Affinity Designer 2
Llewellyn van Eeden
Graphic and Web Designer
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Try again. Fail again. Fail better.
Samuel Beckett
Timeline
Udemy - Certificate of Completion, Modern Websites - Bootstrap 5
12.2023 - 01.2024
Designer - Gracestud
09.2023 - Current
Udemy - Certificate of Completion, Responsive Web Design - HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5
08.2023 - 09.2023
FreeCodeCamp - Developer Certification, Responsive Web Design
07.2023 - 09.2023
Real Estate Agent - Kingstons Real Estate
10.2019 - 06.2023
Salesperson - Offix Office Furniture
08.2018 - 09.2019
Boksburg High School - High School Diploma,
01.2013 - 12.2017
Work History
Salesperson
Offix Office Furniture
Sandton, Gauteng
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
- Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Expanded customer base through targeted prospecting and networking efforts.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to maximize revenue generation.
- Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions and staying current with industry trends.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
- Streamlined sales processes to reduce inefficiencies and improve overall productivity.
- Negotiated contracts skillfully, securing favorable terms for both company and client.
- Utilized CRM software to manage contacts, track progress, and analyze performance metrics.
- Grew market share within the territory by strategically targeting untapped segments of the market.
- Managed customer from initial contact to closing with attention to detail to build loyalty.
- Provided product benefits and advantages and discussed pricing with interested parties.
- Developed and grew leads through repeat business and customer referrals.
Real Estate Agent
Kingstons Real Estate
Bedfordview, Gauteng
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Increased property sales by implementing innovative marketing strategies and utilizing social media platforms.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in higher satisfaction rates and repeat business.
- Developed strong relationships with mortgage brokers, attorneys, and other professionals to streamline the home buying process for clients.
- Hosted successful open houses by preparing properties for viewing and effectively showcasing features to potential buyers.
- Expanded client base through consistent networking events, maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism.
- Improved property listings by collaborating with photographers to capture visually appealing images that accurately represented each property''s unique qualities.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to provide clients with accurate information on current trends and pricing strategies.
- Assisted first-time homebuyers in navigating the complex real estate process, guiding them from pre-approval to closing.
- Streamlined communication between all parties involved in transactions, ensuring smooth closings and satisfied clients.
- Successfully managed multiple offers for sellers, securing the best possible outcome in each situation.
- Provided exceptional support during the negotiation process, advocating for clients'' best interests at all times.
- Consulted with homeowners on appropriate listing prices based on extensive comparative market analysis, resulting in faster sales and satisfied clients.
- Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Performed home evaluations and developed competitive market analysis for individual homes.
- Studied property listings, interviewed prospective clients, accompanied clients to properties and discussed condition of sales.
- Developed and presented proposals to clients to raise awareness of potential real estate investments.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
Designer
Gracestud
Johannesburg, Gauteng
09.2023 - Current
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Streamlined design processes for increased efficiency and faster project turnaround times.
- Designed eye-catching event collateral, contributing to successful fundraising campaigns and increased event attendance.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Implemented new software programs to streamline design workflow, resulting in reduced project timelines.
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Enhanced website functionality by implementing responsive design and user-friendly navigation elements.
- Boosted client satisfaction by delivering visually appealing and intuitive web designs tailored to their specific needs.
- Coordinated copywriting and designed images to craft website content.
- Configured templates for clients to easily customize.
- Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Education
High School Diploma -
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Ranked in Top 1% of class
- Awarded Best Visual Art Student in the District
Certificate of Completion - Modern Websites - Bootstrap 5
12.2023 - 01.2024
Certificate of Completion - Responsive Web Design - HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5
08.2023 - 09.2023
Developer Certification - Responsive Web Design
07.2023 - 09.2023
Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Creative Design Layouts
- Vendor Relationships
- Teamwork Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Client Presentation Delivery
- Client Relationships
- Client Satisfaction
- Customized Template Design
- Design and Implementation
- Collaboration Skills
- Design Strategies
- Commercial Projects
- Interface Design and Implementation
- Color Selection and Pairing
- Corporate Design
- Team Meetings
- Working with Designers
- Concept Studies
- Analytical Skills
- Best Practices and Standards
- Project Presentations
- Idea Brainstorming
- Client Requirements
- Scope of Work Development
- Documenting Hours Worked
- Color Composition
- Image Manipulation
- Website Structure
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Human Factors
- Computer Literacy
- Web Design Templates
- Social Media Integration
- Website Navigation
- CSS Technologies
- Domain Registration
- Web Technologies: AngularJS, jQuery, Bootstrap
- HTML
Summary
Enthusiastic designer responsible for creating, developing and producing visuals of concepts to communicate ideas to clients. Researches, conceptualizes and presents designs to achieve desired effects or goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkFull TimePart TimeInternshipLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursPersonal development programs4-day work week401k matchWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingSoftware
Affinity Photo 2
Affinity Pubslisher 2
Webflow