About me

I am an enthusiastic UX designer that combines analytical thinking with creative problem-solving. I am passionate about designing products that users love and businesses value.

Quick links: Behance, Linkedin, Artstation

Qualification: BA Honours in Interaction Design (IXD)

CV PDF: CV

Location: Johannesburg

EDUCATION

BA Honours: Digital Media Design (Interaction Design)

University of Johannesburg (FADA)

2021-2024

Artificial Intelligence in the 4th industrial revolution

University of Johannesburg (FADA)

2021-2021

National Senior Certificate

Hoĕrskool President High

2015-2020

  • Enterprise Design Thinking - IBM - 03 / 2025
  • Web Layouts Certification Level 1 - Webflow - 01 / 2025
  • Agile Project Management: Agile, Scrum, Kanban & XP - Udemy - 01 / 2025

WORK HISTORY

Digital Designer

Freelance | 2021 - 2024

Creating design solutions including but not limited to: brand identities, product visualisations, websites, motion graphics, posters, and logos.

As a freelancer, I have worked on a variety of projects and have worn many hats. Some of my standout projects are:

A rebranding for Zettel Notes , a note app with 10 000+ downloads.
As part of the redesign, I:

  • Redesigned the logo and app icon, ensuring that the design followed accessibility and platform standards.
  • Designed a responsive website showcasing the app and its features. The website followed the brand identity I previously designed.

Design for the London based production, Trump L'oeil. I was responsible for:
  • Motion graphics and visuals for use in the production.
  • Posters, illustrations, banners, cards, and other elements for the associated website and social media accounts.

Digital Designer

Brand Fusion | 06 / 2023 - 07 / 2023

I worked with a team of highly skilled designers, solving problems for large-scale businesses and state-owned enterprises.

This allowed me to get acquainted with the design industry and the demands of businesses, both large and small.

During my time at Brand Fusion, I worked on two key projects:

The first was for the Outspoken Owls podcast: IOL article , Youtube clip
My responsibilities included:

  • Collaboration on the design of the logo
  • The creation of the intro and outro sequences, as well as transitions
  • The design of channel banners and profile pictures for social media

My second project was for Brand South Africa , the official marketing agency of South Africa. I worked alongside a video editor to produce a promotional video. My responsibilities entailed:
  • Providing motion graphics to compliment the footage
  • Visual treatment and colour grading of footage
  • Assistance with video editing and syncing of audio

TECHNICAL SKILLS

User Experience (UX) Design

Adept at designing for pleasant user experiences using UX research, strategy, and interaction design principles.

User Interface (UI) Design

I am also adapt at translating UX blueprints into design compositions and interactive prototypes using Figma.I have experience developing and using design systems.

Digital Design

5 Years of digital design experience across a range of formats, mediums, and disciplines. I am proficient with both the Adobe suite and Figma.

Front End Web Development

Experience with HTML, CSS, and responsive design. I also have experience using Webflow to translate design comps into functional web pages.

Video Editing and Motion Graphics

Skilled at video production, experience with Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.

3D

Experienced with 3D software for visualisation, animation, and concept design.

Microsoft Suite

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Design Thinking

I am able to understand and solve problems through strategy.

Data Literacy

I am able to understand, curate, and process data, turning it into useful information.

Project Management

I have experience with project management methodologies and best practices. I am familiar with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies as well as Scrum, Kanban, and user stories.

Flexibility and Fast Learning

I am a lifelong learner. I am good at configuring skills that I have learned to areas that I have not, yet.

Language and Communication

As a designer, I am accustomed to working in teams. I am also an active listener with strong presentation skills.

Creativity and Problem Solving

I have a strong design sense which I am able to apply when problem solving.

Goal Oriented

As a freelancer, I have experience identifying areas that require attention and setting goals to address them accordingly. I am also familiar with the goals of business.

OTHER SKILLS


Corporate identity and branding, storyboarding, composition, typography,