Multidisciplinary Designer - Packaging Specialist | Brand & Graphic Storyteller I am a curious and versatile creative with a passion for design, originally from South Africa but now living in Belgium.

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Multidisciplinary Designer - Packaging Specialist | Brand & Graphic Storyteller

I am a curious and versatile creative with a passion for design, originally from South Africa but now living in Belgium. I thrive on crafting engaging campaigns and bringing ideas to life, whether working independently or collaborating within a dynamic team.

After the years of experience across Global and Independent creative agencies as well as In-house roles, I now offer my expertise and skills as an independent creative professional , seamlessly navigating through graphic and packaging design, content development, digital marketing and have a clear understanding of creating with markets, audiences and platforms in mind.

  • 14 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Consumer Goods
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 7 roles

Packaging: Brand Strategy · DS SmithJan 2021 – Jul 2025 · 4 yrs 7 mos

Focused on packaging brand strategy.

Packaging: Campaign & Content Specialist · DS SmithJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Responsibilities include packaging design, concept development, customer collaboration, creative workshop facilitation, digital design and marketing, and campaign and content management.

Packaging: Design Specialist · DS SmithJan 2019 – Jul 2025 · 6 yrs 7 mos

Specialized in packaging design, concept development, customer collaboration, creative workshops, digital design and marketing, and managing campaigns and content.

Freelance CreativeDec 2016 – Jul 2025 · 8 yrs 8 mos
Senior Designer · Fountainhead DesignDec 2015 – Jul 2025 · 9 yrs 8 mos
Senior Designer · Berge FarrellApr 2014 – Jul 2025 · 11 yrs 4 mos
Junior Art Director · OgilvyFeb 2012 – Jul 2025 · 13 yrs 6 mos

Education

Bachelor of Commerce · University of South Africa2008 – 2011
Bachelor of Art · Design Centre (South Africa)2000 – 2003

Certifications and awards

Certificate in AI Tools: ChatGPT, MidJourney2024 – 2025
Certification in Web Design & HTML Coding2005

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