I am a highly adaptable and detail-driven creative professional with a proven track record in graphic design, artwork, and bid design. I blend strong visual storytelling with technical precision to deliver high-quality, brand-aligned design solutions across print and digital media. With a sharp eye for layout, typography, and visual hierarchy, I create compelling materials that communicate complex information clearly and effectively. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch or refining existing assets, ensuring consistency and polish in every project. My experience spans the full design lifecycle—from brief to print-ready production—adhering to brand and compliance guidelines and meeting tight deadlines in fast-paced environments. I bring particular expertise in bid and proposal design, collaborating with executive and branding teams to transform written content into client-ready visuals that boost clarity and impact.

Caryn Rushby

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I am a highly adaptable and detail-driven creative professional with a proven track record in graphic design, artwork, and bid design. I blend strong visual storytelling with technical precision to deliver high-quality, brand-aligned design solutions across print and digital media. With a sharp eye for layout, typography, and visual hierarchy, I create compelling materials that communicate complex information clearly and effectively. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch or refining existing assets, ensuring consistency and polish in every project. My experience spans the full design lifecycle—from brief to print-ready production—adhering to brand and compliance guidelines and meeting tight deadlines in fast-paced environments. I bring particular expertise in bid and proposal design, collaborating with executive and branding teams to transform written content into client-ready visuals that boost clarity and impact.

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I am a highly adaptable and detail-driven creative professional with a proven track record in graphic design, artwork, and bid design. I blend strong visual storytelling with technical precision to deliver high-quality, brand-aligned design solutions across print and digital media.

With a sharp eye for layout, typography, and visual hierarchy, I create compelling materials that communicate complex information clearly and effectively. I enjoy developing concepts from scratch or refining existing assets, ensuring consistency and polish in every project. My experience spans the full design lifecycle—from brief to print-ready production—adhering to brand and compliance guidelines and meeting tight deadlines in fast-paced environments. I bring particular expertise in bid and proposal design, collaborating with executive and branding teams to transform written content into client-ready visuals that boost clarity and impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer / Artworker / Pre-Press Operator at Xtreme Graphics
November 1, 2024 - June 11, 2024
Lead designer for bespoke promotional materials across diverse client sectors including events, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, and retail. Supported bid and tender submissions by designing visually engaging, brand-compliant documents tailored to client specifications. Managed end-to-end project delivery, interpreting client briefs and producing print-ready artwork while ensuring brand consistency and technical precision. Ensured artwork met print specifications such as dimensions, colour accuracy, bleed, crop marks, and resolution standards. Collaborated with account managers and production teams to clarify requirements and resolve artwork-related issues efficiently. Provided ongoing support to production including artwork amendments, updates, and urgent reworks under tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Angels Media Marketing
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2024
Delivered bespoke marketing collateral for property clients, including brochures, landing pages, and brand guidelines. Collaborated with marketing, sales, and digital teams to develop visuals for social media campaigns, exhibitions, and digital initiatives that enhanced brand visibility and engagement. Maintained strict visual consistency across multiple client portfolios and ensured alignment with client tone, reinforcing brand integrity and elevating client experience.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at BizeeB Design
April 1, 2014 - April 30, 2022
Designed branding and print materials for sectors including retail, telecommunications, food, and furniture. Created bespoke designs for outdoor advertising, large-format signage, and billboards to enhance brand visibility. Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, coordinating timelines and resources to meet strict deadlines and quality standards. Developed bid designs and proposals for telecommunications clients, collaborating with bid teams to produce clear, persuasive, and visually engaging documents. Acted as primary liaison between clients, printers, and suppliers overseeing full print production lifecycle from artwork preparation through to final delivery and on-site installation. Produced bespoke artwork for packaging, product catalogues, point-of-sale displays, and signage while ensuring materials met technical specifications and production requirements.
Graphic Designer at Ellerines Holdings
April 1, 2007 - March 31, 2014
Designed and produced retail catalogues and promotional campaigns within an in-house design studio delivering high-quality materials aligned with brand standards and commercial objectives. Created visual advertisements, point-of-sale displays, and in-store graphics supporting multi-channel marketing efforts that increased customer engagement and sales. Managed project timelines and feedback loops to ensure timely delivery without compromising quality. Applied retail trends and consumer behavior insights to tailor designs that resonated with target audiences and maximized promotional impact.
Designer / Artworker / Pre-Press Operator at Xtreme Graphics
November 1, 2024 - June 19, 2024
Lead designer for bespoke promotional materials across diverse clients including events, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, and retail sectors. Supported bid and tender submissions by designing visually engaging, brand-compliant documents tailored to client needs. Managed end-to-end project delivery from client briefs to print-ready artwork, ensuring brand consistency and technical precision. Ensured all artwork met print specifications such as dimensions, colour accuracy, bleed, crop marks, and resolution standards. Collaborated with account managers and production teams to clarify requirements and efficiently resolve artwork issues. Provided ongoing production support including artwork amendments and urgent reworks under tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Angels Media Marketing
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2024
Delivered bespoke marketing collateral for property clients including brochures, landing pages, and brand guidelines. Collaborated with marketing, sales, and digital teams to develop engaging visuals for social media campaigns, exhibitions, and digital initiatives, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement. Maintained strict visual consistency across multiple client portfolios adhering to brand guidelines. Ensured all designs aligned with client tone and positioning, reinforcing brand integrity and enhancing client experience.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at BizeeB Design
April 1, 2014 - April 30, 2022
Designed and produced branding and print materials for sectors including retail, telecommunications, food, and furniture, delivering visually compelling assets aligned with brand identities and marketing goals. Created bespoke outdoor advertising designs such as large-format signage and billboards to enhance brand visibility. Managed multiple client projects ensuring timelines and quality standards were met. Developed bid designs and proposals for telecommunications clients collaborating with bid teams to produce clear and persuasive visuals. Proactively pitched to new clients contributing to business development. Acted as liaison between clients, printers, and suppliers overseeing full print production lifecycles from artwork preparation to onsite installation. Produced bespoke artwork including packaging, catalogs, point-of-sale displays, and signage, ensuring all materials met technical and production specifications.
Graphic Designer at Ellerines Holdings
April 1, 2007 - March 31, 2014
Designed and produced retail catalogues and promotional campaigns within an in-house studio, delivering high-quality materials aligned with brand standards and commercial goals. Contributed to multi-channel marketing by creating visually compelling advertisements, point-of-sale displays, and in-store graphics enhancing customer engagement and sales. Managed project timelines and coordinated feedback ensuring timely delivery without quality compromise. Applied understanding of retail trends and consumer behavior to tailor designs maximizing promotional impact.
Designer / Artworker / Pre-Press Operator at Xtreme Graphics
November 1, 2024 - Present
Leading the design of bespoke promotional materials for a diverse client base including events, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, and retail sectors. Supporting bid and tender submissions through creation of visually engaging, brand-compliant documents tailored to client requirements. Managing full project delivery from client brief interpretation to print-ready artwork, ensuring brand consistency and technical precision. Guaranteeing artwork meets print specifications such as dimensions, colour accuracy, bleed, crop marks, and resolution. Collaborating with account managers and production teams to resolve artwork issues efficiently. Providing ongoing support including amendments and urgent reworks under tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Angels Media Marketing
September 30, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Produced bespoke marketing collateral for property clients, including brochures, landing pages, and comprehensive brand guidelines. Partnered with marketing, sales, and digital teams to develop engaging visuals for social media campaigns, exhibitions, and bespoke digital initiatives to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. Maintained strict visual consistency across multiple client portfolios adhering to brand guidelines. Ensured all designs aligned with client tone and positioning, reinforcing brand integrity and elevating client experience.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at BizeeB Design
April 30, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Designed and produced branding and print materials for sectors including retail, telecommunications, food, and furniture, delivering visually compelling assets aligned with brand identities and marketing goals. Created bespoke designs for outdoor advertising such as large-format signage and billboards to enhance brand visibility. Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, coordinating timelines and resources to meet deadlines and maintain quality. Specialized in bid designs and proposals for telecommunications clients, collaborating with bid teams to create clear, persuasive, and visually engaging documents. Led business development by proactively pitching to new clients. Liaised between clients, printers, and suppliers overseeing full print production from artwork to onsite installation. Produced bespoke artwork in various formats including packaging, product catalogs, point-of-sale displays, and signage to drive customer engagement and brand recognition. Ensured all print and d
Graphic Designer at Ellerines Holdings
March 31, 2014 - September 4, 2025
Designed and produced retail catalogues and promotional campaigns within an in-house design studio, delivering high-quality materials aligned with brand standards and commercial objectives. Contributed to multi-channel marketing efforts creating advertisements, point-of-sale displays, and in-store graphics to enhance customer engagement and sales. Managed project timelines and feedback loops to ensure timely delivery without compromising quality. Applied a strong understanding of retail trends and consumer behavior to tailor designs that resonated with target audiences and maximized promotional impact.
Designer / Artworker / Pre-Press Operator at Xtreme Graphics
November 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025
Lead designer for bespoke promotional materials across events, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, and retail; supporting bid and tender submissions with brand-compliant documents; managing end-to-end project delivery from client brief to print-ready artwork; ensuring print specifications, colour accuracy, bleed, crop marks, and resolution standards; collaborating with account managers and production teams to resolve artwork issues; providing ongoing production support with amendments and urgent reworks under tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Angels Media Marketing
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Delivered bespoke marketing collateral for property clients (brochures, landing pages, brand guidelines); collaborated with marketing, sales, and digital teams to develop visuals for social media campaigns, exhibitions, and digital initiatives; maintained visual consistency across multiple client portfolios; ensured designs aligned with client tone and positioning.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at BizeeB Design
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Designed and produced branding and print materials across retail, telecommunications, food, and furniture; created outdoor advertising including large-format signage; managed multiple client projects with strict deadlines; developed bid designs and proposals for telecommunications clients in collaboration with bid teams; pursued new business opportunities; acted as liaison between clients, printers, and suppliers, overseeing the full print production lifecycle from artwork preparation to proofing and onsite installation; produced packaging, product catalogs, POS displays, and signage while ensuring adherence to specs.
Graphic Designer at Ellerines Holdings
March 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Designed and produced retail catalogues and promotional campaigns in an in-house design studio; contributed to multi-channel marketing with ads, POS displays, and in-store graphics; managed timelines and coordinated feedback to ensure timely delivery of assets; applied understanding of retail trends to tailor designs for target audiences.

Education

Graphic Design at Hirt & Carter Design House
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Education with Sciences at Johannesburg College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Events Management at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Graphic Design at Hirt & Carter Design House
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Education with Sciences at Johannesburg College of Education
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Events Management at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
UI/UX Design Essentials (Figma) at Udemy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
UI/UX Design Essentials (Adobe XD) at Udemy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Advanced Photoshop at Udemy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Events Management at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Graphic Design at Hirt & Carter Design House
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Education with Sciences at Johannesburg College of Education
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Events Management at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Graphic Design at Hirt & Carter Design House
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Education with Sciences at Johannesburg College of Education
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Figma UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Adobe XD UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Photoshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Figma UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Adobe XD UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Advanced Photoshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Figma UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Adobe XD UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Advanced Photoshop
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Figma UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025
Adobe XD UI/UX Design Essentials
January 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025
Advanced Photoshop
January 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Telecommunications, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Education
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