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Johannesburg, South Africa
Greetings, I am a seasoned freelancer specializing in app testing, payment system testing, and website testing, based in South Africa. With a wealth of experience, I am dedicated to ensuring digital excellence through meticulous testing. Key Skills and Expertise: 🔍 App Testing: Leveraging my extensive experience in app testing, I meticulously assess and enhance the functionality, performance, and user experience of mobile applications. My thorough testing protocols guarantee flawless apps that resonate with South African users. 💳 Payment System Testing: As a dedicated expert in payment system testing, I navigate the intricate terrain of financial transactions to ensure secure and reliable payment gateways. Your users can trust that their transactions will be smooth and secure. 🌐 Website Testing: I excel in comprehensive website testing, ensuring that every element of your online presence functions seamlessly. From user interface testing to performance optimization, I ensure your website meets the highest standards of quality and user satisfaction. 🇿🇦 South African Expertise: With an in-depth understanding of the South African market, I bring a unique perspective to my testing methodologies. I am well-versed in the specific needs and preferences of South African users, tailoring my approach to meet the demands of this vibrant market. 🤝 Your South African Partner: Beyond testing, I offer valuable insights and assistance on anything related to South Africa. Whether it's cultural nuances, market trends, or user behavior, I am your go-to expert for a holistic understanding of the South African landscape. Why Choose Me: ✨ Quality Assurance: I'm dedicated to delivering top-notch results, ensuring your digital products exceed South African user expectations. 🕒 Timely & Efficient: I prioritize deadlines, making sure my testing processes are quick and effective, surpassing project timelines. 🔐 Confidentiality: Your project's privacy is crucial; trust me to handle your digital assets and sensitive information with the utmost care. Holistic Support: Beyond testing, I offer comprehensive services related to South Africa. Let's collaborate to boost your digital presence in South Africa! Whether it's a new app, payment system refinement, or website optimization, I guarantee excellence at every step. Contact me for a successful partnership in the lively South African market. 🚀🇿🇦
- Data Entry
- Android
- PayPal
- Payment Processing
- Cryptocurrency
- Mobile App Testing
- Functional Testing
- Data Mining
- Data Extraction
- Research Methods
- Manual Testing
- Bug Reports
- Virtual Assistance
- Personal Administration
Johannesburg, South Africa
Multilingual Localisation & Linguistic Specialist. Dedicated professional with a Bachelor of Arts Specialisation in Linguistics and over 10 years of experience in high-stakes corporate environments (Nedbank) and global freelance platforms. Native fluency in English and Zulu, with advanced proficiency in Tswana. Specialised in MTPE (Machine Translation PostEditing) from German to English and Zulu. Proven track record in audio/video transcription, data quality, and linguistic adaptation for AI training models.
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Typing
- Proofreading
- Video Transcription
- Closed Captioning
- Audio Transcription
- Translation
- Translation & Localization Software
Johannesburg, South Africa
Hi, I'm Aston! Here for all your video editing needs! I'm proficient in and have a lot of experience with a wide spectrum of video editing work. My main expertise lie in editing VSLs for clients in a variety of industries, including the medical industry, fitness industry, supplements industry etc. I've done VSLs as short as 3 minutes long, to 1 hour long VSLs, so whatever size project you may have, I'm confident that I can assist in breathing life into it! I'm also extremely experienced in Green Screen editing, short form/social media content, Youtube content, product videos, documentaries, graphics, AI Platforms such as Heygen, as well as Adobe's new AI features and more! There's quite a few software platforms that I'm familiar with, namely Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and CapCut. There are 3 traits that sets me apart from a lot of editors: 1) I'm extremely efficient in delivering work to clients. With 8 years of editing experience under my belt, and a never-ending passion for keeping up with the latest editing techniques, I've built a reputation with clients and companies all over the globe for fast delivery without compromising the clients vision, service delivery, or quality of the deliverables. 2) I see all my work through the eyes of a director. With this creative outlook on all my projects, it allows me to not only execute the client's vision, but also add my own creativity within the brief, elevating the end goal, and allowing for a much higher quality output. 3) I'm extremely meticulous in my work. I'm very passionate about smaller details within a project, things not many people might pay attention to. Being as thorough as I am when handling a project, no matter how small or big, allows me the opportunity to deliver heightened quality to my client. This coupled with the above two traits, ensures that my work not only matches, but exceeds the expectations of the client. I look forward to working with you!
- Music Production
- Sound Mixing
- Audio Mastering
- Graphic Design
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Podcast Production
- Songwriting
- Video Editing & Production
- Photo Editing
- Audio Editing
- Event Management
- Event Planning
- Social Media Management
Johannesburg, South Africa
Results based Creative Strategist. I create AI powered ads for Ecommerce sites and Social Media, I don't just get you views and likes. I focus on CONVERSION. ✔️ Content creation (AI Avatars, campaigns, animations, Ads, Reels, Youtube Shorts, TikTok etc) ✔️ Content planning and strategy ✔️ Content Repurposing (Send me your old content & I will optimize it to fit in with the current social media trends. This includes short clips for Reels, Carousels etc) ✔️ SEO and viral content research ✔️ Email marketing ✔️ Community management ✔️ Affiliate & Influencer marketing ✔️ Ecommerce and Shopify brands I am a content creator specializing in carousels, emails and short form content on Youtube, Tiktok and Instagram. I strike a good balance at being both highly creative, but also rigorously analytical. I pride myself in being very results-oriented by channeling my strong passion for helping people and brands elevate their presence through translating their values and vision into tangible social media marketing strategies and highly targeted copy and messaging. As a natural extrovert, I enjoy working in teams and collaborating to meet common goals in a manner that is engaging and uplifting. I’m also an avid lifelong learner who is always excited to learn from others and grow. My interests: internet culture, travel, health, wellness and food content.
- Canva
- CapCut
- Social Media Content
- Copywriting
- Social Media Management
- Content Marketing
- Instagram
- Content Strategy
- Creative Strategy
- Ad Creative
- AI Image Generation
- ChatGPT
- UGC
Johannesburg, South Africa
Are IT issues slowing down your team, causing login problems, or piling up unresolved tickets? I help businesses keep their employees productive by delivering reliable Level 1 & Level 2 IT support resolving issues quickly, reducing downtime, and maintaining smooth daily operations. I’m an experienced Remote IT Support Specialist who has supported internal users for a large, globally operating organization. I work with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, ServiceNow, and Cisco Meraki to handle incidents efficiently, meet SLAs, and provide professional, user-friendly support for teams across different time zones. Here’s what I can bring to your project or team: -L1/L2 Help Desk & Remote IT Support -Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) -Azure AD (User management, MFA, password resets) -Incident & Ticket Management (ServiceNow) -Network & Connectivity Support (Cisco Meraki) -Hardware & Software Troubleshooting (POS, printers, scanners) -User Onboarding & Offboarding -Remote Software Installation & Driver Support I work fully remotely and have a proven track record of delivering fast, accurate, and friendly support to internal users across multiple time zones. Whether you need help maintaining IT systems, solving urgent tech issues, or supporting end users, I’m ready to jump in and get the job done.
- Technical Support
- Customer Service
- Tech & IT
- Troubleshooting
- Microsoft 365 Copilot
- Microsoft Azure Administration
- ServiceNow
- Point of Sale & Payment Systems
- QlikView
- BeyondTrust
- Cisco Meraki
- VPN
- Wireless Network Implementation
- DNS
Johannesburg, South Africa
Finding a reliable creative freelancer who can design, develop, and keep projects running smoothly can be a challenge, but that's where I come in. I help businesses and entrepreneurs build (or rebuild) their digital presence through website design and development, graphic design, brand identity design, and UX/UI design while also supporting them with the day-to-day tasks that keep projects on track and clients engaged. My skills lie in creating responsive websites, designing intuitive interfaces and brand-aligned graphics and assets, crafting brand identities, and designing social media content that is both visually striking and strategically effective. Beyond design and development, I bring strong organizational and communication skills, as well as managing content calendars, social media platforms, client communication, and custom WordPress theme development. This allows me to deliver not just polished creative work, but also the operational support that ensures everything flows without a hitch. Over the years, I've collaborated with clients in South Africa, Brazil, Spain, and the United States, including NGOs, design agencies, religious organizations, and independent entrepreneurs on several freelance platforms. My work experience ranges from illustration, graphic design, 3D modelling, front-end development, virtual assistance, social media management and content creation, to video editing and animation (and other related services). My skills have helped clients strengthen their brand visibility and improve engagement across niches and industries. My clients value my ability to combine creativity with reliability, often returning for repeat collaborations. I approach every project with a do-it-together mindset, which means I put a lot of emphasis on client feedback, keeping communication clear and timelines consistent. I work with tools such as Figma, Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, Adobe XD, Blender, Visual Studio Code, Android Studio, and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, etc.). I am also fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Whether you’re starting fresh or updating what you already have, I can help design, develop, and manage the creative solutions your next project needs. Let's chat!
- WordPress
- UX & UI
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- JavaScript
- React Native
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Figma
- SEO Audit
- Web Design
- Motion Graphics
- Adobe Creative Suite
- React
- Brand Identity & Guidelines
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