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De Waal I.

Pretoria, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
35 jobs

Professional Motion Design & Reliable Project Management I help businesses of all sizes solve communication challenges through high-quality motion design. With 25 years of experience and a foundation in Information Science, I manage your project from the first storyboard to the final render. Whether you are a small business needing a clear explainer or an agency requiring complex visual systems, I provide a structured process that ensures 100% reliability. By using optimized AI workflows, I deliver professional results with a 30% faster production cycle than traditional methods. Professional, dependable, and always keen to chat. Let’s create something grand.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Logo Design
  • Layout Design
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • Motion Design
  • Logo Animation
  • Video Production
  • Video Animation
  • Animation
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Motion Graphics
  • 2D Animation
  • UI Animation
Nina C.

Pretoria, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I’m a graphic and web designer with a BA in Fashion Media (2021) and marketing experience since 2022. I specialize in creating brand identities, websites, marketing materials, and digital campaigns that are visually appealing and effective. From rebranding and style guides to reports, presentations, and social media content, I focus on designs that communicate clearly and achieve results. I’m proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Figma, Canva, and Webflow (design only), and I work efficiently to bring creative ideas to life for businesses of all sizes.

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Print Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Print Layout
  • Photo Retouching
  • Magazine Layout
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Content Creation
  • Blog Writing
  • Fashion Writing
  • Pattern Illustration
Ronewa M.

Pretoria, South Africa

$20/hr
4.7
5 jobs

Hi, I’m Ronewa. The social media manager brands call when they are ready to be supported by a strategy that works. *I handle the algorithms and the strategy so you can stay focused on running your business.* I focus on the two outcomes every brand truly wants - visibility and reach. I don’t create content just to fill a feed, I create content with intention. Visibility and reach is achieved through my signature Organic Growth Accelerator (OGA), which includes: - Custom social media strategy rooted in your business goals - High-quality content creation that strengthens your brand identity - Graphic design and video editing - Target audience and competitor research - Hashtag research - Human-centred copywriting that speaks to your target audience - Community management and engagement that build connection and trust - Monthly analytics that show what is working and and what will work even better What You Can Expect From Me: ✔︎ A social media presence that finally reflects the quality of your brand ✔︎ Strategic brand positioning that communicates your value and strengthens your digital presence ✔︎ Creativity & Management of your entire social media workflow ✔︎ Professionalism you can trust - Consistency, communication and a clear plan forward ✔︎ A social media manager who understands how business works Client Feedback (Recent Review): "Ronewa was great to work with and delivered quality work throughout. She put together a solid social media content strategy and created great video and graphic design content, would recommend." If you are ready for your brand to be positioned with purpose, connect with your ideal audience and work with a partner who thinks long-term, then I am the social media manager for you. Send me a message, I’d love to help you grow.

  • Graphic Design
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • Content Strategy
  • Content Management System
  • Social Media Design
  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
Elsabe Carina B.

Pretoria, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
21 jobs

I am a passionate and skilled international graphic designer with over five years of professional experience and a strong background in graphic design, social media management (four years), and industry-standard design software (10 years). I also have two years experience in Figma. My expertise spans corporate identity, editorial design, advertising, surface pattern design, packaging, and photography. Education & Certifications: BA in Visual Communication (Illustration & Graphic Design) – Open Window, South Africa Immersion Course by Bonnie Christine with final score of 92% (Certificate in Surface Pattern Design, 2025). I have 2 Art Therapy Certificates from Alison with both a final score of 80% (2026). Certificate in Transcription and courses completed in SEO and Instagram Marketing Professional Experience: Currently Canva Video editor at Idea Kaleidoscope Surface Designer at Growing Paper Freelance graphic Designer at Catman audio and Luxe Wagon 2025 Freelance Website Designer at Jozi Shop 2025 Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager – More Pleaze, Rich Turtle (Managed social media, blogs, graphics, and newsletters) Virtual Assistant & Designer – Grand Noir Salon, Baloedesigns (Client communication, social media, banners, and backdrops) Freelance Graphic Designer – Thinktank Creative, Agile Coach Whisperer, Silber Studios (Corporate identity, LinkedIn ads, wedding photo editing) Textile Designer – Heidi Carey, Design Team Fabrics, Hadley Pollet, Auth'Afrique and Sheila Madge (Traditional & digital pattern design, recoloring, pattern setup) Sales – Golden Goose Artistry (South African brand & art sales) Entrepreneur – Founder of Happy-go-ella (Surface pattern design brand) Notable Achievements: Awarded Best Art Student during matriculation Illustration work showcased at Open Window (2017, 2018) Packaging designs featured for Tikvah & Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream in local stores. Generated over R500,000 in sales for Society6 with a single pattern Contributed in Baloedesigns becoming 5 star Etsy business On Upwork I have 95% Job Success. I am eager to contribute my creativity, expertise, and dedication to your organization’s success. Best regards, Elsabe Carina Blake

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Watercolor
  • Acrylic Painting
  • Oil Painting
  • Microsoft Word
  • Fashion Design
  • Drawing
  • Textile Design
Alexander M.

Pretoria, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
73 jobs

I design reports, annual reports and publications that communicate clearly and leave a lasting impression. I'm a layout designer and illustrator with a degree in Publishing and over a decade of experience turning complex information into polished, purposeful design. My specialty is long-form and annual reports, technical illustrations, and editorial design. Work where precision and clarity aren't optional. I co-founded Kadi Creative Design Solutions, a boutique design agency, and previously spent five years as Head of Production at Supernova magazine, managing full print cycles from concept to delivery. What I bring to your project: - Reports, annual reports & sustainability reports - Long-form document & report design - InDesign layout & typesetting - Technical & scientific illustration - Infographic design & data visualisation - Magazine & editorial layout - Print & digital publishing Software: - Adobe InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop - Microsoft Office (Word & PowerPoint) - Google Slides & Canva Clients include the UN, WWF, Johnson & Johnson, REN21 & SLOCAT.

  • Graphic Design
  • Brochure
  • Illustration
  • Print Design
  • Layout Design
  • Vector Graphic
  • Typesetting
  • Formatting
  • Divi
  • Magazine Layout
  • WordPress
Sally E.

Pretoria, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Hi! I'm a senior designer with 5+ years of industry experience and a passion for unique and illustrative design! Cum Laude design graduate and Loerie Award winner, I excel at impactful visual design - from UI/UX design, brand creation, to specialized illustration, I'm your all-in-one design solution. Fresh, creative, problem-solving visual solutions are my standard. My illustration style is highly adaptive and ranges from ultra-realism to stylized and sleek. I'll adapt and combine any style/s you like to suit the needs of your project with ease, or collaborate with you to create something entirely new. I work hard to make sure my client's vision is fulfilled to its fullest potential, with close communication and a keen eye for detail. Working with people to create designs that make the mind smile - that's what I do best :)

  • Illustration
  • Web Design
  • Animation
  • Figma
  • Information Design
  • Digital Art
  • Informational Infographic
  • Book Cover
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Copywriting
  • UX & UI
  • HTML
  • Motion Graphics
  • Fine Art
  • Creative Direction

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