Experience

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  Heinricht van vrede

  Jan 2013 - Aug 2024

  Freelance graphic designer and photographer

  Photography & Videography: Capturing raw footage, interviews, and product photography using DSLR, GoPro, and digital cameras for final editing and publication.Brand Identity & Graphic Design: Creating logos, business cards, price lists, promotional materials, and corporate stationery.Web & Print Design: Designing responsive websites, invoice/quote templates, letterheads, order books, and large-scale signage (e.g., billboards).Strategic Branding: Collaborating with business owners to conceptualise brand identities, develop marketing assets, and align visual identity with business objectives. Show less

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  Halewood international

  Apr 2014 - Jul 2014

  Promoter

  To promote various alcoholic beverages at stores and events

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  Kwenda marketing

  Oct 2014 - Mar 2015

  Data capturer

  To capture details of persons who entered a campaign or competition

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  Brand soldiers

  Aug 2015 - Jan 2016

  Brand ambassador

  Promoting Samsung at various locations

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  Central university of technology

  Feb 2016 - Dec 2016

  Student assistant

  To assist students with graphic design software as well as the practical work in the computer labs. Aiding in the print of projects on large format printers as well vinyl/ video-flex cutters by means of loading it in the software and ensuring that no material is wasted in the process, as well as assisting students with the heat pressing of prints on a material.

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  Dumelang media

  Jun 2016 - May 2019

  Provide training for interns from CUT working as part of their Work Integrated Learning in the fields of Graphic Design, Sales, Administration and Marketing. Occurs yearly with new students and lasts between 3 - 6 months. Provide basic office training and supervision for new employees who already have experience in the field to assist them to assimilate into the new work environment Layout of the Dumelang News paper as well as design of adverts and logos. Giving training to new employees.

  • Training Supervisor

    Jan 2017 - May 2019

  • Graphic Designer

    Jun 2016 - Dec 2017
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  Tourism indaba 2017

  May 2017 - May 2017

  On site supervisor for the free state tourism authority

  Supervising all aspects of the build of the Free State Tourism Authority exhibition stand at the Tourism Indaba 2017.

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  Free state tourism stand. tourism indaba 2018

  Jan 2018 - May 2018

  Head of graphic design

  Designing and conceptualisation of; the floorplan of the FSGLTA stand as well as the 3D rendering and implementation of said stand, pillar branding and identity, wall branding of both the VIP area and open floor area, conceptualisation and design of e-Stations for exhibitors as well as their branding.

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  Tourism indaba 2018

  May 2018 - May 2018

  On site supervisor for the free state tourism authority

  Supervising all aspects of the build of the Free State Tourism Authority exhibition stand at the Tourism Indaba 2017. Ensuring that the stand is completed on time and the client is happy with the stand. Generating costing and logistics projections, locating and working hand in hand with local service providers, creating proposals aimed at the client as well as internal proposals to streamline production of said stand.

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  Ovk - group/groep

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Graphic designer

  Main Duties Include:Designing of promotional material for the company as well as auctions from clients:A4 BookletsA3 PostersA5 PamphletsA4 information SheetsCatalogues Facebook AdvertisementsNewspaper AdvertisementsPromotional & Informational Videos (Including video editing using Adobe After Effects and Premier Pro)BillboardsEmail Signatures

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  Dumelang media

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  Graphic design and administration consultant

  Consulting on the design process of the publication of the newspaper and doing quality checks before publication. Assisting in the planning of new campaigns and other related material connected to social media marketing. Aiding in administration in the form of checking statements and other company-related documentation for accuracy and correctness.

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  Adbrand

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2024

  Head of studio

  Graphic Design:Social Media Campaigns (Illustrator)Visual Communication (Illustrator, Photoshop)Photo Manipulation / Editing (Photoshop)Corporate Identity Design (Illustrator)Corporate Stationery Design (Illustrator, Indesign)Application Mockups (Illustrator, Photoshop)Corporate Documentation Layout (Illustrator, Indesign)Large Format Printing Designs (Illustrator, Indesign)Technical Drawings (Illustrator, Indesign)Posters (Illustrator, Photoshop)Videos:Company Intros (After Effects, Illustrator)Sonic Brand (Audition)Footage Colour Correction and Editing (Premiere Pro)Motion Graphics (After Effects)Sound Editing (Audition)Brand Pitch Videos (After Effects, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Audition, Photoshop)Brand Reveal Videos (After Effects, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Audition, Photoshop)Specialised Format Exports (Media Encoder)Other:Content ConceptualisationCampaign Concept and ExecutionMailchimp Campaigns / Bulletins / Mailers (Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop)Brand Name & Tagline Pitches (Illustrator, PowerPoint) Show less

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  Mediascape

  Aug 2024 - now

  Founder

  Social Media Marketing: Developing tailored strategies, creating engaging content, managing social media platforms, and analysing performance to maximise brand reach and engagement.Graphic Design: Designing high-quality branding materials, marketing collateral, and digital assets that enhance brand identity and visibility.Brand Development & Management: Creating and refining brand identities, ensuring consistency across all platforms, and aligning visual branding with marketing strategies.Printing Services: Providing professional printing solutions, including corporate stationery, marketing materials, and large-format signage for brand promotion.Web Services: Developing responsive websites, ensuring seamless user experiences, and maintaining online presence through hosting and maintenance solutions. Show less