A Creative and detail-oriented , Digital Designer & Front-End Web Developer with years of experience designing and developing user-focused websites and digital experiences. Skilled in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and responsive UI/UX design. Adept at conceptualising wireframes, creating high-fidelity prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and visually compelling solutions. Proficient in HTML/CSS, basic JavaScript, and familiar with Webflow and low-code platforms. Passionate about blending design and technology to craft high-performing, conversion-focused websites that elevate brands and engage users.

Calvin Kudiwapfava

A Creative and detail-oriented , Digital Designer & Front-End Web Developer with years of experience designing and developing user-focused websites and digital experiences. Skilled in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and responsive UI/UX design. Adept at conceptualising wireframes, creating high-fidelity prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and visually compelling solutions. Proficient in HTML/CSS, basic JavaScript, and familiar with Webflow and low-code platforms. Passionate about blending design and technology to craft high-performing, conversion-focused websites that elevate brands and engage users.

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A Creative and detail-oriented , Digital Designer & Front-End Web Developer with years of experience designing and developing user-focused websites and digital experiences. Skilled in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and responsive UI/UX design. Adept at conceptualising wireframes, creating high-fidelity prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and visually compelling solutions. Proficient in HTML/CSS, basic JavaScript, and familiar with Webflow and low-code platforms. Passionate about blending design and technology to craft high-performing, conversion-focused websites that elevate brands and engage users.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Marketing Specialist (Web) at MetroFibre Networks
June 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee all aspects of digital marketing on the MetroFibre Networks website, including UI/UX design, SEO strategy implementation, and the development of conversion-focused landing pages. Led an iterative website revamp to improve user experience, achieving an average of 10,000 legitimate users per month. Improved page speed and load times, contributing to 1,000 online orders per month. Drove a 50% average engagement rate from all traffic sources by executing initiatives on digital media in line with marketing priorities. Optimized landing pages to support targeted digital media placements, generating an average of 2,000 leads per month. Nurtured leads through the sales funnel, achieving a 25% conversion rate (or 500 leads) into sales-ready leads per month. Used analytics tools to provide data-driven insights, resulting in a 15% increase in user engagement.
IT AND DIGITAL MARKETING ANALYST at Ekurhuleni Agricultural College
February 1, 2019 - Present
Developed and managed the college’s website and digital marketing efforts, improving user engagement and digital awareness. Created and enhanced social media presence for affiliated companies, notably increasing online engagement and driving sales by 25%. Led and managed all IT and development efforts, providing technical support and resolving critical website issues within 24 hours.
Digital Marketing Consultant at Diginamix
May 1, 2023 - October 13, 2025
Collaborated with clients across various industries, leading end-to-end web projects from initial scoping and design to final performance optimisation. Drove the successful development and optimisation of websites tailored to distinct business needs and best UX practices.
Web Administrator at JD Group
December 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025
Supported the development and management of the company’s eCommerce platform, contributing to product enrichment, image optimisation, and content preparation for online publication. Collaborated with product and IT teams to ensure a seamless user experience, optimising content structure in line with UX/UI principles and basic SEO practices. Used Magento and other CMS tools to manage and maintain web content. Performed front-end and back-end troubleshooting and conducted routine audits, enhancing user experience and minimising downtime. Contributed to the full SDLC and documented business and technical requirements, created user stories, and participated in agile project management to deliver scalable digital solutions. Supported departmental operations and application rollouts, gaining exposure to SAP systems.
Web and Social Media Manager at African Risk Capacity (ARC)
January 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Contributed to the revamp and ongoing development of ARC’s corporate website and knowledge base, enhancing usability, accessibility, and content structure. Implemented and maintained a Moodle-based eLearning platform and ensured seamless integration into the company’s digital ecosystem. Optimised user journeys, structured web content, and applied UX best practices across multiple sites. Supported document management and team collaboration tools using SharePoint.
Digital Marketing Specialist (Web) at MetroFibre Networks
June 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee all aspects of digital marketing on the MetroFibre Networks website, including UI/UX design, SEO strategy implementation, and the development of conversion-focused landing pages. Led an iterative website revamp to improve user experience, resulting in an average of 10,000 legitimate users per month. Improved page speed and load times, contributing to 1,000 online orders per month. Achieved a 50% average engagement rate from all traffic sources by coordinating digital media initiatives with marketing priorities. Optimised landing pages to support paid media placements, generating an average of 2,000 leads per month. Nurtured leads through the sales funnel, achieving a 25% conversion rate (about 500 leads) into sales-ready leads per month. Used analytics to provide data-driven insights, resulting in a 15% increase in user engagement.
IT and Digital Marketing Analyst at Ekurhuleni Agricultural College
February 1, 2019 - Present
Developed and managed the college’s website and digital marketing efforts, improving user engagement and digital awareness. Created and enhanced social media presence for affiliated companies, notably increasing online engagement and driving sales by 25%. Led and managed IT and development efforts, providing technical support and resolving critical website issues within 24 hours.
Digital Marketing Consultant at Diginamix
May 1, 2023 - October 13, 2025
Collaborated with clients across various industries, leading end-to-end web projects from scoping and design to performance optimisation. Drove the development and optimisation of websites tailored to distinct business needs and best UX practices.
Web Administrator at JD Group
December 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025
Supported the development and management of the company’s eCommerce platform, contributing to product enrichment, image optimisation, and content preparation for online publication. Collaborated with product and IT teams to ensure a seamless user experience, optimising content structure in line with UX/UI principles and basic SEO practices. Used Magento and other CMS tools to manage and maintain web content. Performed front-end and back-end troubleshooting and conducted routine audits, enhancing user experience and minimising downtime. Contributed to the full SDLC and documented business and technical requirements, created user stories, and participated in agile project management to deliver scalable digital solutions. Supported departmental operations and application rollouts, gaining exposure to SAP systems.
Web and Social Media Manager at African Risk Capacity (ARC)
January 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Contributed to the revamp and ongoing development of ARC’s corporate website and knowledge base, enhancing usability, accessibility, and content structure. Implemented a Moodle-based eLearning platform and ensured seamless integration into the company’s digital ecosystem. Optimised user journeys, structured web content, and applied UX best practices across multiple sites. Supported document management and team collaboration tools using SharePoint.
Digital Marketing Specialist (Web) at MetroFibre Networks
June 1, 2023 - November 10, 2025
Oversee all aspects of digital marketing on the MetroFibre Networks website, including UI/UX design, SEO strategy implementation, and the development of conversion-focused landing pages. Implemented an iterative website revamp to improve user experience, acquiring an average of 10,000 legitimate users per month. Optimised website performance to improve page speed and load times, contributing to an average of 1,000 online orders per month. Achieved a 50% average engagement rate across traffic sources by implementing digital media initiatives. Optimised landing pages to support targeted digital media placements, generating an average of 2,000 leads per month through paid media efforts. Nurtured leads through the sales funnel, achieving a 25% conversion rate (or 500 leads) into sales-ready leads per month. Used analytics tools to provide data-driven insights, resulting in a 15% increase in user engagement.
IT and Digital Marketing Analyst at Ekurhuleni Agricultural College
February 1, 2019 - November 10, 2025
Developed and managed the college’s website and digital marketing efforts, improving user engagement and digital awareness. Created and enhanced social media presence for affiliated companies, notably increasing online engagement and driving sales by 25%. Led IT and development efforts, providing technical support and resolving critical website issues within 24 hours.
Digital Marketing Consultant (Part-time) at Diginamix
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Collaborated with clients across various industries, leading end-to-end web projects from scoping and design to performance optimisation. Drove the successful development and optimisation of websites tailored to distinct business needs and best UX practices.
Web Administrator at JD Group
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Supported the development and management of the company’s eCommerce platform, contributing to product enrichment, image optimisation, and content preparation for online publication. Collaborated with product and IT teams to ensure a seamless user experience, optimising content structure in line with UX/UI principles and basic SEO practices. Performed front-end and back-end troubleshooting and conducted routine audits, enhancing user experience and minimising downtime. Contributed to the full SDLC and documented business and technical requirements, created user stories, and participated in agile project management to deliver scalable digital solutions. Supported departmental operations and application rollouts, gaining exposure to SAP systems.
Web and Social Media Manager at African Risk Capacity (ARC)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Contributed to the revamp and ongoing development of ARC’s corporate website and knowledge base, enhancing usability, accessibility, and content structure. Implemented and maintained a Moodle-based eLearning platform and ensured seamless integration into the company’s digital ecosystem. Optimised user journeys, structured web content, and applied UX best practices across multiple sites. Supported document management and team collaboration tools using SharePoint.

Education

BCom Honors in Business Informatics at University of South Africa
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Baccalaureus Technologiae Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025
National Diploma Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 1, 2016 - October 13, 2025
PC Engineering Certificate at Damelin College
January 1, 2012 - October 13, 2025
Grade 12 at Status Acres Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
BCom Honors in Business Informatics at University of South Africa
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Baccalaureus Technologiae in Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025
National Diploma in Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 1, 2016 - October 13, 2025
PC Engineering Certificate at Damelin College
January 1, 2012 - October 13, 2025
BCom Honors in Business Informatics at University of South Africa
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Baccalaureus Technologiae Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
National Diploma Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
PC Engineering Certificate at Damelin College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Grade 12 at Institute Status Acres
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

HTML for Beginners
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
CCNA Intro to Networks
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
IT Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Digital Marketing Tools: HubSpot, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Hootsuite, Everlytics
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Design & Development: WordPress, Elementor, Bricks Builder, Oxygen Builder, Shopify
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
SEO Audits
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Work with Components in Figma
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Digital Ad Certificate - Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Digital Marketing: Crafting a Winning Strategy
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
HTML for Beginners
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
CCNA Intro to Networks
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
IT Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Digital Marketing Tools: HubSpot, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Hootsuite, Everlytics
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
WordPress, Elementor, Bricks Builder, Oxygen Builder, Shopify, Adobe Suite, Canva, Webflow, Figma, Corel Draw, Liferay Portal
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Power BI, MicroStrategy, SEO Audits, DNS/Domain Management
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Leadership Skills
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Work with Components in Figma
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Digital Ad Certificate - Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Digital Marketing: Crafting a Winning Strategy
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
HTML for Beginners
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection (ICIP)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
CCNA Intro to Networks
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
IT Essentials
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Digital Marketing Tools: HubSpot, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Hootsuite, Everlytics
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Design & Development: WordPress, Elementor, Bricks Builder, Oxygen Builder, Shopify, Adobe Suite, Canva, Webflow, Figma, Corel Draw, Liferay Portal
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Programming & Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Analytics & BI: Power BI, MicroStrategy, SEO Audits, DNS/Domain Management
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Communication & Collaboration
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Adaptability & Attention to Detail
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Leadership Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Retail

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