Elsabe's work
About Elsabe
I am a passionate and skilled graphic designer with five years of professional experience and a strong background in graphic design, social media management (four years), and industry-standard design software (10 years). I also have two years experience in Figma. My expertise spans corporate identity, editorial design, advertising, surface pattern design, packaging, and photography.
Education & Certifications:
BA in Visual Communication (Illustration & Graphic Design) - Open Window, South Africa
Immersion Course by Bonnie Christine (Certificate in Surface Pattern Design, 2025)
Certificate in Transcription and courses completed in SEO and Instagram Marketing
Professional Experience:
Currently Video editor at Idea Kaleidoscope
Freelance graphic Designer at Catman audio and Luxe Wagon 2025
Freelance Website Designer at Jozi Shop 2025
Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager - More Pleaze, Rich Turtle (Managed social media, blogs, graphics, and newsletters)
Virtual Assistant & Designer - Grand Noir Salon, Baloedesigns (Client communication, social media, banners, and backdrops)
Freelance Graphic Designer - Thinktank Creative, Agile Coach Whisperer, Silber Studios (Corporate identity, LinkedIn ads, wedding photo editing)
Textile Designer - Heidi Carey, Design Team Fabrics, Hadley Pollet, Auth'Afrique (Traditional & digital pattern design, recoloring, pattern setup)
Sales - Golden Goose Artistry (South African brand & art sales)
Entrepreneur - Founder of Happy-go-ella Kids (Surface pattern design brand)
Notable Achievements:
Awarded Best Art Student during matriculation
Illustration work showcased at Open Window (2017, 2018)
Packaging designs featured for Tikvah & Paul's Homemade Ice Cream in local stores.
Generated over R500,000 in sales for Society6 with a single pattern
Contributed in Baloedesigns becoming 5 star Etsy business
On Upwork I have 100% Job Success.
I am eager to contribute my creativity, expertise, and dedication to your organization's success.
Best regards,
Elsabe Carina Blake
Education & Certifications:
BA in Visual Communication (Illustration & Graphic Design) - Open Window, South Africa
Immersion Course by Bonnie Christine (Certificate in Surface Pattern Design, 2025)
Certificate in Transcription and courses completed in SEO and Instagram Marketing
Professional Experience:
Currently Video editor at Idea Kaleidoscope
Freelance graphic Designer at Catman audio and Luxe Wagon 2025
Freelance Website Designer at Jozi Shop 2025
Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager - More Pleaze, Rich Turtle (Managed social media, blogs, graphics, and newsletters)
Virtual Assistant & Designer - Grand Noir Salon, Baloedesigns (Client communication, social media, banners, and backdrops)
Freelance Graphic Designer - Thinktank Creative, Agile Coach Whisperer, Silber Studios (Corporate identity, LinkedIn ads, wedding photo editing)
Textile Designer - Heidi Carey, Design Team Fabrics, Hadley Pollet, Auth'Afrique (Traditional & digital pattern design, recoloring, pattern setup)
Sales - Golden Goose Artistry (South African brand & art sales)
Entrepreneur - Founder of Happy-go-ella Kids (Surface pattern design brand)
Notable Achievements:
Awarded Best Art Student during matriculation
Illustration work showcased at Open Window (2017, 2018)
Packaging designs featured for Tikvah & Paul's Homemade Ice Cream in local stores.
Generated over R500,000 in sales for Society6 with a single pattern
Contributed in Baloedesigns becoming 5 star Etsy business
On Upwork I have 100% Job Success.
I am eager to contribute my creativity, expertise, and dedication to your organization's success.
Best regards,
Elsabe Carina Blake