Hi, I am Christi-Leedu Plessis, an illustrator and graphic designer based in Linden, Randburg. I have been drawing and designing across various industries for 8 years, working in small and large agencies as well as freelancing. I collaborate with and without people and I’m adaptable and easy-going. I hold a BA in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2016), a BA Honours in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2018), and an MA in Graphic Design from the University of Johannesburg (2022), with a focus on illustration, feminism and online activism. I’m a quick learner, great at multitasking, and always keen to try something new. I’ve lectured, curated exhibitions, attended conferences, and worked across freelance and agency contexts.

Christi-Leedu Plessis

Hi, I am Christi-Leedu Plessis, an illustrator and graphic designer based in Linden, Randburg. I have been drawing and designing across various industries for 8 years, working in small and large agencies as well as freelancing. I collaborate with and without people and I’m adaptable and easy-going. I hold a BA in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2016), a BA Honours in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2018), and an MA in Graphic Design from the University of Johannesburg (2022), with a focus on illustration, feminism and online activism. I’m a quick learner, great at multitasking, and always keen to try something new. I’ve lectured, curated exhibitions, attended conferences, and worked across freelance and agency contexts.

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Hi, I am Christi-Leedu Plessis, an illustrator and graphic designer based in Linden, Randburg. I have been drawing and designing across various industries for 8 years, working in small and large agencies as well as freelancing. I collaborate with and without people and I’m adaptable and easy-going.

I hold a BA in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2016), a BA Honours in Visual Communication (Illustration) from The Open Window Institute (2018), and an MA in Graphic Design from the University of Johannesburg (2022), with a focus on illustration, feminism and online activism. I’m a quick learner, great at multitasking, and always keen to try something new. I’ve lectured, curated exhibitions, attended conferences, and worked across freelance and agency contexts.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Stationhead
March 1, 2025 - Present
Graphic design, logo design, presentation design (Keynote and Figma), social media content (static and video) and voice note editing.
Graphic Design Volunteer at Linden Community Association
January 1, 2025 - Present
Graphic design of posters and social media content about community news and updates.
Senior Creative Director at Silver Hair Creative
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2025
Conceptualising and realising projects including illustration, branding and corporate identity design, graphic design, motion design, video editing, storyboarding, social media content conceptualisation and design, photo retouching, DV360 banner design, and web design.
Graphic Designer at Find My Method
July 1, 2020 - December 1, 2024
Graphic design, illustration and video work for print materials, social media and digital marketing, including content ideation and creation.
Illustrator at Women First Digital
July 1, 2020 - December 1, 2024
Content creation for various social platforms, plus design work such as flyers, stickers, service profiles, and more.
Facilitator/Lecturer at VEGA Pretoria
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Facilitated learning of Adobe software skills, drawing classes and design theory for first and second years, including lesson prep and teaching admin.

Education

BA Degree in Visual Communication (Illustration major) at The Open Window Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
BA Honours Degree in Visual Communication (Illustration major) at The Open Window Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
MA in Graphic Design at University of Johannesburg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Bronze Loerie for Student Print & Design Crafts - Illustration
January 1, 2022 - May 24, 2026
Loeries Class of 2023 Design Indaba Emerging Creative
January 1, 2023 - May 24, 2026
Craft Gold Loerie for Student Print & Design Crafts - Illustration
January 1, 2019 - May 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services