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Karyn Pitcher

Karyn Pitcher

Graphic Designer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Behaviour change specialist and wellness coach - working with individuals and organisations for optimal mental and physical health

  • Education

    • Humanitas

      2023 - 2023
      Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling Counselling

      Post graduate counselling course in general counselling including children, trauma, couples

    • Trifocus Fitness Academy

      2021 - 2023
      Higher National Diploma Personal Training, Health and Fitness

      Personal Training, Physical Health, Fitness, mind/body connection, Nutrition

    • The UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy

      2023 - 2023
      Diploma Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (HypnoCBT)

      A cognitive behavioural approach to therapeutic interventions using a variety of approaches including hypnosis.

    • Spencer Institute

      2022 - 2022
      Certificate Health and Wellness Coach

      Health and Wellness Coaching, motivational coaching, life coaching

    • Being Well Inc

      2023 - 2023
      Certificate Professional Course in Positive Neuroplasticity

      Neuroplasticity for positive behaviour change. Understanding how our brains can physically change structures and be 'rewired' towards personal growth and improved mental and physical well-being.

    • Pearson Online Academy UK Global

      2020 - 2020
      Level 3 Award Education and Training

      Corporate Training and Andragogical course facilitation

    • Institute of Packaging

      2014 - 2014
      Diploma in Advanced Packaging Technology Packaging

    • Institute Of Packaging

      2013 - 2014
      Diploma in Packaging Technology Packaging Distinction

    • Andrew Owen School of Fine Art and Graphic Design

      2001 - 2003
      Diploma in Graphic Design and Arts Graphic Design and Advertising

    • Arden University

      2023 - 2024
      Master of Science - MS PSYCHOLOGY

    • Arden University

      2020 - 2022
      BA (Hons) Psychology and Sociology

  • Experience

    • Creative Caterpillar

      Jan 2004 - Dec 2004
      Graphic Designer

      Corporate Identity design and marketing material

    • Creative Bubble Design

      Jan 2005 - now
      Business Owner

      Visual Communication SpecialistInformation Design - Presentations: Powerpoint, whiteboard and video-based presentations.Instructional Design: Educational content development - manuals, textbooks and video-based learning.Infographics and illustration.Graphic Design - Product Packaging: Consulting and packaging design. Corporate Identity: Logo design and branding, corporate stationery.Marketing Material: Brochures, flyers, banners and signage.Publication layout and design Show less

    • Own Brand Pharmaceuticals

      Jan 2007 - Dec 2008
      Packaging Designer

      Packaging design, print, product photography

    • Studio7 School of Photography and Graphic Design

      Jun 2007 - Dec 2012
      Graphic Design Lecturer

      STUDIO 7 School of Photography & Graphic Design will provide students with stimulating teaching combined with exciting practical assignments designed to equip them with thorough technical skills and encourage them to develop their own creative vision and style. A one year part-time course as well as short software and photography courses are available.

    • Learnfast Training Cape Town, Johannesburg & Centurion

      May 2013 - now
      Freelance Lecturer

      Corporate training and workshops

    • MultiMedia Centre

      May 2014 - now
      Freelance Lecturer

      Online training and software workshops.

    • Ipsa

      Jan 2015 - Jul 2018
      Committee member

    • Tertiary Educational Institution

      May 2019 - Aug 2020
      Instructional Designer, Course content developer

      Course content development of design industry courses, design software e-learning and video-based courses as well as in-class training manuals.

    • Optimal Me

      Jan 2023 - now
      Owner

      A holistic approach to human behaviour change through the mind and the body. Services include corporate wellness initiatives, counselling and life coaching, physical and mental health optimisation for individuals and groups.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Adobe Certified Expert - Photoshop CC

      Adobe
      Apr 2018

    • Level 3 Award in Education and Training

      Pearson
      Feb 2021

    • Adobe Certified Expert - Illustrator CC

      Adobe
      Mar 2018

    • Adobe Certified Expert - InDesign CC

      Adobe
      Apr 2018

    • Become an Instructional Designer

      LinkedIn
      Dec 2018
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Karyn Pitcher
      Gold Pack award for Baby Therapy IPSA Gold Pack Awards Oct 2015 I designed a range of Baby Care products for the brand Baby Therapy. All products are in 150 ml tubes. Client: Aerosol & Cosmetic Works Printer: Bowler Plastics. The range won Gold in the Health, Beauty, Medical and Pharmaceutical category as well as the overall Gold Pack.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • TEAM SPCA - Running Wild for Wildlife

      Issued by Cape of Good Hope SPCA on Jun 2016
      Cape of Good Hope SPCAAssociated with Karyn Pitcher