Born and raised in Cape Town, I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a love for both the intricate and the bold, the minimal and the expressive. My work is shaped by my surroundings. Cape Town’s vibrant creative energy, the diverse cultures I have encountered through travel, and the simple, everyday moments that spark inspiration all play a role in how I approach design. Since graduating with a degree in Visual Communication in 2019 and a distinction in graphic design, I have explored a wide range of design disciplines. My experience spans in-house branding and marketing, agency work, advertising, website design, and illustration, with projects for both local businesses and international clients. I am seeking opportunities that truly resonate with me. Projects that are thoughtful, functional, and expressive, and that allow me to create work that connects with people, whether by solving a real problem or simply bringing a smile to someone’s face.

Amy Smith

Born and raised in Cape Town, I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a love for both the intricate and the bold, the minimal and the expressive. My work is shaped by my surroundings. Cape Town’s vibrant creative energy, the diverse cultures I have encountered through travel, and the simple, everyday moments that spark inspiration all play a role in how I approach design. Since graduating with a degree in Visual Communication in 2019 and a distinction in graphic design, I have explored a wide range of design disciplines. My experience spans in-house branding and marketing, agency work, advertising, website design, and illustration, with projects for both local businesses and international clients. I am seeking opportunities that truly resonate with me. Projects that are thoughtful, functional, and expressive, and that allow me to create work that connects with people, whether by solving a real problem or simply bringing a smile to someone’s face.

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Born and raised in Cape Town, I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a love for both the intricate and the bold, the minimal and the expressive. My work is shaped by my surroundings. Cape Town’s vibrant creative energy, the diverse cultures I have encountered through travel, and the simple, everyday moments that spark inspiration all play a role in how I approach design. Since graduating with a degree in Visual Communication in 2019 and a distinction in graphic design, I have explored a wide range of design disciplines. My experience spans in-house branding and marketing, agency work, advertising, website design, and illustration, with projects for both local businesses and international clients. I am seeking opportunities that truly resonate with me. Projects that are thoughtful, functional, and expressive, and that allow me to create work that connects with people, whether by solving a real problem or simply bringing a smile to someone’s face.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2024 - Present
Provide freelance graphic design services across branding, marketing materials, and illustration, focusing on thoughtful, functional, and expressive solutions for local and international clients.
Graphic Designer at Dentsu Creative
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Created branding, advertising and marketing graphics across campaigns and digital channels; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive visual identities.
Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager at Pifany Copenhagen
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Managed branding and graphic design, and led social media presence for the brand, aligning visuals with strategic marketing objectives.
Junior Graphic Designer at Between 10 and 5
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Assisted in design projects; contributed to branding, layout, and visual assets across multiple channels.
Junior Graphic Designer Internship at Blacksheep London
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019
Internship providing exposure to graphic design processes and agency workflows.

Education

Certificate in Social Media Marketing at UCT Get Smarter
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
BA Visual Communication – Distinction in Graphic Design at Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
IEB Bachelor Degree with 7 distinctions (Design 96%, AP English 93%) at Reddam House Constantia
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

IEB Bachelor Degree with 7 distinctions (Design 96%, AP English 93%)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
BA Visual Communication – Distinction in Graphic Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Certificate in Social Media Marketing
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Industry Experience

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