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Marna van der Schyff

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Profile Cover 2.jpg I’m Marna I’m a freelance graphic designer and illustrator based in South Africa, helping visionaries like you make their brands stand out in today’s competitive market.

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I’m Marna
I’m a freelance graphic designer and illustrator based in South Africa, helping visionaries like you make their brands stand out in today’s competitive market.
Are you struggling to create something unique that truly reflects your brand?
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Whether you’re starting a new company or have an existing business that needs to grow and reach its full potential, you don’t have to do it alone.

I’ve worked with businesses, entrepreneurs, organisations, and individuals who all face the same challenge:

How do I get clients to choose me?

My approach is simple: listen, understand, solve, and create. I believe design shouldn’t only look good — it should be functional, meaningful, and personal to you and your brand. It should be something you’re proud to call your own.
I can help you achieve that.

What sets me apart from other Graphic Designers & Illustrators?
My unique ability to take your ideas, understand what you need, and turn them into a creative solution that works for you and your business.

Because of this, my clients receive more than just a design — they receive a visual identity and creative solution that can help carry their brand forward for years to come.

Ready to solve your design problems?

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 4 roles

Senior Graphic Designer · GSD GroupJan 2026 – Present · 11 mos

Deliver branding solutions including logo and corporate identity design, create marketing campaigns and promotional material, and design websites and UI/UX elements. Produce video-related work such as video editing, and support broader visual communication needs across different industries, including children’s book illustrations and brand-focused artwork.

Assistant Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach · Potchefstroom Gymnastics AcademyJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Coaching role in rhythmic gymnastics, supporting training and athlete development. Previously held the same coaching role at KSG Potchefstroom while completing full-time graphic design work.

Junior Graphic Designer · GSD GroupFeb 2024 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr 11 mos

Supported branding and corporate identity work, created advertising campaign visuals, handled video editing tasks, and contributed to website development/design and marketing materials. Assisted with visual communication projects across multiple client needs.

Assistant Graphic Designer · GSD PotchApr 2022 – Sep 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

Education

Diploma in Visual Communication · CTU Training Solutions2023
National Senior Certificate · Potchefstroom Gimnasium2020

Certifications and awards· 10

Adobe Photoshop Certification2023 – 2026
Adobe Illustrator Certification2023 – 2026
Adobe InDesign Certification2023 – 2026
Adobe Premiere Pro Certification2023 – 2026

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