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Hello, I'm
Vunwe J Nkonyani

Graphic Designer

About

Brief Description

I am a Senior Graphic Designer with 10 years of experience (7 years post-qualification), combining high-impact visual storytelling with data-driven strategy. Certified in Digital Marketing, Web Development, and Data Analysis, I bridge the gap between aesthetics and business performance; designing high-converting digital assets and user-centric websites that align with marketing KPIs and audience insights.

I have evolved from a freelance designer into a strategic brand custodian, managing the visual identities of major municipal entities and corporate organizations. My experience spans the full creative lifecycle, from web development (HTML/CSS) to social media management and performance tracking. Whether leading design for the City of Joburg's partnered entities or overseeing the digital presence of Midvaal Local Municipality, I deliver cohesive brand experiences that are visually compelling, technically sound, and optimized for measurable growth.

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Skills

Just My Awesome Skills

These are key aspects that I work on a daily basis. My personal traits also come in to play: Persistance, Time mangament, Researching, Curiosity, Teamworker when I have to, Adapt easily, Patience, to produce final products that satisfy clients.

Digital Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Expert, +10 years

Photgraphy &
Videography

Video editing, Motion Graphic

Advanced, 10 years

Computer Skills

Microsoft 365, Technical Software

Advanced

Digital Marketing

Advanced, +4 years

Knowledge

  • Digital Design
  • Print Media Design
  • Photography
  • Videography
  • Data Analysis
  • Digital Marketing
  • Website Development
    Coding & Wordpress
  • Website Management
    Backend & Frontend
  • Microsoft 365
  • Research
  • Events Planning & Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Digital & Paint Illustrations
  • Drawing

Language Skills

Tsonga (Mother Tongue)
English Advanced
Zulu Basic

Experience

7 Years Experience!

From 2016 and throughout the duration of the degree, I juggled studying and freelancing simultaneously. This boosted my skill drastically because I was getting both perspectives of school and the industry, my understanding was heightened since I saw what was required from me as a Designer post studying.

As of 2019 I have been professionally in the industry working with different brands and institutions of different skill requirements.

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Midvaal Local Municipality

Graphic Designer

2023 - Current
Lead graphic design and Corporate Identity compliance across print, digital, and event platforms; including banners, corporate stationery, web assets, and social media, ensuring all output conforms to set brand and quality standards.
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JOSHCO

Graphic Designer /
Webmaster

2021 - 2023
Sole creative lead for all graphic design, web architecture, and social media channels.
Modernized the company's online presence by integrating web management with active social media growth.
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City of Joburg

Graphic Designer

2019 - 2021
Promoted to Interim Graphic Designer (Aug 2020), taking full responsibility for the City's visual output for a six-month period.
Developed digital and social media assets for the City of Joburg and partnered entities, including City Power, Joburg Water, JRA, and Rea Vaya.
Managed graphical media for official websites and social platforms, ensuring clear communication of public interest information.
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Kasified

Founder

2015 - Current
Launched and scaled a creative consultancy providing design, consulting, and service-provider solutions to clients including the Department of Health (Malaria Campaign), Department of Basic Education, Ndlambe Municipality, Collins Chabane Municipality, and Makhado Municipality.
Built a reputation for delivering high-end work that met complex client requirements and industry standards.

Education

Just My Education

In 2016 I enrolled at Vega school of branding in Pretoria which was then known as Design School South Africa (DSSA). I did BA Graphic Design which I completed in 2018. I further went to develop & sharpen my skills by enrolling on short courses such as digital marketing & social media handling as a whole. As the world advances, i try my best to keep up with the new technological invensions such as development (software, app development, AI etc.)

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Vega School of Brand

BA Graphic Design

2016 - 2018
A 3 year BA Graphic Design degree where I majored in Digital Design (Adobe Creative suite in its entirety), Photography and Design History & Philosophy modules. The degree dug deep further into the Business Management theories in aid to assist the freelance aspect of the industry.
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Udemy

Digital Marketing

2022
A short course which digs deep into managing Digital Marketing and Management, focusing on Digital Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, SEO, YouTube, Email Marketing, Analytics & many other skills required for digital presence.
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W3Schools

Coding, Web
Development &
Management

2023
A thorough coding platform that teaches coding from the basics of HTML and CSS to the advancement of manay various coding languages such as JavaScript, Backend and Data Analytics.
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ALX

Data Analysis

2024 - 2025
A thorough coding platform that teaches coding from the basics of HTML and CSS to the advancement of manay various coding languages such as JavaScript, Backend and Data Analytics.

Vunwe J Nkonyani

awesome.
invincible.
unbeatable.
indestructible.