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As a digital design professional, my approach is rooted in design thinking, crafting solutions that blend creativity, functionality, and strategy. Driven by the intersection of human-centric design and emerging technologies, I focus on creating future-proof digital assets that balance innovation with functional excellence. As T.S. Eliot suggests, 'Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.' I apply this mindset, seeking to join purpose-driven and impact-focused teams.…As a digital design professional, my approach is rooted in design thinking, crafting solutions that blend creativity, functionality, and strategy. Driven by the intersection of human-centric design and emerging technologies, I focus on creating future-proof digital assets that balance innovation with functional excellence. As T.S. Eliot suggests, 'Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.' I apply this mindset, seeking to join purpose-driven and impact-focused teams.

Phillip Sipho Mabena

Designer, Web Designer, Product Designer, +7

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As a digital design professional, my approach is rooted in design thinking, crafting solutions that blend creativity, functionality, and strategy. Driven by the intersection of human-centric design and emerging technologies, I focus on creating future-proof digital assets that balance innovation with functional excellence. As T.S. Eliot suggests, 'Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.' I apply this mindset, seeking to join purpose-driven and impact-focused teams.…As a digital design professional, my approach is rooted in design thinking, crafting solutions that blend creativity, functionality, and strategy. Driven by the intersection of human-centric design and emerging technologies, I focus on creating future-proof digital assets that balance innovation with functional excellence. As T.S. Eliot suggests, 'Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.' I apply this mindset, seeking to join purpose-driven and impact-focused teams.

Available to hire

As a digital design professional, my approach is rooted in design thinking, crafting solutions that blend creativity, functionality, and strategy.

Driven by the intersection of human-centric design and emerging technologies, I focus on creating future-proof digital assets that balance innovation with functional excellence.

As T.S. Eliot suggests, ‘Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.’ I apply this mindset, seeking to join purpose-driven and impact-focused teams.

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Work Experience

Digital Designer at Logic Playground (Formerly Racvert)

August 1, 2023 - March 1, 2026

UI/UX & Product Design: Contributed to the design & development of clients’ software products by creating solutions that supported both user experience and business goals. Front-End Development: Hands-on front-end development for web applications, ensuring world-class standards using CSS, Bootstrap utilities, and basic JavaScript, contributing both to aesthetics and the functionality of clients’ applications. AI-Assisted Development: Leveraged AI agentic coding to accelerate development tasks, improve efficiency, and support innovative problem-solving in front-end workflows. Design QA & Control: Conducted design and functionality reviews across web applications for Logic Playground and their clients under the senior dev’s guidance, identifying inconsistencies and collaborating with developers to maintain high product quality. Graphic Design: Handled design (brand and visual identities) for clients, as well as supporting internal design assets for Logic Playground’s marketing an

Tutor | Equipment Booking Assistant at University of Johannesburg

February 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022

Tutor & Equipment Booking Assistant: Tutored first and second-year students in design-related subjects, helping them grasp complex theories, methods, and assignments. Assisted senior lecturers with marking and feedback on student projects and presentations.

Freelance Designer at Kaelonaction

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017

Provided freelance design services, creating branding assets, social media graphics, and web visuals for clients.

Jnr Cylinder Head Technician at True Size Motor Engineering

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Assisted engineering team with cylinder head maintenance, testing, and basic repairs.

Volunteer at Creative Seminal Arts Entertainment

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Oversaw the Photo Studio and Green Screen Studio, equipment office management, loans, and basic maintenance; Clerical & Admin duties; Tutoring & Academic Support; Assessment Support.

DIGITAL DESIGNER at CloudCard Enterprises

August 1, 2023 - February 28, 2026

Lead digital design for CloudCard projects; front-end development for end-to-end feature interfaces; collaborated with sales, marketing, product, and executives to align creative direction with business goals; contributed to brand initiatives and product feature development; designed NFC business cards campaigns; performed Design QA to ensure alignment with user needs and business goals.

Volunteer at Seminal Arts Entertainment

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Volunteer contributor providing creative support for Seminal Arts Entertainment; involvement included design and production assistance in 2022.