As a graphic designer, I strive to create designs that are not only visually appealing but also communicate a message effectively. With fifteen years of experience in the industry, I have worked with clients from various sectors, such as fashion, food, and education. My areas of expertise include package design, logo & print design as well as web design. I take pride in my ability to deliver projects on time and on budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Beyond work, I enjoy bodyboarding and surfing, running, exploring the outdoors, and great coffee.

Neil Smith

As a graphic designer, I strive to create designs that are not only visually appealing but also communicate a message effectively. With fifteen years of experience in the industry, I have worked with clients from various sectors, such as fashion, food, and education. My areas of expertise include package design, logo & print design as well as web design. I take pride in my ability to deliver projects on time and on budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Beyond work, I enjoy bodyboarding and surfing, running, exploring the outdoors, and great coffee.

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As a graphic designer, I strive to create designs that are not only visually appealing but also communicate a message effectively. With fifteen years of experience in the industry, I have worked with clients from various sectors, such as fashion, food, and education. My areas of expertise include package design, logo & print design as well as web design. I take pride in my ability to deliver projects on time and on budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Beyond work, I enjoy bodyboarding and surfing, running, exploring the outdoors, and great coffee.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Yacht Manager at Self-employed / Working Abroad
October 1, 2021 - February 28, 2026
Managed luxury yachts during a global assignment, overseeing crew coordination, safety, and client service across multiple vessels. Coordinated logistics and ensured high standards of service on board.
Graphic Designer at FutureLife Health Products
January 1, 2013 - October 1, 2021
Graphic designer for a leading FMCG company. Developed and maintained corporate identity guidelines, rolled out brand campaigns, and produced content for digital and print. Managed multiple projects, designed packaging and event collateral, and collaborated with Marketing on logos, newsletters, website banners, social media elements, and print-ready artwork. Built product concepts and renders and liaised with suppliers.
Video Editor & Graphic Designer at Dontstopdreaming.tv
November 1, 2011 - August 31, 2012
Edited and designed graphics for advertising, video, marketing, and web projects. Pitching ideas to clients, coordinating with teams, and maintaining client communications. Edited the weekly fishing series Freespool for Supersport (Ep1–Ep19) and produced internal training videos, resorts/lodges, and high-profile weddings. Performed color correction, audio selection, and online/offline editing; prepared quotes and invoices.
Graphic Designer at Jetline e.com
October 1, 2007 - October 31, 2011
Graphic Design, Sales and Customer Service. Created corporate stationery and logos; designed photo books and wedding invitations; prepared artwork for print (litho, spot varnishing, verco, embossing & foiling); handled client liaison, invoicing, binding and finishing, ensuring print-ready artwork.
Graphic Designer / Large Format Specialist at Omnigraphics
March 1, 2007 - August 31, 2007
Large format print production. Operated large format printers, performed color correction, and trained in vinyl/applications for vehicles, tarps and billboards. Managed media loading, equipment maintenance, and image resizing/scaling using Postershop.

Education

National Intermediate Certificate at Port Shepstone Technical College
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
UNISA Multimedia Diploma at UNISA
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Graphic Design & Advertising Certificate at UNISA
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Marketing Certificate at Boston City Campus
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026

Qualifications

National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
National Intermediate Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
UNISA Multimedia Diploma
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Graphic Design & Advertising Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Marketing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026

Industry Experience

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