Terrance Close

Lead visual positioning, brand governance, and strategic creative direction for the enterprise portfolio and Accenture master brand. Collaborate with global marketing and regional leaders to translate corporate objectives into high-performing narratives.

Led visual positioning, brand governance, and strategic creative direction across the group's enterprise portfolio. Managed a multidisciplinary team and structured creative operations for high-stakes campaigns.

Led visual identity, digital content production, and studio operations for O, The Oprah Magazine. Managed the digital asset pipeline and directed cover conceptualisation and photoshoots.

Managed creative studio operations and workflow in a high-volume advertising environment. Acted as a strategic liaison between clients, production departments, and external suppliers.

Developed robust visual concepts across diverse media channels, ensuring adherence to client brand identities. Mentored junior designers and art directors on technical execution and prepress compliance.

Managed end-to-end creative direction, print production, and brand identity for two magazine titles. Conceptualised editorial layouts, advertisements, and marketing materials.

Conceptualised and developed strategic advertising campaigns under high-pressure timelines. Conducted creative research, produced storyboards, and designed print-ready mechanicals.

Supervised a team of two designers while leading art direction and conceptual development for large-scale print and spatial signage initiatives. Executed campaign rollouts and trade event designs.

Managed the complete creative lifecycle for retail and product marketing campaigns. Developed editorial layouts, logos, and promotional materials, and oversaw commercial photography and print production.

Supervised an assistant designer while leading conceptual development and technical execution of print media, directory layouts, and packaging designs. Managed end-to-end production pipeline and quality control.

Managed design, layout, and typesetting for multiple trade publications and advertiser campaigns. Oversaw publication schedules and ensured compliance with production windows.

Managed monthly design, photography, and layout of national merchandise catalogues. Supervised visual merchandising team and executed store displays. Also handled merchandise planning and inventory control.

Currently enrolled in the Google Generative AI Leader Program, on track to complete.

Completed the Web Fundamentalist program in 2004.

Activities and societies: First team hockey, Swimming captain

Completed matriculation in November 1993, with subjects including Afrikaans, English, Biology, Art, Economics, and Mathematics.

Completed the Reinvention with Agentic AI program.

Completed the Adobe Experience Manager Foundations certification.

Completed the Adobe Analytics Foundations certification.

Grade: First Class pass

Earned an Executive Education Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management with First Class pass in 1997.

Completed the Firefly Custom Models and Services Foundations certification.

Completed the Adobe GenStudio for Performance Marketing Foundations certification.

Grade: Top Student Award

Earned a Diploma in Quality Management, receiving the Top Student Award in 1997.

Grade: First Class pass 94%

Earned a Diploma in Desk Top Publishing & Design with First Class pass at 94% in 1994.