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Saadiqua Van Der Schyff

@saadiquavanderschyff

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Forward-thinking graphic designer with a passion for visual communication.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a creative environment that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a forward-thinking and self-motivated graphic designer with a strong foundation in visual communication design. My journey began at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, where I honed my skills and developed a keen eye for detail. I thrive in creative environments and am always eager to take on new challenges that allow me to grow and contribute meaningfully.

In my recent role as a Junior Graphic Designer at Twinkl Educational Publishing, I engaged in various editorial projects, utilizing tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create compelling visuals. My experience at Durham Agency as an apprentice further solidified my skills in video editing and design, preparing me for my current position at XM, where I focus on web graphic design and merchandise design. I am dedicated to adding value to every project I undertake.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Junior Web Graphic Designer

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)

Designed web graphics and merchandise, contributing to the company's online presence and branding efforts. Engaged in video and photo editing to support marketing campaigns.

Web Design Video Editing Photo Editing

Graphic Designer

Twinkl Educational Publishing

Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Created engaging graphic content for educational materials, focusing on editorial work and presentations. Utilized design software to produce high-quality visuals for various platforms.

Adobe Photoshop Editorial Design PowerPoint Photo Editing Graphic Design

Junior Graphic Designer

Durham Agency

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Assisted senior designers with various graphic design tasks, gaining hands-on experience in a professional agency setting. Contributed to design projects, enhancing skills in industry-standard software.

Figma Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BUREN HIGH SCHOOL

High School Diploma, General Studies

Completed high school education, gaining foundational knowledge and skills across various subjects.

CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

Bachelor of Technology, Visual Communication Design

Studied Visual Communication Design, focusing on principles of design, visual storytelling, and various design software applications. Developed skills in graphic design, web design, and multimedia.