Dewald Ferreira
Nelspruit
Summary
Knowledgeable Graphic Designer with a background in Digital Design, creating eye catching designs while meeting client expectations. I have demonstrated expertise using CorelDraw and Canva, as well as experience in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere. Great problem solving skills and contributes greatly to high-profile projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager | Graphic Designer
Unigrad College
03.2023 - Current
- Visiting schools and promote the college and courses to prospective students.
- Digital Marketing: creating and posting ads for social media
- Student Advisor: Manage student relations and work with students on campus
- Inhouse Graphic Designer: Design various ads, posters, videos etc. for marketing and event purposes.
- Partial Lecturing: Aiding in the Graphic Design course on campus and also facilitating Graphic Design workshops
Graphic Designer
Empire Printers
01.2022 - 01.2023
- I was the main Designer at the business, responsible for Designing a majority of all projects that came in. I was trained to use the TitanJet Vinyl Printer and vinyl cutter, that was used to print a majority of large scale prints, from large building plans, to printing vinyl stickers, both small and large. I was also requested to design a website for a local construction company as well, where I was responsible for creating everything from scratch and custom to the client's specifications. I also aided in consultations for smaller vinyl related projects such as signage, vehicle branding and document editing and typing.
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
AGWJ
01.2021 - 01.2021
- I was the senior designer that worked from reception, greeting clients as they walked in, taking their information and all information from the client regarding their jobs. I had the responsibility as senior designer to design, communicate and produce the designs they requested, whether it be Stickers, Posters, Laser cut Objects or UV Printed Products. I worked on a few different pieces of equipment, including a UV Printer, Laser Cutter, Poster Printer, Sticker Printer and Mug Press. I have been given the opportunity to have both practical work in the workshop and machines and digital work by designing on the computer.
Web Designer / Content Writer
MMP Online
01.2019 - 01.2020
- During the probation period, I was trained on how to build websites using WordPress, learning the layout of different web builders, how to use and implement different plugins, and how to design efficient and good looking websites. After the probation period, I was given the task of writing relevant and interesting blogs for a number of our SEO clients. I was trained to use keywords, internal and external links, and relevant information about the client to help boost the SEO ranking of the websites. During the latter part of my time at MMP Online I was trained to thoroughly go through a website and inspect every page and fix any and all issues from layout issues, grammar, and spelling, internal and external linking, Meta Indexing, keywords, and working on a website's Google Analytics to greatly boost the SEO Ranking and also loading speed of a website.
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
Extreme Signs
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Take part in meetings with clients, taking notes and planning designs, Graphic Design, do custom measurements, project management, and laser cutting. I was responsible for Designing custom designs, making measurements request, order the vinyl, and set up the Printers. I also was required to manage and check up on the workshop to see the progress and aid in installations.
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
Sawdust Art
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Take custom orders from clients and companies, cutting and engraving a number of different wooden products. I was set up as a Graphic Designer that turned the client's vision into a reality by designing and then cutting/engraving the finished product. My responsibility was to organize the wood, set up the laser cutters and engrave/cut what the client requested.
Education
No Degree - Highschool (Matric)
Belfast Academy
Belfast11-2016
National N4 - N6 Certificates - Graphic Design
Unigrad College
Nelspruit11-2018
No Degree - Teaching English As A Foregin Language (TEFL)
The TEFL Academy
Online03-2025
Skills
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Social Media Design
- Web Design
- Computer Literate
- MS Office Literate
- Team Player
- Quick Learner
- Public Speaking
- Teaching Training
Hobbies
- Cooking
- Graphic Design
- Drawing
- Writing
- Gaming
- Exercising
- Cars
- IT | Technology
- Woodworking
- Digital Design
- Video Editing
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Sales Manager | Graphic Designer
Unigrad College
03.2023 - Current
Graphic Designer
Empire Printers
01.2022 - 01.2023
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
AGWJ
01.2021 - 01.2021
Web Designer / Content Writer
MMP Online
01.2019 - 01.2020
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
Extreme Signs
01.2019 - 01.2019
Graphic Designer / Laser Cutter Operator
Sawdust Art
01.2018 - 01.2018
No Degree - Highschool (Matric)
Belfast Academy
National N4 - N6 Certificates - Graphic Design
Unigrad College
No Degree - Teaching English As A Foregin Language (TEFL)
The TEFL Academy
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