animal handling and creating memorable community events.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Host

Mopani Expeditions
03.2020 - Current
  • Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by tailoring travel packages to individual preferences and needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize travel recommendations and share industry knowledge.
  • Managed complex itineraries for multi-city trips, balancing client preferences with logistical constraints.

Safari Guide and Supervisor

Safari West
12.2010 - Current
  • Guided groups of up to 15 people on scheduled tours.
  • Provided an authentic guided Safari experience
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special wildlife to educate visitors.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Utilized props, pictures and sounds to get guests engaged


Animal Caretaker

Safari West
01.2010 - Current
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.

TV Presenter

Safari West Live
05.2019 - 07.2021

Co creator of Safari West Live, a show built for kids in hospitals and schools who were not able to physically come to property. I was responsible for the content and outline of the show as well as being a presenter.

  • Tailored communication style to suit diverse audiences, facilitating understanding across age groups and cultural backgrounds.
  • Improved show production quality by working closely with technical staff to fine-tune audiovisual elements.
  • Enhanced viewer experience by delivering engaging commentary during live events and special programming.

Bartender

Trail House
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for an incoming shift
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Education

No Degree - Veterinary Science

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA

Guide Certificate, Track And Sign Certificate -

Limpopo Guide Academy
Limpopo, South Africa
01.2019

High School Diploma -

Technology High School
Rohnert Park, CA
2010

Skills

  • Able to talk to small and large crowds
  • Able to operate large equipment and drive large trucks
  • Knowledgeable about animals, wildlife and conservation
  • Getting people engaged and excited about specific topics
  • Community Events and Activities
  • Animal Handling
  • Food Supplement Preparation

Youtube content about travel, wildlife and all things Africa

I film and occasionally star in "Misguided" a show where two guides talk about different topics for/about travel to Africa.

Host of a horror movie podcast

"Will it Give Me Nightmares?" is a show I co-host that reviews horror movies and how scary they actually are.

Languages

Zulu
Limited Working

Timeline

Host

Mopani Expeditions
03.2020 - Current

TV Presenter

Safari West Live
05.2019 - 07.2021

Bartender

Trail House
01.2019 - 04.2019

Safari Guide and Supervisor

Safari West
12.2010 - Current

Animal Caretaker

Safari West
01.2010 - Current

No Degree - Veterinary Science

Santa Rosa Junior College

Guide Certificate, Track And Sign Certificate -

Limpopo Guide Academy

High School Diploma -

Technology High School
Jeff DaSilva