I am an energetic, ambitious person with a mature and responsible approach to any task or situation I am presented with. I have developed a strong understanding of technical and practical experience in both the 3D design and manufacturing industries. Working as part of a team or independently I pride myself on professionalism and a high level of quality to detail. With extensive experience in 3D CAD, exhibition design, and large-scale manufacturing, I have led teams as CAD/3D Manager, supported installations locally and abroad, and collaborated with agencies to realize complex signage and stand design. I am proficient in Rhino 3D, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and I enjoy solving design and production challenges to bring brand concepts to life.

Greg Barker

I am an energetic, ambitious person with a mature and responsible approach to any task or situation I am presented with. I have developed a strong understanding of technical and practical experience in both the 3D design and manufacturing industries. Working as part of a team or independently I pride myself on professionalism and a high level of quality to detail. With extensive experience in 3D CAD, exhibition design, and large-scale manufacturing, I have led teams as CAD/3D Manager, supported installations locally and abroad, and collaborated with agencies to realize complex signage and stand design. I am proficient in Rhino 3D, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and I enjoy solving design and production challenges to bring brand concepts to life.

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I am an energetic, ambitious person with a mature and responsible approach to any task or situation I am presented with. I have developed a strong understanding of technical and practical experience in both the 3D design and manufacturing industries. Working as part of a team or independently I pride myself on professionalism and a high level of quality to detail.

With extensive experience in 3D CAD, exhibition design, and large-scale manufacturing, I have led teams as CAD/3D Manager, supported installations locally and abroad, and collaborated with agencies to realize complex signage and stand design. I am proficient in Rhino 3D, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and I enjoy solving design and production challenges to bring brand concepts to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Junior Graphics Designer at Sign Graphics (South Africa)
December 31, 2007 - August 21, 2025
Responsible for initial concept design for print production, running large format printers, managing clients and briefs.
Junior Graphics Designer at Dot Square (South Africa)
December 31, 2009 - August 21, 2025
Prepared artwork for print and point of sale products.
Graphics Designer at Indigo
December 31, 2011 - August 21, 2025
Prepared artwork for large format print and accompanied on-site crew abroad installing large format graphics and bespoke signage manufacturing and installation.
Graphics Manager at Push Studios PLC
December 31, 2014 - August 21, 2025
Managed a small team on-site abroad installing large format print graphics, ensuring high standards for graphic fabrication and application.
CAD/3D Manager at West End Studios
December 31, 2020 - August 21, 2025
Managed a small team to create detailed 3D construction drawings and photorealistic renders, prepared artwork for production, operated CNC machines and accompanied build teams both locally and abroad. Skilled in hand tools and joinery machinery operation.
Play Area Designer at Playzest
December 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Project managed, designed, and installed play areas for clients including David Lloyd, Third Space, and independent firms.
Freelance CAD/3D Designer at Self-Employed
December 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Worked freelance for several agencies and clients on a variety of projects.
3D Designer at Plunge Creations
January 1, 2024 - Present
Create 3D drawings and designs for props in film, TV, and events.
Junior Graphics Designer at Sign Graphics (South Africa)
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Conceived initial concepts for print production, ran large-format printers, and managed clients and briefs.
Junior Graphics Designer at DOT SQUARE (South Africa)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Prepared artwork for print and point-of-sale products.
Graphics Designer at INDIGO
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Prepared artwork for large-format print; accompanied on-site crew abroad installing large format graphics; manufacturing and installation of bespoke signage.
Graphics Manager at PUSH STUDIOS PLC
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Led a small team on-site abroad installing large-format print graphics; ensured correct procedures for graphic fabrication and application to the highest standards.
CAD/3D Manager at WEST END STUDIOS
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2020
Managed a small team to create detailed 3D drawings for construction using various design software; produced photo realistic renders; operated 2 CNC machines; supported installation locally and abroad.

Education

1st Year Multi Media Design and Technology at Damelin College Bramley, Johannesburg
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
2nd Year Multi Media Design and Technology at Damelin College Bramley, Johannesburg
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Multi Media Design and Technology (First Year) at Damelin College Bramley, Johannesburg
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Multi Media Design and Technology (Second Year) at Damelin College Bramley, Johannesburg
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

Drivers License
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Passport
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality