MPHO LEBONA

Graphic & Web Designer

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About

Highly creative and detail-oriented Graphic and Web Designer with over 4+ years of comprehensive experience in print and digital design, specializing in crafting engaging user experiences. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), adept at optimizing project workflows for impactful marketing, branding, and web solutions. Successfully delivered diverse design projects, enhancing brand visibility and user engagement across various platforms.

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Work Experience

Web Designer & Content Manager

Global Tourism & Internet Solutions

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024

ZA

Managed end-to-end website design and content strategy, focusing on visual elements and user experience to enhance client digital presence.

  • Designed and optimized responsive websites, integrating visual elements like layout, typography, and imagery to create engaging user experiences.
  • Provided expert recommendations to clients by staying current with emerging web trends, ensuring modern and effective website solutions.
  • Maintained and updated client websites using WordPress CMS, implementing new features and ensuring seamless functionality.
  • Enhanced website functionality and performance through proficient use of CSS and JavaScript, contributing to improved site speed and user interaction.
  • Configured server environments for development and managed Google Analytics to monitor user behavior, optimizing site performance and informing design decisions.

Junior Graphic Designer

Jetline Wits University

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

ZA

Specialized in layout design and print production, creating a wide range of marketing materials while ensuring client satisfaction and project accuracy.

  • Crafted diverse marketing materials, including posters, brochures, books, and cards, ensuring all designs were optimized and print-ready for high-quality output.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, guiding walk-in clients through print requirements and delivering precise project quotations, improving client satisfaction.
  • Managed complex print projects with high proficiency using advanced Excel and InDesign, streamlining workflows and ensuring timely delivery.
  • Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite tools (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) to enhance, edit, and refine client artwork, consistently delivering top-quality results and meeting design specifications.

ICT Assistant

Glenbrack High School | Contract

Jul 2020 - Oct 2020

Alberton, Brackendowns, South Africa

Under the leadership of Mr. J. Motshitela (principal), I joined Glenbrack High School through the Teachers Assistant Programme, part of South Africa's Basic Education Employment Initiative post-covid-19. I was seen as a more suitable candidate for their ICT committee to help in rollout of tablets and laptops to students in need

  • As part of the paperless classroom program by the Department of Education to roll out tablets and laptops with complete internet connectivity to conduct teaching and learning.
  • Assisted learners with onboarding and troubleshooting technical issues with their devices, ensuring a smooth transition to digital learning.
  • Installed necessary learning programs/software and security measures to protect students' data and privacy.
  • Advising the ICT committee on best practices for digital learning and participating in meetings to discuss updates and improvements to the program.

Education

Full-Stack Web Development

HyperionDev

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

ZA

Courses

  • MERN Stack (React.js, Node.js, MongoDB)

Graphic Design

IIE Rosebank College

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

ZA

Courses

  • Creative Thinking
  • Visual Communication
  • Graphic Development
  • Image Manipulation
  • Print Layouts
  • Web Design

General Studies

Dinwiddie High School

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

ZA

Skills

Design Tools

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • XD
  • Figma
  • InVision

Soft Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Proactive Approach
  • Adaptability
  • Feedback Integration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Project Management

Web Development

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Bootstrap
  • Tailwind CSS
  • JavaScript
  • React.js
  • Node.js
  • MongoDB

Content Management Systems

  • WordPress

Productivity & Collaboration Tools

  • Microsoft Word
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Google Analytics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Lovable
  • Chatgpt
  • Copilot for VS code
  • Trello
  • Postman API testing
  • Vercel
  • Google Looker studio
  • Teams
  • Anydesk
  • Netlify