I’m a graphic designer and social media manager with 8+ years of experience helping businesses build bold brands and engaging content. I specialize in brand identity, content creation, social media management and digital + print design. • Brand identity & rebranding • Social media content creation & management • Graphic design for print and digital • Strategy and creative guidance Let’s bring your brand to life!…

Monique

I’m a graphic designer and social media manager with 8+ years of experience helping businesses build bold brands and engaging content. I specialize in brand identity, content creation, social media management and digital + print design. • Brand identity & rebranding • Social media content creation & management • Graphic design for print and digital • Strategy and creative guidance Let’s bring your brand to life!…

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I’m a graphic designer and social media manager with 8+ years of experience helping businesses build bold brands and engaging content. I specialize in brand identity, content creation, social media management and digital + print design.

• Brand identity & rebranding
• Social media content creation & management
• Graphic design for print and digital
• Strategy and creative guidance

Let’s bring your brand to life!

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Language

English
Advanced
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at U Print
November 1, 2016 - February 28, 2018
• Designed and prepared client projects for print, ensuring correct setup, die cuts, and quality control. • Managed printing, finishing, and packaging of client materials. • Assisted with layout, editing, and management of the local newspaper, including uploading content to WordPress and Facebook.
Head Graphic Designer at Mediplus
April 1, 2018 - February 28, 2021
• First full-time graphic designer employed in the company’s 10+ year history. • Oversaw creative direction and marketing design for Mediplus and its associated companies: Farmacia Mopani, Cheetah Express, Green Lizard, and Piël de Toro Clothing. • Designed corporate branding, membership cards, packaging, banners, flyers, and promotional materials. • Managed social media accounts and content planning. • Served on the event committee, helping to organize and run company events. • Carried out administrative and marketing support duties as part of the communications team.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Dranged
March 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025
• Worked directly with the brand director on seasonal launches and collections. • Designed illustrations for garment prints, packaging, towels, membership cards, and welcome cards. • Created email campaigns and social media content to support product launches. • Managed backend of the WordPress website: product uploads, inventory, pricing, and promotions. • Produced Brandboom presentations for wholesale buyers four times a year.
Media Manager at Invloed Kerk
January 1, 2023 - February 28, 2025
• Managed all media and communications for the church, including video production, editing, and livestream uploads to YouTube. • Designed and implemented weekly content plans across social media platforms (posts, reels, stories). • Built a functional microsite using Hopp Link, organizing sermons, announcements, and events. • Led a team of five volunteers, coordinating scheduling and training. • Designed all creative materials including banners, flyers, welcome cards, Sunday service presentations, and worship slides.
Founder & Creative Director at Socialized
March 1, 2021 - Present
At Socialized, we help fearless founders bring their brands to life through bold, strategic branding and social media management. Major Duties: • Full-service social media management: content creation, posting, engagement, and growth strategies across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. • Brand identity creation and rebranding: logo design, visual systems, brand guidelines, and strategic positioning for new and existing businesses. • Client onboarding and project management: ensuring a smooth, transparent process from first contact to project delivery. • Website and digital asset design to support client brands. • Creating cohesive, visually compelling marketing campaigns that align with client goals.

Education

High School Degree at Highschool Rob Ferreira
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
I also studied at CTU Training Solutions, South Africa. I Completed a QCTO FET Certificate in Design Foundation (SAQA ID: 49127, NQF Level 4, 141 credits). The program covered graphic design principles, software proficiency (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), branding, and project management for creative industries.
QCTO FET Certificate in Design Foundation at CTU Training Solutions
January 1, 2013 - February 28, 2014
I also at CTU Training Solutions, South Africa. I Completed a QCTO FET Certificate in Design Foundation (SAQA ID: 49127, NQF Level 4, 141 credits). The program covered graphic design principles, software proficiency (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), branding, and project management for creative industries.

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
    uniE621 Brand Collateral & Visual Identity Design for Duke Defence
    Duke Defence approached me to enhance their existing brand identity and create structured, cohesive visual collateral. While the company already had a logo, there was no formal brand structure or guidelines in place. I worked closely with the company director to develop a unified brand system using their colors and typography, and used these tools to design cohesive brand collateral such as flyers, social media posts, stationary etc. branding illustrator graphicdesigner logo designer…