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I became a designer because I see it as the perfect blend of creativity and problem-solving. For me, design isn't just about making things look good but about creating experiences that connect people on a deeper level. As I start my professional journey, I'm excited to contribute to projects that make a real difference. I want to grow as a designer, pushing boundaries and refining my craft along the way. My goal is to create work that's not only visually engaging but also purposeful, with a lasting impact on the world around us.…I became a designer because I see it as the perfect blend of creativity and problem-solving. For me, design isn't just about making things look good but about creating experiences that connect people on a deeper level. As I start my professional journey, I'm excited to contribute to projects that make a real difference. I want to grow as a designer, pushing boundaries and refining my craft along the way. My goal is to create work that's not only visually engaging but also purposeful, with a lasting impact on the world around us.

Janay Fakoe

Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, UI Designer, +3

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I became a designer because I see it as the perfect blend of creativity and problem-solving. For me, design isn't just about making things look good but about creating experiences that connect people on a deeper level. As I start my professional journey, I'm excited to contribute to projects that make a real difference. I want to grow as a designer, pushing boundaries and refining my craft along the way. My goal is to create work that's not only visually engaging but also purposeful, with a lasting impact on the world around us.…I became a designer because I see it as the perfect blend of creativity and problem-solving. For me, design isn't just about making things look good but about creating experiences that connect people on a deeper level. As I start my professional journey, I'm excited to contribute to projects that make a real difference. I want to grow as a designer, pushing boundaries and refining my craft along the way. My goal is to create work that's not only visually engaging but also purposeful, with a lasting impact on the world around us.

Available to hire

I became a designer because I see it as the perfect blend of creativity and problem-solving. For me, design isn’t just about making things look good but about creating experiences that connect people on a deeper level.

As I start my professional journey, I’m excited to contribute to projects that make a real difference. I want to grow as a designer, pushing boundaries and refining my craft along the way. My goal is to create work that’s not only visually engaging but also purposeful, with a lasting impact on the world around us.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Afrikaans

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Manager & Cashier at Shane’s Butchery & Grill

January 1, 2018 - November 25, 2025

Responsible for managing daily operations, overseeing inventory, handling cash transactions, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Developed leadership skills through hands-on management tasks and supported staff during busy hours or absences.

Design & Production - Job Shadow at KSS Scales & Labels

June 14, 2025 - June 14, 2025

Shadowed the design and production teams; gained exposure to the full design-to-production workflow, client communication, and pre-press processes; learned vinyl printing, banners, vehicle branding, and packaging production.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed

July 2, 2024 - July 2, 2024

Created a comprehensive brand guide and promotional materials; collaborated on visual identity, layout, and digital assets; gained experience in client feedback loops, vinyl printing, banners, vehicle branding, and packaging production; developed time-management and production workflow skills.

Assistant Manager & Cashier at Shane's Butchery & Grill

January 1, 2018 - November 25, 2025

Oversee inventory and cash transactions; provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment; manage operations during busy hours or staff absence; develop leadership skills through hands-on management tasks.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Various Clients

July 2, 2024 - July 2, 2024

Created a comprehensive brand guide, promotional materials and digital assets for client projects. Gained insight into vinyl printing, banners, vehicle branding, and packaging production. Observed the design-to-production workflow and practiced time management in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Job Shadow in Design & Production at KSS Scales & Labels

June 1, 2025 - November 25, 2025

Shadowed the design and production teams; observed prepress workflows; prepared print-ready files (bleed, color accuracy, CMYK vs spot color); learned client communication and revision processes; gained insight into vinyl printing, banners, vehicle branding, and packaging production.