Michelle Dexter Email & Phone Number

Cape Town, Wc, Za

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

I am currently working as a graphic designer with a primary focus on on-premise design for Red Bull South Africa. While Barrows Global serves a multitude of clients, my focus and dedication are exclusively directed towards the captivating design projects of Red Bull South Africa. In this role, I am responsible for creating visually appealing designs specifically tailored for Red Bull's local marketing, both within their physical locations and at various events. My expertise and creative skills are utilized to capture the essence of the Red Bull brand and effectively communicate its messaging to the target audience in South Africa.

South Africa

As a freelance designer, I've worked with the following brands & agencies:Brands:- Stitch Money - Langevlei Retirement Village- Nightingale Cyber Security - Xtreme Hydro Designs- Zhavia AfricaAgencies:- We Brew- Don’t Call Me Tj- Social Animal- Itu Kubheka Brand Studio

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Website Design- Content Updates- Website Maintenance- Visual Identity Design- Social Media Management- Content Creator

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

The Embrace Project is an NPO that creatively combats Gender-Based Violence.Duties:- Creating social media and webinar graphics - Creating GIFs/short videos- Creating website banners and graphics- Editing photos of art in Photoshop (slight correction, and mockups)- Liaising with Artists and assisting with curation for our online store- Assisting with the going-concern of the fundraising model- General admin which includes the day-to-day running, and promotion, of the organisation

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

In my capacity as a lecturer at both Inscape Cape Town and Stellenbosch, I have the privilege of imparting knowledge across a diverse range of subjects to a variety of students. Specifically, I teach the following captivating subjects:1. Applied Design: I guide third-year ideation students through the intricacies of applied design, helping them refine their creative thinking and problem-solving skills.2. Software Training: I provide comprehensive software training to first-year students pursuing various degrees, equipping them with essential digital design tools and techniques.3. Design Impact: First-year marketing students benefit from my expertise in design impact, where I explore the profound influence of design in the realm of marketing, enabling them to effectively communicate and engage with their target audience.4. Exposure: First-year students in graphic and fashion design are introduced to the fundamental concepts and principles of their respective fields, allowing them to explore and develop their artistic vision.5. Photography: First-year marketing, graphic, and fashion design students delve into the art of photography under my guidance, unlocking their creative potential and understanding the power of visual storytelling.6. Graphic Design Software Training: I provide software training to second-year ideation students, enabling them to elevate their design skills and expand their creative horizons.7. Reprographics: I taught the third-year diploma students the ropes of the freelance world and what to expect when entering the industry. 8. Adobe Software Basics: I provided comprehensive software training to Higher Certificate design students ensuring they are industry-ready. 9. Leadership Management: I guided the first-year marketing students through what it takes to be a leader in the work of design. 10. Print & Paint: I guided Higher Certificate design students with print and painting techniques.

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Duties:- Ideate and pitch creative concepts - Participate in various design projects from concept to completion- Produce drafts, prototypes and engaging design solutions in both text, image and video format- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about progress of projects and any issues that may arise- Make sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format, sizes, and colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities- Work on multiple briefs at the same time- Keep budget, time and production constraints in mind- Guide and assist graphic design interns (when applicable)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Assist 3rd year students with research papers- Technical formatting of research papers- Mentor and motivate students and participates in the process by giving guidance- Ensure that the correct method of referencing has been employed- Provide research suggestions

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Prepare and distribute the agenda for meetings- Work closely with the President and Treasurer - Act as the bridge between the staff and students ensuring all student voices are heard- Take minutes of the proceedings of all student council meetings- Prepare and distribute minutes in a timely manner- Maintain files of the student council- Produce a student council directory- Maintain contact information of people with whom the student council regularly works

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Act as an ambassador and representative of the Open Window brand both on and off campus- Advised prospective students about Open Window- Delegate and manage my assigned buddies to the best of my ability- Help students ease into the university experience- Work hand-in-hand with the student liaison- Uphold the Student Code of Code Conduct

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Data Capturing- Content Creation- Quality assurance design work- User Interface Design- Assisting with presentations- Managed my own team of students (where I did process development for the project delivery, quality control and feedback)

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:- Conceptualise and execute the creative design strategy to produce new ideas- Strong corporate Identity, logo, and packaging design skills- Discuss ideas and present creative concepts to the creative director- Understanding and investigating new methods to develop highly visible creative design solutions- Develop work, iterate, prepare mock-ups, and present work with strong attention to detail- Excellent understanding of digital design and print best practices

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba Honours, Design And Visual Communications, General

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Design And Visual Communications, General

Higher Certificate, Personal Development

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Matric Certificate With 3 Distinctions, 12

Activities and Societies: Netball player, Hockey player, Athletics team

8, 9, 10, 11

Activities and Societies: Award for Service Delivery, Award for Horse Riding, Netball Player, Softball Player, Athletics Team, Horse.