Ryan J.
Senior Graphic Designer
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About
Ryan J. is a Senior Graphic Designer with 20 years’ experience in government, agency, and in-house marketing environments, notably contributing to the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2026™ global campaign. He has crafted key visual systems, managed the print-to-digital transition for major brands, and led end-to-end development of social media, CRM assets, and video campaigns using tools like Adobe Creative Suite and After Effects. Supporting both local and multinational teams, Ryan has executed integrated marketing collateral for digital platforms, events, and sponsor activations. His freelance work spans content creation for Lula Business Funding and creative campaign delivery for Pace Creative Marketing & Branding. Additionally, Ryan is skilled in web and email design with experience in HTML, Mailchimp, and IBM Watson, ensuring brand consistency and impactful storytelling across channels.
Experience
Freelance Designer
Pace | Creative Marketing & Branding, Zurich · 2025 — 2026Engaged in collaborative efforts with creative teams, focusing on conceptual development and creation of visual assets to support marketing initiatives.Senior Designer
Carrol Boyes · 2022 — 2025Oversaw the development of visual direction and campaign concepts for both digital and print media. Led quality assurance and execution of email marketing initiatives. Managed the adaptation of assets for improved digital user experience and engagement. Coordinated creative solutions by collaborating directly with clients.Freelance Designer
Lula Business Funding · 2025 — PresentProduced various content types including blogs, mailers, and CRM banners as a freelance content creator. Assisted in video campaign rollouts utilizing Adobe After Effects.Freelance Designer
Southern Africa 360 · 2025 — 2025Participated in the design and execution of marketing campaigns tailored for various channels, enhancing brand visibility.Mid-Senior Designer
Homechoice · 2012 — 2022Contributed to integrated marketing efforts by designing collateral across digital, print, and event formats. Supported senior creatives in print campaigns aimed at government and municipal clients. Played a role in transitioning print materials to digital platforms, including email and social media.Mid Designer
Advanced Design Group (ADG) · 2009 — 2012Worked on campaign designs across multiple formats. Assisted in the development of content strategies and management of content publishing.Junior Designer
Next Level Design · 2004 — 2007Supported various design projects, contributing to the creation of marketing materials and visual concepts under guidance.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- National Diploma Graphic DesignCape Peninsula University of Technology · 2001 — 2004