ELSJE VAN WYK
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TECH SKILLS
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ADOBE INDESIGN
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
AKA ELSIE GESELSIE TYPOGRAPHY QUEEN
ACROBAT
MAIL CHIMP
CORAL DRAW
ABOUT ME
I am a graphic designer with 13 years experience of the complete design process, from conceptu- alization to execution and delivery. I have exceptional written and verbal communication abilities. I am passionate about design, hard-working and I am always willing to learn new skills. I thrive in a collaborative working environment but also enjoy solo projects. I believe it is important to stay on top of trends and pride myself on delivering work that is unique and enables a client’s brand to stand out.
EDUCATION
MATRIC
Pro Arte Alphen Park: 1995 - 2000
(Certificate available on request)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Publication design, both print and digital.
• Working with printers to oversee the reproduction process and assessing all graphic material to ensure the quality and accuracy of the final product.
• Managing multiple projects at once, while still delivering effective creative solutions within the client’s specified budget and timelines.
• Developing and implementing corporate brand guidelines.
• Designing of signage, advertising materials and multimedia displays for big industry events such as NAMPO Agricultural Expo.
• Involved in the development and design of various mobile apps such as the AgTag Agricultural Magazine App.
• Responsible for the selection, editing and positioning of photos to enhance the end result of the project.
• Successfully developed and launched digital marketing campaigns.
• Creating unique corporate identities for various organizations based on their line of work, corporate personality and preferences.
WIX
DESIGN SKILLS
TYPOGRAPHY
LAYOUT DESIGN
CORPORATE BRANDING
PHOTO EDITING
REPRODUCTION
DIGITAL DESIGN
2007 - Present
“THERE ARE THREE RESPONSES TO A PIECE OF DESIGN
– YES, NO, AND WOW! WOW IS THE ONE TO AIM FOR”
- MILTON GLASER
BIG DOOR BRAND DESIGN AND COMMUNICATION
• Layout design of publications such as the bimonthly Afgriland magazine.
• Developed strong relationships with big clients such as John Deere Sub-Saharan Africa, SAMAC, AGRON, AGBIZ and AFGRI.
• Work in collaboration with other team members such as the account executive and finish artist to create a unique solution to, and implementa- tion of, a client’s brief.
• Responsible for various digital marketing campaigns including emailers, publications, newsletters, banner ads and gifs.
• User-friendly mobile app design for various businesses and companies. PAGEWORKS
• Collected and compared different pricing options from suppliers in order to stay within the clients budget while also meeting their needs.
• Learned about the intricate details of the reproduction process and the quality control of print media.
• Gained experience in the design of annual reports, advertising campaigns and corporate branding.
2006 - 2007
REFERENCES
BA (HONS) INFORMATION DESIGN
University of Pretoria: 2001 - 2004
(Certificate available on request)
WESSEL HAMMAN
BigDoor Boss
LIEZEL DE VILLIERS
Afgriland Editor
FANUS VAN DEVENTER
PageWorks Boss
(Reference letter on request)
UX DESIGN
Red and Yellow
(Currently studying)
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