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I’m Panashe Muza, a senior graphic designer with over a decade of experience delivering brand, digital, and print solutions for agencies, startups, and production teams. I blend creative strategy with technical precision to translate business goals into impactful visuals across digital channels and large-format output.
I thrive in remote, fast-paced environments and own projects from concept through final delivery, collaborating with marketing and video teams to ensure cohesive campaigns. I’m passionate about building strong visual identities, evolving brand systems, and producing production-ready artwork that meets deadlines and quality standards.
Experience Level
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Language
English
Fluent
Shona
Fluent
North Ndebele
Fluent
Xhosa
Intermediate
Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Flash Components CC
July 1, 2023 - October 18, 2025Managed end-to-end print production using HP Print OS, Caldera RIP, and Summa F1612 cutter, improving turnaround time by 30%. Designed and implemented branding and marketing visuals that increased digital engagement by 40%. Operated and maintained HP Latex L700W, L800, L830 printers, ensuring top-quality print accuracy and color consistency. Collaborated with the marketing and video teams to develop cross-platform content strategies and promotional visuals for product launches.
Photographer / Graphic Designer at Brainwox Studio
December 1, 2017 - October 18, 2025Produced high-impact visuals for social media and digital marketing that boosted client visibility by 25%. Supported branding and photography operations, blending creative concepting with data-driven marketing goals. Assisted in developing design systems and file management standards to ensure print-ready artwork compliance.
Graphic Designer at ICUE
October 1, 2015 - October 18, 2025Developed branding materials and promotional assets that contributed to early brand adoption and startup growth. Collaborated with web developers to align UI assets with cohesive branding and improve client satisfaction. Enhanced internal creative processes, reducing design production time by 20% through organized workflow systems.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2014 - October 18, 2025Designed brand identities, marketing collateral, and logo systems for various clients across industries. Managed client communication, briefing, revisions, and delivery — achieving 95% satisfaction and repeat business. Consulted on design strategy and brand positioning to help small businesses establish visual credibility.
Print Operator (Internship) at Fineline – 9 Zeiss, Laser Park, Honeydew, Johannesburg
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Assisted in preparing print files and operating digital printing machines. Collaborated with the design team on client branding and print production projects. Learned and applied industry-standard processes in print setup, finishing, and color calibration.
Graphic Designer at Flash Components CC
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023Designed newsletters, product photography, and social media creatives to enhance brand presence. Developed advertising concepts and branding for subsidiary companies. Shot and edited video content for social media and marketing campaigns. Collaborated with the marketing team to deliver projects on time and within scope.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Various Clients
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021Delivered branding, logo design, and print materials for small businesses and individuals. Produced digital assets and managed social media graphics to boost engagement. Coordinated directly with clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
Photographer / Graphic Designer at Brainwox Studio – Harare
February 1, 2016 - December 1, 2017Managed graphic design projects while serving as secondary photographer. Supported social media marketing campaigns through design and photography.
Graphic Designer at ICUE – Harare
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015Collaborated with web design team on creative projects to meet objectives. Produced marketing assets with attention to brand consistency and innovation.
Graphic Designer at Independent / Early Career – Harare
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014Designed logos, branding materials, and promotional items for diverse clients. Managed client communication and ensured timely delivery of creative solutions.
Graphic Designer / Print Production Specialist at Flash Components CC
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023Owned end-to-end design and print production workflows, improving turnaround times by 30% through process optimisation. Designed branding, promotional, and digital marketing assets that increased campaign engagement by 40%. Managed colour accuracy, quality control, and file preparation for large-format and UV print production. Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing and video teams to deliver cohesive multi-platform campaigns. Acted as a key bridge between creative design and technical production teams.
Photographer / Graphic Designer at Brainwox Studio
February 1, 2016 - December 1, 2017Created digital marketing visuals and photography that increased client visibility and online engagement by 25%. Supported brand development projects, combining creative direction with marketing objectives. Implemented structured file management and print-ready standards to reduce production errors.
Graphic Designer at ICUE
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015Developed branding assets and promotional materials contributing to early brand growth. Collaborated with web developers to align UI visuals with consistent brand identity. Improved internal workflows, reducing design turnaround time by 20%.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Brand Consultant at Remote & On-Site
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014Delivered brand identities, logos, and marketing collateral for clients across multiple industries. Managed full client lifecycle: briefing, concept development, revisions, and final delivery. Advised small businesses on brand positioning and visual strategy to improve market credibility. Maintained high client satisfaction, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Brand Consultant at Remote & On-Site
January 1, 2017 - PresentDelivered brand identities, logos, and marketing collateral for clients across multiple industries. Managed full client lifecycle: briefing, concept development, revisions, and final delivery. Advised small businesses on brand positioning and visual strategy to improve market credibility. Maintained high client satisfaction, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Graphic Designer at ICUE (Startup Environment)
January 1, 2014 - October 31, 2015Developed branding assets and promotional materials contributing to early brand growth. Collaborated with web developers to align UI visuals with consistent brand identity. Improved internal workflows, reducing design turnaround time by 20%.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Brand Consultant at Freelance
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014Delivered brand identities, logos, and marketing collateral for clients across multiple industries. Managed full client lifecycle: briefing, concept development, revisions, and final delivery. Advised small businesses on brand positioning and visual strategy to improve market credibility. Maintained high client satisfaction, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Brand Consultant at Freelance
January 1, 2017 - PresentDelivered brand identities, logos, and marketing collateral for clients across multiple industries. Managed full client lifecycle: briefing, concept development, revisions, and final delivery. Advised small businesses on brand positioning and visual strategy to improve market credibility. Maintained high client satisfaction, leading to repeat business and referrals.
Education
National Diploma in Fine Art at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2018National Certificate in Applied Art and Design at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2014Certificate in Management at Mutare Professional College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011National Diploma in Fine Art at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2018National Certificate in Applied Art and Design at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2014Certificate in Management at Mutare Professional College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011National Diploma in Fine Art at Harare Polytechnic College
January 1, 2018 - January 25, 2026National Certificate in Applied Art & Design at Harare Polytechnic College
January 1, 2014 - January 25, 2026Certificate in Management at Mutare Professional College
January 1, 2011 - January 25, 2026National Diploma in Fine Art at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018National Certificate in Applied Art & Design at Harare Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Certificate in Management at Mutare Professional College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
Marlins Test for English
June 1, 2018 - October 18, 2025Marlins Test for English
June 1, 2018 - December 8, 2025Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund Award (Painting)
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025Marlins English Language Test
January 1, 2018 - January 25, 2026Marlins English Language Test
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Mayor’s Christmas Cheer Fund Award – Painting
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Other
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