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Anthony Horne

@anthonyhorne

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An experienced creative who believes design is not decoration, but decision-making made visible.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity and collaboration, where I can lead design projects and contribute to meaningful user experiences.

I'm a multidisciplinary creative with 15+ years of experience spanning brand management, graphic & web design, and product & UI/UX design - with a consistent thread running through all of it: turning complexity into clarity.

My career has taken me from the print floors of Signarama to the product teams of globally recognised brands like Euromonitor International, where I served as 2IC to the Product Design Director and led design across core data platforms used by clients worldwide. Along the way, I've built brand identities from the ground up, designed high-converting e-commerce experiences, led agency design departments, and shaped internal design cultures that marry aesthetics with measurable outcomes.

What sets me apart is range - and the ability to operate with equal confidence across disciplines. I can define a brand's visual language, design and ship a complex data product, build a scalable Adobe XD or Figma component library, and mentor a team of designers, often within the same role.

I bring a systems-thinking mindset to everything I touch. Whether I'm crafting a brand identity, designing an information-dense dashboard, or optimising a user flow for conversion, I'm always asking the same question: does this make the right decision easier?

Portfolio: https://www.behance.net/Anthony_Gary_Horne

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior UI/UX Designer

Invesp LLC

Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 (1 month)

I designed and suggested UI/UX improvements for client applications based on data-driven CRO specialist recommendations; presented complex user flows and design iterations to secure buy-in for conversion-focused changes; mentored junior designers; aligned with client briefs and accessibility standards; and bridged the gap between design and tech by creating PBIs and briefs.

CRO UI UX Design Mobile Design Team Leadership

Senior Product Designer

Euromonitor International

Oct 2019 - May 2025 (5 years 7 months)

Conceived and designed all user interface elements and journeys for various EMI products. Oversaw and executed user research and testing sessions with clients and users.

Product Design UI UX Design User Research User Testing Team Collaboration

Lead Designer

The Yellow Door Collective

Mar 2016 - Aug 2019 (3 years 5 months)

Conceived and designed all graphic, digital, social, and online media that creatively and consistently reflected client brand identities. Managed website design and development, along with strategy planning.

Graphic Design Digital Design Social Media Design Website Design Strategy Planning

Senior Graphic Designer

Digital Shyft (Media Blitz)

Aug 2015 - Feb 2016 (6 months)

Conceived and designed all graphic, digital, mobile, and online media that creatively and consistently reflected client brand identities. Focused on delivering engaging visual content across various platforms.

Graphic Design Digital Design Mobile Design Website Design Brand Identity

Senior Graphic Designer

Hella Automotive South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

May 2013 - Jul 2015 (2 years 2 months)

Conceived, designed, and art directed collateral, packaging, photography, and advertising materials. Managed and co-ordinated trade fairs, exhibitions, and in-store promotional stands.

Graphic Design Marketing Advertising Social Media Management

Senior Graphic Designer

Signarama

Dec 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 4 months)

Conceived, designed, and art directed collateral, packaging, advertising, and signage. Maintained and operated large format digital printers, and managed required materials and stock.

Graphic Design Art Direction Print Production Team Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

LAWSON BROWN HIGH SCHOOL

Matric Exemption with Merit, General Studies

Grade: Merit

Completed secondary education with a matric exemption and merit. Focused on a broad curriculum to prepare for tertiary studies.

NELSON MANDELA METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

NDip. Graphic Design, Graphic Design

Grade: Credits Obtained

Completed 2.5 years of a 3-year National Diploma in Graphic Design, obtaining relevant credits. Gained foundational knowledge and practical skills in graphic design principles and applications.

DAMELIN CORRESPONDENCE COLLEGE

Diploma in Computer Graphic Art, Computer Graphic Art

Obtained a Diploma in Computer Graphic Art through correspondence study. Developed skills in various computer graphic art techniques and software.

EXCEL WITH BUSINESS

CPD Certificate, Facebook Marketing For Small Businesses

Completed a CPD Certificate in Facebook Marketing for Small Businesses. Acquired knowledge and strategies for effective social media marketing on Facebook.

EXCEL WITH BUSINESS

CPD Certificate, Web Design

Earned a CPD Certificate in Web Design. Focused on principles and practices of web design.

SHAW ACADEMY

CPD Foundation Diploma, Digital Marketing

Achieved a CPD Foundation Diploma in Digital Marketing. Gained foundational knowledge in various aspects of digital marketing.

OPEN 2 STUDY

Certificate, User Experience for the Web

Completed a Certificate in User Experience for the Web. Focused on principles of user experience design specifically for web applications.

OPEN 2 STUDY

ICMS Certificate, Management for a Competitive Edge

Obtained an ICMS Certificate in Management for a Competitive Edge. Developed skills in management strategies for competitive business environments.

UDEMY

Certificate, UX Fundamentals – User Testing

Completed a Certificate in UX Fundamentals – User Testing. Gained practical knowledge in conducting user testing for UX design.

UDEMY

Certificate, Introduction to UX Design for Accessibility and WCAG 2.0

Earned a Certificate in Introduction to UX Design for Accessibility and WCAG 2.0. Focused on designing accessible user experiences in accordance with WCAG 2.0 guidelines.

Euromonitor International

Manager Training, Management

Participated in Manager Training provided by Euromonitor International. Enhanced leadership and management skills relevant to the workplace.

The Open University

Certificate of completion, Hybrid Working: Skills For Leadership

Completed a certificate of completion for Hybrid Working: Skills For Leadership. Developed skills necessary for effective leadership in a hybrid work environment.