About
Highly creative and detail-oriented Graphic and Web Designer with over 4+ years of comprehensive experience in print and digital design, specializing in crafting engaging user experiences. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), adept at optimizing project workflows for impactful marketing, branding, and web solutions. Successfully delivered diverse design projects, enhancing brand visibility and user engagement across various platforms.
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Work
South Africa
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Summary
Managed end-to-end website design and content strategy, focusing on visual elements and user experience to enhance client digital presence.
Highlights
Designed and optimized responsive websites, integrating visual elements like layout, typography, and imagery to create engaging user experiences.
Provided expert recommendations to clients by staying current with emerging web trends, ensuring modern and effective website solutions.
Maintained and updated client websites using WordPress CMS, implementing new features and ensuring seamless functionality.
Enhanced website functionality and performance through proficient use of CSS and JavaScript, contributing to improved site speed and user interaction.
Configured server environments for development and managed Google Analytics to monitor user behavior, optimizing site performance and informing design decisions.
South Africa
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Summary
Specialized in layout design and print production, creating a wide range of marketing materials while ensuring client satisfaction and project accuracy.
Highlights
Crafted diverse marketing materials, including posters, brochures, books, and cards, ensuring all designs were optimized and print-ready for high-quality output.
Provided exceptional customer service, guiding walk-in clients through print requirements and delivering precise project quotations, improving client satisfaction.
Managed complex print projects with high proficiency using advanced Excel and InDesign, streamlining workflows and ensuring timely delivery.
Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite tools (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) to enhance, edit, and refine client artwork, consistently delivering top-quality results and meeting design specifications.
Alberton, Brackendowns, South Africa
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Contract
Summary
Under the leadership of Mr. J. Motshitela (principal), I joined Glenbrack High School through the Teachers Assistant Programme, part of South Africa's Basic Education Employment Initiative post-covid-19. I was seen as a more suitable candidate for their ICT committee to help in rollout of tablets and laptops to students in need
Highlights
As part of the paperless classroom program by the Department of Education to roll out tablets and laptops with complete internet connectivity to conduct teaching and learning.
Assisted learners with onboarding and troubleshooting technical issues with their devices, ensuring a smooth transition to digital learning.
Installed necessary learning programs/software and security measures to protect students' data and privacy.
Advising the ICT committee on best practices for digital learning and participating in meetings to discuss updates and improvements to the program.
Education
Skills
Design Tools
Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD, Figma, InVision.
Soft Skills
Collaborative Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Proactive Approach, Adaptability, Feedback Integration, Attention to Detail, Communication, Customer Service, Project Management.
Web Development
HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, MongoDB.
Content Management Systems
WordPress.
Productivity & Collaboration Tools
Microsoft Word, Visual Studio Code, Google Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Lovable, Chatgpt, Copilot for VS code, Trello, Postman API testing, Vercel, Google Looker studio, Teams, Anydesk, Netlify.