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Hi, I’m Nic van Heerden, a digital marketing and content specialist with hands-on experience building and optimizing campaigns across web and social. I focus on publishing consistently, tracking what works, and refining content over time to drive stronger engagement and results. My work blends photography, visual storytelling, and design to help brands connect with audiences. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple projects, and bring clarity and creativity to every campaign.…Hi, I’m Nic van Heerden, a digital marketing and content specialist with hands-on experience building and optimizing campaigns across web and social. I focus on publishing consistently, tracking what works, and refining content over time to drive stronger engagement and results. My work blends photography, visual storytelling, and design to help brands connect with audiences. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple projects, and bring clarity and creativity to every campaign.

NIC VAN HEERDEN

Photographer, Video Editor, Content Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Nic van Heerden, a digital marketing and content specialist with hands-on experience building and optimizing campaigns across web and social. I focus on publishing consistently, tracking what works, and refining content over time to drive stronger engagement and results. My work blends photography, visual storytelling, and design to help brands connect with audiences. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple projects, and bring clarity and creativity to every campaign.…Hi, I’m Nic van Heerden, a digital marketing and content specialist with hands-on experience building and optimizing campaigns across web and social. I focus on publishing consistently, tracking what works, and refining content over time to drive stronger engagement and results. My work blends photography, visual storytelling, and design to help brands connect with audiences. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple projects, and bring clarity and creativity to every campaign.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Nic van Heerden, a digital marketing and content specialist with hands-on experience building and optimizing campaigns across web and social. I focus on publishing consistently, tracking what works, and refining content over time to drive stronger engagement and results.

My work blends photography, visual storytelling, and design to help brands connect with audiences. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple projects, and bring clarity and creativity to every campaign.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

German

Intermediate

Arabic

Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer at Self-employed

September 1, 2021 - Present

Delivered high-volume digital assets under strict timelines, applying structured naming conventions and quality control checks to ensure accuracy and consistency across platforms. Produced brand-consistent visual assets used for client websites, social media, and promotional campaigns. Managed client projects including proposals, budgeting, invoicing, and payment tracking. Built and maintained personal portfolio website, publishing and updating content, optimising images for web performance, and implementing SEO.

Photography and Post-Production at GradsBC

September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Photographed graduate and underclass portraits with consistent lighting, posing, and framing across multiple setups and backgrounds. Directed students through creative and traditional sessions, ensuring efficiency and a comfortable experience in high-volume environments. Edited and retouched large batches of portraits for consistency, colour correction, and quality control across school and grad sessions.

Photography Instructor at Learn Photography Canada

May 1, 2025 - Present

Taught a variety of photography courses including Beginner, People, Landscape, and Travel Photography to individuals and large groups. Adapted teaching style to suit different experience levels, helping students build confidence and creative skills behind the camera. Taught concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, composition, lighting techniques, exposure compensation, and auto and manual focus. Fostered an engaging, supportive learning environment through clear communication and hands-on guidance.