Hi, I'm Gemma (Gem). I am a graphic designer with experience across freelancing, in-house and agency settings. I lead branding projects from concept to delivery, shaping campaigns, websites, social content and event graphics. I enjoy collaborating with clients to create visually cohesive work that resonates across digital and print. I have hands-on experience across branding, campaign design, web design, social media, merchandise, signage and motion graphics for agencies and events. I’m motivated by turning ideas into polished visuals and by helping brands communicate clearly through thoughtful design.

Gemma Lee Brown

Hi, I'm Gemma (Gem). I am a graphic designer with experience across freelancing, in-house and agency settings. I lead branding projects from concept to delivery, shaping campaigns, websites, social content and event graphics. I enjoy collaborating with clients to create visually cohesive work that resonates across digital and print. I have hands-on experience across branding, campaign design, web design, social media, merchandise, signage and motion graphics for agencies and events. I’m motivated by turning ideas into polished visuals and by helping brands communicate clearly through thoughtful design.

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Hi, I’m Gemma (Gem). I am a graphic designer with experience across freelancing, in-house and agency settings. I lead branding projects from concept to delivery, shaping campaigns, websites, social content and event graphics. I enjoy collaborating with clients to create visually cohesive work that resonates across digital and print.

I have hands-on experience across branding, campaign design, web design, social media, merchandise, signage and motion graphics for agencies and events. I’m motivated by turning ideas into polished visuals and by helping brands communicate clearly through thoughtful design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Designer at Paradise London - Agency
February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2026
Primary designer working on projects from concept to completion, including strategic and creative work, both internal and client facing. Focused on branding, campaign work, web design, social media, merchandise, event signage and motion graphics.
Graphic Designer (Midweight) at PENTAWARDS / EASYFAIRS
October 1, 2021 - February 28, 2023
Designing across digital, print (small & large scale) and motion graphics for events company. Primary designer for: Pentawards, Futurebuild, StocExpo (social media, branding, website and print).
Freelance Designer at GEMOUTOF10
January 1, 2018 - Present
Branding, web design, packaging, signage, print collateral, social media strategy and content, photo editing and advertising.
Intern at ARTFUNDI
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Website curation, social media strategy, branding, photo editing and catalogue + CI design - client facing and internal.
Primary Designer at Paradise London - Agency
February 1, 2023 - Present
Primary designer working on projects from concept to completion, including strategic and creative work, both internal and client facing. Focused on branding, campaign work, web design, social media, merchandise, event signage and motion graphics.
Intern turned Freelancer at ARTFUNDI
January 1, 2020 - Present
Website curation, social media strategy, branding, photo editing and catalogue + CI design - client facing and internal.

Education

BA in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) at Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
BA in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) at Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography
January 1, 2018 - December 1, 2020

Qualifications

ISTD - Membership
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2026
IPL Packaging Award - 2nd place
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2026
After Effects - Intermediate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
After Effects - Upper Intermediate
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
ISTD Pass and Membership to International Society of Typographic Designers
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2026
IPL Packaging - 2nd Place
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2026
After Effects Intermediate
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026
After Effects Upper Intermediate
May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Other