Hi, I’m Lisa Patricia Prosser, a creative brand specialist based in Cape Town. I bring 15+ years of experience across branding, marketing, and digital campaigns to help businesses tell their story, refine their brand identity, and drive growth through smart strategy and compelling visuals. I thrive on collaborative teamwork and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, cohesive brand experiences. I’m a collaborative, detail‑driven professional who loves turning concepts into cohesive campaigns. From brand systems and creative direction to social media, content creation, and hands‑on design, I’m energized by turning business goals into engaging brand experiences.

Lisa Patricia Prosser

Hi, I’m Lisa Patricia Prosser, a creative brand specialist based in Cape Town. I bring 15+ years of experience across branding, marketing, and digital campaigns to help businesses tell their story, refine their brand identity, and drive growth through smart strategy and compelling visuals. I thrive on collaborative teamwork and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, cohesive brand experiences. I’m a collaborative, detail‑driven professional who loves turning concepts into cohesive campaigns. From brand systems and creative direction to social media, content creation, and hands‑on design, I’m energized by turning business goals into engaging brand experiences.

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Hi, I’m Lisa Patricia Prosser, a creative brand specialist based in Cape Town. I bring 15+ years of experience across branding, marketing, and digital campaigns to help businesses tell their story, refine their brand identity, and drive growth through smart strategy and compelling visuals. I thrive on collaborative teamwork and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, cohesive brand experiences.

I’m a collaborative, detail‑driven professional who loves turning concepts into cohesive campaigns. From brand systems and creative direction to social media, content creation, and hands‑on design, I’m energized by turning business goals into engaging brand experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Marketing Consultant at ComUnity Platform
February 1, 2023 - Present
Led the refresh and consolidation of brand messaging for ComUnity, establishing a strong global presence through a new website and revitalised social media channels. Developed marketing strategy and detailed marketing plans, refined messaging, created compelling content, and executed targeted B2B campaigns across channels.
Marketing and Advertising Manager at One Step Ahead
January 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Joined to support the launch of One Step Ahead’s e-commerce fashion retail space, later expanding into a strategic role across both brands, Pesso and Step Ahead. Responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies, brand identity, digital and social media campaigns, email marketing, PR, and seasonal fashion shoots. Oversaw all creative direction to ensure a cohesive brand presence in-store and online, with a focus on building brand awareness and conversion-driven campaigns.
Freelance Art Director at JWT
June 1, 2011 - October 17, 2025
Worked as part of an Art Director - Copy Writer team on briefs for Nestlé, Kelloggs, Unilever. Concepted 360 campaigns and managed creative from storyboards to TVCs, scripts, radio ads, scamps, shoots, billboards and print ads.
Freelance Art Director at JWT
May 1, 2012 - October 17, 2025
Continued freelance work with JWT on additional campaigns and creative production.
Freelance Art Director & Designer at Morris Jones
November 1, 2010 - October 17, 2025
Gained experience across branding and campaigns, including work on the CellC sub-brand (Winc) and CI guidelines, plus print, outdoor and TV campaigns for various clients.
Freelance Art Director at Ogilvy
June 30, 2009 - October 17, 2025
Two-week engagement focusing on the KFC Add Hope campaign, including concept development, client presentation, and art directing shoots.
Art Director at Rednail
May 1, 2009 - October 17, 2025
Worked on a range of brands including Cadbury Local ‘n Lekker packaging evolution; contributed to Nedbank BTL, Fiat, Amka, and Endangered Wildlife Trust campaigns, coordinating research, promotions and 360º campaigns.
Art Director at MGM
October 1, 2007 - October 17, 2025
Collaborated with creative teams on integrated campaigns for Telesure accounts and other brands; involved in pre- and post-production, TV production, stills shoots, styling, and location scouting; helped introduce agency systems and led creative sessions.
Art Director & Designer at 8 SECONDS
October 1, 2005 - October 17, 2025
End-to-end brand development from research and strategy to creative execution; contributed to campaigns for Coca-Cola (Coke, Sprite, Fanta), The Palms: Bazaruto, Jacaranda 94.2fm, British American Tobacco, and iBurst.
Junior Art Director & Designer at Lesoba Difference
September 1, 2004 - October 17, 2025
Direct mail campaigns for Joshua Doore, ABSA, Liberty Life and Western Cape Education Department, working closely with copywriters.
Junior/Medium Weight Designer at TTW Advertising
May 1, 2004 - October 17, 2025
Brand origination to concept and final execution across print ads, POS, promotions, packaging, labels, annual reports, corporate ID and brochures; delivered high-quality work in fast-paced environment.
Artworker at TOMPLA UK
November 1, 2001 - October 17, 2025
Reprographics-focused role preparing artwork for production; worked with files via ISDN, email, samples or film; learned repro-ready artwork and tight deadline management.
Graphic Designer at FREELANCE PROJECTS (Edinburgh)
May 1, 2001 - October 17, 2025
Designed websites and graphics for clients; parallel admin roles at KPMG and Lloyds TSB during this period.
Junior Designer at LUNAR ADVERTISING
January 1, 2001 - October 17, 2025
Gained broad experience across accounts including DSTV Magazine, Evian, World Online, HP Sauce and Redken.
Marketing and Advertising Manager at One Step Ahead
June 1, 2012 - January 1, 2023
Supported the launch of the e-commerce fashion retail platform; later expanded into a strategic role across brands Pesso and Step Ahead. Directed brand identity, digital and social media campaigns, email marketing, PR, and seasonal shoots; oversaw creative direction and ensured a cohesive consumer experience.
Art Director & Designer at Morris Jones
July 1, 2009 - November 1, 2010
Refined concepts, contributed to the Winc sub-brand for Cell C, created CI guides, and produced work across print, outdoor and TV; supported projects for Appetizer and Discovery Health.
Art Director at Rednail
October 1, 2007 - May 1, 2009
Worked on packaging evolution for Cadbury Local; managed TV and print campaigns and coordinated multi-disciplinary marketing efforts.
Art Director at MGM
November 1, 2005 - October 1, 2007
Collaborated on integrated campaigns; gained hands-on experience in TV production and stills shoots; introduced systems in the ad department.
Art Director & Designer at 8 SECONDS
September 1, 2004 - October 1, 2005
End-to-end brand development from research to creative execution; worked on Coca-Cola campaigns, The Palms (Bazaruto), Jacaranda 94.2fm, BAT, iBurst.
Junior/Medium Weight Designer at TTW Advertising
March 1, 2002 - May 1, 2004
Brand creation to execution across print, POS, packaging, annual reports and corporate ID; delivered high-quality design under tight deadlines.
Junior Designer at Lunar Advertising
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Involved in multiple accounts including DSTV Magazine, Evian, World Online, HP Sauce; gained a broad understanding of the advertising industry.
Art Director at JWT
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011
Developed creative concepts for integrated 360° campaigns for major clients; contributed to the full creative process from ideation and storyboarding through TVCs, radio scripts, print ads, billboards, and on‑set shoot involvement.
Art Director at JWT
March 1, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Contributed to multiple periods of freelance work focusing on integrated campaigns, ideation, and execution across multiple channels for top brands.
Freelance Art Director & Designer at Morris Jones
July 1, 2009 - November 1, 2010
Developed brand concepts; refined Winc sub‑brand for Cell C; created CI guides; produced work across print, outdoor, and television campaigns; supported campaigns for Appetizer and Discovery Health.
Art Director at RednaiI
October 1, 2007 - May 1, 2009
Worked on Cadbury Local 'n Lekker packaging evolution; contributed to Nedbank BTL, Fiat, Amka campaigns; participated in pitches and coordinated multiple marketing disciplines.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at FREELANCE PROJECTS (Edinburgh)
February 1, 2001 - May 1, 2001
Designed a website for a Counselling and Psychotherapy Institute; created graphics for Filing Plus; other admin and contractor work during the period.

Education

Part-time psychology degree (incomplete) at WITSPLUS
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Intermediate Photography Certificate at THE NATIONAL COLLEGE OF PHOTOGRAPHY
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Art Direction & Graphic Design Diploma at THE DESIGN CENTER
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Management Diploma in Advertising at MIDRAND UNIVERSITY
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Part-time psychology degree at WITSPLUS
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Intermediate Photography Certificate at The National College of Photography
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Art Direction & Graphic Design Diploma at The Design Center
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Management Diploma in Advertising at Midrand University
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Matric with Exemption at Bryanston High School
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1995
Part-time psychology degree (incomplete) at WITSPLUS
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Intermediate Photography Certificate at The National College of Photography
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Art Direction & Graphic Design Diploma at The Design Center
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Management Diploma in Advertising at Midrand University
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Part-time Psychology Degree
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Intermediate Photography Certificate
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Art Direction & Graphic Design Diploma
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Management Diploma in Advertising
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Matric with Exemption
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1995

Industry Experience

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