I am a multidisciplinary graphic designer/illustrator with a strong focus on shaping distinctive visual identities and translating ideas into compelling and memorable visual storytelling. I work across digital, print, and various community-led platforms, balancing strategic thinking with experimentation, guided by cultural relevance and intention. I have experience working with international teams both remotely and in person. I’m drawn to purpose-led projects, playful problem-solving, and creating work that feels thoughtful, refined, and unapologetically human.

Cinzia Cioffi

I am a multidisciplinary graphic designer/illustrator with a strong focus on shaping distinctive visual identities and translating ideas into compelling and memorable visual storytelling. I work across digital, print, and various community-led platforms, balancing strategic thinking with experimentation, guided by cultural relevance and intention. I have experience working with international teams both remotely and in person. I’m drawn to purpose-led projects, playful problem-solving, and creating work that feels thoughtful, refined, and unapologetically human.

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I am a multidisciplinary graphic designer/illustrator with a strong focus on shaping distinctive visual identities and translating ideas into compelling and memorable visual storytelling. I work across digital, print, and various community-led platforms, balancing strategic thinking with experimentation, guided by cultural relevance and intention.

I have experience working with international teams both remotely and in person. I’m drawn to purpose-led projects, playful problem-solving, and creating work that feels thoughtful, refined, and unapologetically human.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance — Creative Direction, Illustration & Production Design at Boom Festival (collaborative project)
September 1, 2025 - Present
I took a freelance period focused on expanding technical, conceptual, and production-based skills across large-scale creative environments. Contributed to Boom Festival, collaborating on sculptural and immersive installations alongside Daniel Popper, with hands-on involvement in large-scale festival builds and on-site production. Gained extensive experience in event production, including spatial setup, installation, and breakdown in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments. Designed and fabricated custom decorative elements for weddings and private events, bridging concept, material experimentation, and physical execution.
Creative Lead at VON PEACH
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
I lead end-to-end creative direction across branding, campaigns, and visual storytelling. Defining and evolving a distinctive visual language through graphic design, illustration, and art direction. Collaborating with founders, strategists, and community members to align creative output with brand vision.
Creative Director & Community Manager at Kunda Valley
August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Directed the overall creative vision, visual identity, and brand expression across all platforms. Led design, concept development and spacial design for the final event dancefloor stages and community initiatives. Oversaw creative production while cultivating an engaged, values-driven creative community.
Head Graphic Inventor / Animator at Kolab Edutech
April 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Led visual concept development for educational technology products and platforms. Designed and animated illustrations to communicate complex information with clarity and impact. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and quality across all visual outputs.
Freelance — Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Illustration & Animation at Various Clients
August 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020
Delivered bespoke branding, illustration, and design solutions for clients across creative and cultural sectors. Managed projects independently from concept through to final delivery.
Graphic Design / Art Direction at Social Star
October 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Created digital-first design assets aligned with brand and campaign objectives for social media campaign rollout.
Junior Animator / Illustrator at FULLHD STUDIOS
March 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Supported animation and illustration production for commercial and creative projects. Assisted senior creatives in visual development and execution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication at Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Matric Certificate at St Mary’s DSG Kloof
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Dale Carnegie Professional Development Course at Dale Carnegie
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
200hr Yoga Teacher Training at Samyama Mindfulness Center, Ubud, Bali
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
100hr FluidUs Training at Habitas Wellness, Cape Town
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

AI Image Generation Course (Midjourney prompting)
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
Dale Carnegie Professional Development Course
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
200hr Yoga Teacher Training
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
100hr FluidUs Training
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
AI Image Generation Course (Midjourney prompting)
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality