Hi, I'm Spaz Shorten-Bosch, a passionate graphic designer and art director with extensive experience working across multiple agencies and freelance projects. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, I thrive on creating visually compelling designs and leading creative projects that engage audiences and strengthen brand presence. With a strong foundation in design principles and proficiency in industry-standard software, I enjoy collaborating with clients and creative teams to bring innovative ideas to life. I am always eager to learn and adapt to new tools and trends in the graphic design and media world.…

Spaz Shorten-Bosch

Hi, I'm Spaz Shorten-Bosch, a passionate graphic designer and art director with extensive experience working across multiple agencies and freelance projects. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, I thrive on creating visually compelling designs and leading creative projects that engage audiences and strengthen brand presence. With a strong foundation in design principles and proficiency in industry-standard software, I enjoy collaborating with clients and creative teams to bring innovative ideas to life. I am always eager to learn and adapt to new tools and trends in the graphic design and media world.…

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Hi, I’m Spaz Shorten-Bosch, a passionate graphic designer and art director with extensive experience working across multiple agencies and freelance projects. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, I thrive on creating visually compelling designs and leading creative projects that engage audiences and strengthen brand presence.

With a strong foundation in design principles and proficiency in industry-standard software, I enjoy collaborating with clients and creative teams to bring innovative ideas to life. I am always eager to learn and adapt to new tools and trends in the graphic design and media world.

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Work Experience

Senior Designer at GRID Worldwide
January 1, 2019 - Present
Led and contributed to numerous design projects across Johannesburg and Cape Town offices. Delivered comprehensive graphic design and art direction services, collaborating with diverse teams and clients to ensure high-quality visual communication and branding solutions. Maintained creative standards and guided junior designers.
Mid-Senior Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - August 20, 2025
Provided freelance design and art direction services for a variety of clients including Maramedia, thewinwingroup, Yellowwood, Xfacta, Superunion (Ogilvy Group), VALORA, Halo, Joe Public, GRID Worldwide, Murmur, and other private clients. Delivered creative solutions tailored to client needs within brand guidelines and project timelines.
Mid-weight Designer at Maramedia Publishing
January 1, 2014 - August 20, 2025
Contributed to design and production within a publishing context, creating layouts and visuals for print and digital media following editorial guidelines and deadlines.
Junior Designer at The Red Phone, BTL & PR agency
January 1, 2012 - August 20, 2025
Supported design projects in below-the-line and public relations campaigns, assisting in production, artwork, and client presentations.
Intern Junior Designer at MorrisJones&Co advertising agency
December 31, 2009 - August 20, 2025
Gained foundational experience in advertising design by supporting senior designers in campaign creation, client deliverables, and agency tasks.
Intern at thewinwingroup integrated agency
December 31, 2009 - August 20, 2025
Assisted in integrated marketing and design projects contributing to agency deliverables and learning agency workflows.
Intern at DSTV Multichoice, design department
December 31, 2008 - August 20, 2025
Supported design team with visual content and branding material for broadcast and digital platforms as part of initial industry exposure.
Senior Designer at GRID Worldwide
January 1, 2019 - Present
Leading design projects and creative development for clients across Johannesburg and Cape Town offices. Responsible for conceptualizing and executing visual solutions in branding, marketing, and digital media since 2019.
Mid-Senior Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - August 20, 2025
Provided design and art direction services to a diverse range of clients including Maramedia, thewinwingroup, Yellowwood, Xfacta, Superunion (Ogilvy Group), VALORA, Halo, Joe Public, GRID Worldwide, Murmur, and other private clients. Delivered branding, marketing, and digital design solutions from 2014 to 2019.
Mid-Weight Designer at Maramedia Publishing
January 1, 2012 - Present
Worked on design and production of media and publishing materials, enhancing visual content and layouts.
Junior Designer at The Red Phone, BTL & PR agency
January 1, 2011 - Present
Supported design tasks in below-the-line marketing and public relations initiatives with creative and visual design support.
Intern Junior Designer at MorrisJones&Co advertising agency
January 1, 2009 - Present
Gained foundational experience in advertising design, contributing to various campaign visuals and creative materials.
Intern at thewinwingroup integrated agency
January 1, 2009 - Present
Assisted design and creative teams in integrated agency projects covering branding and advertising.
Intern at DSTV Multichoice, design department
January 1, 2008 - Present
Supported the design department with media and visual content during internship period.

Education

Matric (with distinction) at Roedean School SA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
BTech Honors Graphic Design (cum laude) at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
BTech Honors Graphic Design (cum laude) at University of Johannesburg
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Matric (with distinction) at Roedean School SA
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet

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