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Lloyd M.

Brand Systems Specialist | UX-Led Visual Design for Startups

Durban, South Africa
$39 per hour
10 jobs
$2K+ total earnings

👋 Hi, I'm Lloyd, a Visual Design Specialist with a passion for crafting brand systems that don’t just look good, but work hard across every platform and touchpoint. With over 6 years of experience, I help startups, and scaling businesses, turn scattered visuals into strategic, conversion-ready design systems. My work is rooted in user experience (UX) thinking, layout mastery, and emotionally resonant storytelling. The kind that builds trust and moves your audience to act. What I bring to the table: • Brand System Design - from core values to visual consistency • Layout Design - pitch decks, reports, web & mobile interfaces • Typography & Color Strategy - aligned to your mission and mood • User Journey Mapping - so your design actually converts • Full Visual Identity Kits - built to scale across your business Ask about my Visual Brand Blueprint session to identify your brand gaps in 30 minutes or less.

Dennis J.

Senior Designer/Illustrator

Durban, South Africa
$30 per hour
12 jobs
$2K+ total earnings

Graphic Designer for Print & Web | 20+ Years of Experience Looking for a designer who can deliver professional, eye-catching work for both print and digital? I bring over two decades of experience in magazine layout, packaging design, illustration, social media content, adverts, corporate identity, branding, vector art, and photo manipulation. I’ve worked with clients across South Africa, the US, UK, Australia, and beyond, producing creative solutions that are both visually striking and strategically effective. My approach blends creativity with precision, ensuring that every project is on-brand, on-time, and of the highest quality. My Expertise Includes: Print Design: Magazines, brochures, flyers, packaging, business stationery Web & Digital Design: Social media content, online adverts, web graphics Branding: Corporate identity, brand guidelines, logo development Illustration & Vector Art: Concept & illustrative artwork for print or digital use Photo Manipulation: Retouching, compositing, and visual enhancements I use the Affinity Suite for all my design work, providing full compatibility with Adobe standards, so whether you’ve worked with Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign in the past, I can match and exceed those results. I have a full understanding and years of experience with the Adobe Suite as well. I’m committed to clear communication, fast turnaround times, and long-term client relationships. Many of my clients return for multiple projects, trusting me to keep their brand looking its best across all platforms. (If you notice “in-progress” projects on my profile, that simply means I’m working on ongoing collaborations as clients return for new work.)

James M.

General Creative & Hospitality Manager

Durban, South Africa
$57 per hour
2 jobs
$100 total earnings

I am a freelancer with a creative and detail-oriented freelancer specialising in the media space and data entry. With a keen eye for capturing and creating stunning visuals and a strong background in organising and managing data, I excels at delivering high-quality work efficiently. I thrive on collaboration and adapt easily to diverse projects, ensuring clients’ needs are met with precision and flair. Always eager to learn and take on new challenges! Communication is key, lets stay in-touch and get to work! My skills include: - Data Entry & Capturing - Stock count & Stock Forecasting - Copywriting - Marketing - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Word - Brand Communication - Adobe Lightroom - Adobe Photoshop - Adobe Premier Pro

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