Verésse van Niekerk

I am drawn to creative environments where strong ideas, storytelling, and clear communication are at the centre of the work. I enjoy turning concepts into content that connects with people and contributing to teams that value creativity, curiosity, and growth.

I am a Graphic and Motion Designer with a completed degree in Communication Design and currently completing my Motion Design degree online. My studies are fully flexible and do not affect my availability for full-time work. I have a strong foundation in branding, layout, digital design, and visual storytelling, and I enjoy working across social media, digital platforms, and marketing materials. I thrive in fast-paced environments, work well independently and collaboratively, and take pride in staying organised, meeting deadlines, and producing high-quality work.

One skill I recently taught myself is improving my design techniques and workflow. I wanted to become more confident creating polished design content, so I set personal projects for myself, followed structured online tutorials, and practised consistently by recreating designs and experimenting with my own ideas. Through this process, I strengthened my ability to problem-solve independently, refine my workflow, and continuously improve through practice and feedback.

Creativity is at the core of how I approach my work. I enjoy researching trends, generating ideas, and translating concepts into visuals and content that influence how people think and feel about a brand. I am eager to continue learning, growing, and contributing my creativity, enthusiasm, and strong work ethic to your team.

2024 – 2025 | Hoërskool Centurion

Intern: Marketing / Graphic Design

• Designed graphics for various school needs.
• Created social media posts, animations, and videos.
• Assisted in school branding projects.
• Designed and prepared materials for print.
• Photographed school events and activities.
• Sports photography, including action shots during games and tournaments.

2016 – 2020

Afrikaans Hoër Meisieskool Pretoria

National Senior Certificate

2021 – Current

Open Window Institute:

Design Techniques Certificate (2021)

Degree in Communication (2024)

Motion Design (Current)