Eugene Davids

Experience

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  Young & Rubicam Group

  Feb 2001 - Aug 2006

  Graphic Designer

  I did some creative work when the art director needed assistance with creative executions. I worked on the Pick ‘n Pay account for 5 years. Reason for leaving: After all the experience, I basically needed a different direction for my career and I also wanted to experience challenges on different types of accounts.

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  Hirt & Carter

  Jan 2006 - Mar 2007

  Graphic Designer

  I started off working on the Spar account (more retail). My duties included layouts for adverts and creative work for in-store and outdoor branding of stores (Spar and work for other Hirt & Carter clients at the time).Reason for leaving: After having honed my skills working on just about all the facets of retail, with its very tight deadlines, I was ready for something more creative.

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  The Jupiter Drawing Room Cape Town

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Creative Artworker

  This has been a different ball game. Taking layouts from design to print ready material on accounts like Sanlam, Musica, Design Indaba, Woolworths, Galaxy Jewellers, Bushmills Irish Whiskey Bokomo, Windhoek Lager, etc. The JDR CT Operations department can compete with any of the top repro houses in the country. All of our work are checked and passed according to the ISO print standards, using a spectrometer, and adding colour profiles for any media.I was the DTP Officer of JDR CT and manage 2 people on all day to day work, on all print media’s and problem solving. I assist my department with all the repro knowledge and print requirements and manage the work flow and time keeping on all jobs. Show less

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  Grey Group

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2013

  DTP Manager / Graphic Designer

  I am the Studio Manager at this agency, with a current department that consists of two people. I manage the workflow, deadlines, software, hardware and colour corrections. I run the ICC Colour Management and all our pictures and ads get colour managed based on the print media ex; ISOWebcoated, ISONewspaper, PSO Gravure, ISOUncoated, ISOCoated. We certify all our proofs based on the destination and delta E value of the current profile. After we do all our checks it will be uploaded and sent to the relative print house. This guarantees the best possible consistency across all print media’s. I am currently working on brands such as, Heineken, Amstel, Captain Morgan, Mazda, GSK(Med-Lemon, Aquafresh, Corsodyl, Sensodyne etc, Nampak(Cuddlers, Tina etc), P&G(Pantene, Nice & Easy, Dolce and Cabana, Dunhill, Hugo Boss etc),Pfizer(Centrum), Lacoste, Pringles, Caltrate, Heineken International(Primus, Turbo king, Mutzig, Maltina & Amstel) and Wesbank. Show less

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  Network BBDO

  May 2013 - Jun 2013

  Graphic Designer/Finish Artist

  I do all the day to day design/Dtp work on Brands such as Mercedes Benz, Chicken Licken, Nedbank, Black Berry, Webber Wentzel etc. I am responsible for all the repro/design work on these brands and much more. I left after two months due to an offer from GREY SA to join them again, I accepted.

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  Gabriellynn Advertising

  Jul 2013 - Nov 2024

  Creative Director and Founder
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  Inyati Marketing

  Sept 2013 - Oct 2013

  Graphic Designer

  I am currently Studio Manager/Designer at Inyati Marketing, and handle all the design/DTP work.

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  MetropolitanRepublic

  Nov 2013 - Jul 2014

  I am the Studio Manager at Metropolitan Republic, handle all the work and management of staff, workflow, design and retouching of images for all different media’s ISO(Coated(Magazine), ISO(Newspaper) (Press), ISOWebcoated(Magazines, FHM & MENSHEALTH) and all print deadlines..

  • Studio Manager / Graphic Designer

    Jan 2014 - Jul 2014

  • Studio Manager / Graphic Designer

    Nov 2013 - Dec 2013
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  Hogarth Worldwide

  Aug 2014 - Sept 2015

  Studio Manager / DTP Manager

  I am the Studio Manager and I manage the Studio of three people on all repro/design, Quality Check and daily deadlines on all BAT South African Markets on brands such as Peter Styvesant, Benson & Hedges, Kent, Rothmans and much more. I strive myself on my eye catching attention to detail and print colour specifications My Studio consists of one Senior, one Meduim DTP Operator and quality Check(Proof Reader)..

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  Just Design - Strategic packaging specialist

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2017

  Studio Manager / DTP Manager

  I am the FA Manager and I manage the Studio with one person on all repro, Quality Check and daily deadlines. We do packaging where every detail is key, as we use PANTONE colours, special Foils(HOT&COLD), embossing etc and every subtrate you can think off. Every little detail counts in our studio and we pride ourselves on the detail work we do.

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  Ogilvy & Mather

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2017

  Designer
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  OFyt

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2017

  Graphic Designer / DTP
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  Freelance

  Oct 2017 - May 2022

  Studio Manager
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  We Explain Stuff

  Nov 2021 - Dec 2024

  Senior Designer / UX Designer

  I am the Senior Designer and my responsibilities are brainstorming concepts, designing for all digital platforms and all print collateral.

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  OLIVER+

  Jan 2022 - May 2023

  1. Conducting market research to identify current trends and customer needs.2. Creating design concepts based on market research and client specifications.3. Developing detailed sketches, mock-ups for new projects.4. Collaborating with clients, colleagues to gather feedback and make necessary revisions to designs.5. Selecting materials, colors, and finishes for final designs.6. Overseeing the production process to ensure designs are executed accurately and according to specifications.7. Communicating with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors to procure materials and resources needed for production.8. Conducting quality assurance checks on finished products to ensure they meet design standards and specifications.9. Keeping abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to continuously improve design processes and outcomes. Show less

  • Senior Designer

    Apr 2023 - May 2023

  • Designer / Creative Artworker

    May 2022 - Mar 2023

  • Creative Designer / Creative Artworker

    Jan 2022 - Apr 2022
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  HaveYouHeard

  Feb 2022 - Mar 2022

  Creative Artworker / Designer
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  Ogilvy South Africa

  Mar 2022 - Jul 2022

  Senior Designer / FA Artist

  I am a Designer working on the pharmaceutical section for Ogilvy. My role is layout design, packaging design and production for all digital platforms.

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  On The Run Agency

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Senior Designer / UX Designer

  My responsibility is concept and design for packaging, digital social media campaigns and all other digital platforms.

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  Freelance

  Aug 2022 - Jun 2024

  User Experience Designer / Product Designer

  The creation of user storyboards, user journeys, user personas, problem statements, goal statements, wireframes, low-fidelity prototypes and high-fidelity prototypes.

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  UX Foundations

  Jun 2023 - Nov 2024

  UX/UI Product Designer / Founding Member

  The creation of user storyboards, user journeys, user personas, problem statements, goal statements, wireframes, low-fidelity prototypes and high-fidelity prototypes.

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  WBWR

  Mar 2024 - Jun 2024

  Senior Designer UX/UI

  As a User Experience (UX) Designer I am responsible for ensuring that the interaction between users and a product (typically a website, app, or system) is smooth, intuitive, and enjoyable. The main goal as a UX designer is to enhance user satisfaction by improving the usability, accessibility, and pleasure provided in the interaction with the product.My design process follows as below:User Research: (Conduct User Research, Personas Creation, Competitive Analysis)Information Architecture (IA): (Organize Content, Sitemaps & Flowcharts, Navigation Design)Wireframing & Prototyping: (Wireframes, Interactive Prototypes, Design Iterations)User Interface Design (UI): (Visual Design, Consistency & Branding, esponsive Design)Usability Testing: (Work with Stakeholders, Cross-functional Collaboration, Present Design Solutions)Accessibility and Inclusivity: (Ensure Accessibility, Inclusive Design)Analytics & Metrics: (Track User Behavior, Measure Success)Essential Skills for a UX Designer: (Design Tools, Problem-Solving, Communication, Analytical Thinking) Show less

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  Amicorp Group

  Dec 2024 - now

  User Experience Designer