Steven Telfer
@steventelfer
Multidisciplinary digital designer driving brand visibility through strategic UX, print, and motion work.
What I'm looking for
I am a multidisciplinary digital designer with extensive experience in brand identity, UX/UI, print production, and motion graphics, having led creative execution for agencies and client campaigns across Malawi and South Africa.
I have directed campaigns that increased repeat business by 25%, boosted web and mobile engagement by up to 40%, and amplified visibility for award nominees and national clients while securing retail placements and international retention gains.
I mentor and train creatives, having co-founded a paid Adobe design mentorship that certified 30+ designers and onboarded teams to adopt motion workflows, improving turnaround times and expanding service offerings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Graphic & Web Developer
CSRNEWSSA
Jun 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Contributed to UX and visual redesigns for the Trevor Noah Foundation site, boosting traffic and mobile engagement by 40% and designed campaign visuals for 50by50 and CSI Legacy Awards.
Graphic & Multimedia Designer
Digitalspace (PrintCafé)
Jan 2017 - Jun 2023 (6 years 5 months)
Directed creative execution for 18 client campaigns, driving a 25% surge in repeat business and delivering branded print assets and signage that increased client visibility nationwide.
Lead Multidisciplinary Designer
Longstride
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Led cross-border campaigns and client relationships, closing and retaining top-tier clients and increasing web traffic by 20% and social engagement by 25% through integrated design and marketing.
Graphic Designer
Design and Printing PLUS
Oct 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Designed ad campaigns and led direct sales for Malawi PLUS magazine, increasing international client retention 3Ă— and training 6+ designers to cut project turnaround by 30%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the People
Associate Degree, Computer Science
Pursuing an Associate degree in Computer Science with an expected completion in 2025.
Atlanta College of Liberal Arts & Science
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Enrolled in a Master of Business Administration program with expected completion in 2025.
Edinburgh College
Higher National Diploma, Visual Communications
2014 - 2016
Completed a Higher National Diploma in Visual Communications at Edinburgh College from August 2014 to June 2016.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
telfer.framer.aiPortfolio
behance.net/steventelferJob categories
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