I'm a freelancer who specializes in... from... Give an introduction about yourself, who are you, what are your most important skills and what differentiates you from other freelancers. This is the first thing clients will see. They are often interested in sector experience and knowledge, so please mention it. --- **Employment and project experience** **Senior Designer** Acme Co. _January 2017 - March 2017_ **UX Designer** Microsoft Inc. _January 2019 - March 2019_

Valerie Hikwa

I'm a freelancer who specializes in... from... Give an introduction about yourself, who are you, what are your most important skills and what differentiates you from other freelancers. This is the first thing clients will see. They are often interested in sector experience and knowledge, so please mention it. --- **Employment and project experience** **Senior Designer** Acme Co. _January 2017 - March 2017_ **UX Designer** Microsoft Inc. _January 2019 - March 2019_

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Employment and project experience

Senior Designer Acme Co.
January 2017 - March 2017

UX Designer Microsoft Inc.
January 2019 - March 2019

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Work Experience

Social Media & Marketing Intern at Anthropology Southern Africa
November 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Developed and scheduled 50+ social media posts per month aligned to brand guidelines; uplifted follower engagement by 25% within six weeks; monitored channels and applied data-driven optimisations improving campaign effectiveness by 30%; conducted competitor research and audience analysis that increased online visibility by 40% and expanded reach by 20%; produced written and visual content tailored to a specialist audience.
Social Media Coordinator at Davesty Legal Consultancy
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2024
Developed and executed a 12-month social media strategy that grew online engagement by 35% and follower count by 25%; created marketing proposals and pitches for specialist audiences contributing to 10+ new client relationships; designed and managed visuals (graphics, videos, infographics) boosting audience interaction by 40%; managed website content for accuracy and SEO visibility; authored newsletters and long-form copy translating complex legal topics for a professional readership.
Communication & Media Studies Tutor at University of Johannesburg
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Facilitated tutorials for 100+ students, simplifying complex communication theories and fostering critical thinking; achieved 20% improvement in student engagement; assessed 200+ assignments with feedback contributing to 15% improvement in overall performance; coordinated tutorial schedules with 100% adherence to timelines.

Education

BA Honours – Communication & Media Studies at University of Johannesburg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
BA – Journalism Studies at University of Johannesburg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education