Nokuthula Lesa Gwamanda
Johannesburg,South Africa
Summary
A creative professional with a knack for graphic design, specializing in branding and visual storytelling. Transforming concepts into compelling visuals that drive engagement and elevate brand identity whilst utilizing a blend of innovative techniques and industry-standard software to deliver high-quality designs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graphic Designer
EliteStormSA
Johannesburg, South Africa
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed posters, company logos, social media and graphics.
- Shot and edited videos and pictures for models and brands.
- Typography and Layout Design for Instagram and brochures.
- Adapted quickly to changing trends in industry maintaining relevance in designs.
- Utilized advanced software tools for improved efficiency in graphic design production.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all tasks.
- Created 3D graphics and animations with Autodesk 3ds Max.
Project Assistant and Photographer
EliteStormSA
Johannesburg, South Africa
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Photographed 3 models weekly and created portfolios.
- Streamlined operations by organizing files and documents to implement improved workflow and organization.
- Received and screened high-volume internal and external communications, calls and email.
- Scheduled meetings, conferences and appointments.
Social Media Manager and Marketing
Afda and EliteStormSA
Johannesburg, South Africa
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Tracked metrics; audience engagement, impressions.
- Developed engaging online content therefore improving customer interaction by 60%.
- Monitored trends and created visually appealing content.
- Drove website traffic by writing witty and creative social media content and blog posts.
- Monitored industry trends for incorporation into social media strategies.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Film Producing & Editing, Basic Animation skills, Marketing & Character Design
Afda University
Johannesburg, Gauteng 01.2022 - 12.2024
Skills
- Typography
- Image and Video Editing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Canva and InDesign
- Google Analytics and CRM
- Colour Theory
- Content Creation
- Adobe Illustrator
- Layout Design
- Artistic sensibility
- Ethical decision making
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Languages
English
Native
Afrikaans
Intermediate
Zulu
Upper intermediate
Custom
- Sketching and Painting
- Content Creation and Video Editing
- Digital Illustration
- Traveling
- Food
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graphic Designer
EliteStormSA
02.2023 - 01.2025
Project Assistant and Photographer
EliteStormSA
02.2023 - 01.2025
Social Media Manager and Marketing
Afda and EliteStormSA
02.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelors Degree - Film Producing & Editing, Basic Animation skills, Marketing & Character Design
Afda University
01.2022 - 12.2024
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