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Senior Graphic Designer and Creative Lead with 20+ years of experience delivering brand identity, print, digital, social media and website design solutions across multiple industries. Leads creative projects from concept through to completion, building strong client relationships and ensuring high design and brand consistency.
Comfortable working independently or collaboratively, and experienced managing multiple projects at once. Skilled in creative direction, branding, marketing strategy, WordPress and Elementor website design, social media content design, print production, presentation and project management.
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Work Experience
Founder and Creative Director at Eighty One Graphic Studio
June 1, 2023 - PresentEstablished and continues to manage a freelance design studio specializing in brand identity, social media, print and website design for businesses across multiple sectors. Deliverable work includes visual identity, websites, print, digital and social media design from initial brief through to final artwork. Builds long-term client partnerships and provides ongoing creative support across multiple marketing channels.
Developed WordPress websites using Elementor, creating user-friendly online experiences. Created marketing collateral including brochures, ebooks, presentations, exhibition graphics, advertising, social media campaigns and large-format print. Manages multiple client projects concurrently including briefs, concepts, revisions, supplier liaison, deadlines and final delivery. Works directly with business owners and marketing teams to translate objectives into effective creative solutions.
Head of Creative Services at IRSMarketing
June 1, 2019 - May 31, 2023Promoted into a senior leadership role managing and delivering creative projects across digital, print and web platforms. Managed client and account manager relationships, developed creative concepts and visual solutions, and oversaw external suppliers including photographers, copywriters and developers.
Managed project timelines and budgets and presented concepts and final work to clients. Successfully launched and managed Blue Turtle Designs while maintaining responsibilities within IRSMarketing.
Business Development Executive at IRSMarketing
January 1, 2018 - May 31, 2019Generated opportunities for account directors within the technology sector, strengthening client relationships and supporting business growth.
In-House Graphic Designer, Production Manager and Marketing Lead at Pulsar Lures
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018Designed catalogues, billboards, magazine advertisements and signage. Managed social media marketing activities and delivered e-commerce website design in WordPress.
Managed supplier relationships and production processes.
Freelance Graphic and Web Designer
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012Designed websites and landing pages and produced printed and digital marketing materials.
Graphic Designer at CRC Church
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009Designed a wide range of print and digital communications including newsletters, brochures, signage and presentations. Created visual materials supporting church services, events, campaigns and community communications.
Worked alongside the video producer to create supporting graphic and visual assets for video content, church communications and presentations. Managed design projects end-to-end from initial brief through to final artwork and production, maintaining visual consistency across printed, digital and on-screen materials.
Graphic Designer at Fire Tree Design Company
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007Secretary at Price Maullin and Associates
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005Graphic Designer at 3rd Door Promotions
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004Education
Qualifications
UI/UX Course
January 1, 2023 - August 18, 2026Music Qualification (N1 Music)
January 1, 2001 - August 18, 2026South African Matric (Secondary School Qualification)
January 1, 2000 - August 18, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other
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