I am a passionate graphic designer and textile artist with a love for creativity and the arts. My journey began in South Africa, where I developed my skills and honed my craft. Throughout my career, I have worked on various projects that allowed me to express my artistic vision while collaborating with diverse teams. I believe in the power of design to communicate ideas and evoke emotions.…

Rafael John Petersen

I am a passionate graphic designer and textile artist with a love for creativity and the arts. My journey began in South Africa, where I developed my skills and honed my craft. Throughout my career, I have worked on various projects that allowed me to express my artistic vision while collaborating with diverse teams. I believe in the power of design to communicate ideas and evoke emotions.…

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I am a passionate graphic designer and textile artist with a love for creativity and the arts. My journey began in South Africa, where I developed my skills and honed my craft.

Throughout my career, I have worked on various projects that allowed me to express my artistic vision while collaborating with diverse teams. I believe in the power of design to communicate ideas and evoke emotions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Various Retail Agents & Suppliers
January 1, 2014 - Present
Currently working as a freelance graphic designer focusing on textile and print art, CAD, illustration, range building, and product development.
Senior Graphic Designer at Woolworths SA
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
Worked on menswear design, assisting ladies and kids, and was involved in range building, product development, and various design projects.
Designer at Rugbytech & Elvery's Sport
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Involved in performance apparel and pro rugby club kits design, responsible for textile and graphic print design.
Graphic Designer at Fifthelement Pty.ltd.
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
As a graphic designer, I focused on children’s wear and other graphic print designs, ensuring that my creative input aligned with client expectations and market trends.
Graphic Designer at Fifthelement Pty. Ltd.
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Handled graphic print tasks across various brands in menswear and kidswear.
Graphic Designer at Fifthelement Pty Ltd
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Designed for various menswear and kidswear brands, focusing on textile and graphic print work.
Graphic Designer at FIFTHELEMENT pty.ltd
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Worked on menswear, ladieswear, and kidswear design, focusing on textile and graphic print art.

Education

Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at City Campus School of Visual Art & Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Post Graduation Graphic Design [Product Development] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
N6 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
N5 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
N4 Diploma [Visual Art & Design] at College of Cape Town
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
NSC / National Senior Certificate [Matric] at Cape College City Campus
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Education, Retail, Professional Services

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