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Annelle de Villiers

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I’m Annelle de Villiers, an Art Director and Graphic & Packaging Designer based in Cape Town.

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I’m Annelle de Villiers, an Art Director and Graphic & Packaging Designer based in Cape Town. I build brand worlds across print and digital, bringing ideas to life through packaging and labels, branding and identity, and presentation design—always with strong attention to detail and production-ready artwork.

From concept to execution, I enjoy creating campaigns that are as strategic as they are visually engaging—whether it’s 360° campaign work, social media design, video and motion, or UI/website and email layouts. I’ve led creative teams and collaborated closely with copywriting partners, delivering everything from punchy design systems to print finishes and compliance-driven packaging.

  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods

Projects · 1

Work experience· 7 roles

Freelance Art Director, Graphic & Packaging DesignerJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Freelance creative direction and design across branding, packaging, digital marketing and campaign visuals. Work includes packaging and label artwork, print-ready files and production support, plus digital assets for e-commerce and social campaigns. Clients referenced include Scanias Truks (Scania Trucks), Timberland, Samsung, The Sol Energy Company, MSP Developers, and Voila Beauty Boutique.

Senior Art Director · HIPPOCAMPUS A.D. AgencyMar 2016 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr 10 mos

Led creative direction and campaign design work. Delivered integrated concepts and creative assets across digital and traditional channels, coordinating production and ensuring consistency across brand and campaign deliverables.

Senior Art Director · 99C A.D. AgencyMay 2014 – Feb 2016 · 1 yr 10 mos

Directed and developed creative campaigns with a strong focus on visual design, layout and production quality. Contributed to concept building, presentation deliverables, and execution across print and digital touchpoints.

Creative Director · HERZANN MILLERSApr 2012 – Apr 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Creative Director · ZANDO ECOMMERCEApr 2008 – May 2012 · 4 yrs 2 mos
Studio Manager + Art Director · Miglios StudioMar 2004 – Feb 2008 · 4 yrs
Studio Manager + Art Director · WETHERLYS DECORJan 2004 – Feb 2004 · 2 mos

Education

Diploma (Haute Couture Fashion Design) · Cape Town1991 – 1992
BA (Advertising School) · AA Advertising School (Cape Town)1993 – 1996
Diploma (Marketing Management & Strategic Planning) · Durban University2002 – 2003

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