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Digital Designer

Zakiyya

Zakiyya

Zakiyya

Zakiyya

Karim

Karim

Karim

Karim

BASED IN Cape town

Digital Designer

+ motion designer

work i'm

work i'm

proud of

proud of



Hi, I’m Zakiyya —your go-to creative problem-solver and visual storyteller. Whether I’m designing jaw-dropping motion graphics, crafting bold 3D visuals, or capturing the perfect moment behind the lens, I’m here to turn ideas into impactful, scroll-stopping creations. Think of me as your partner in creativity—blending design, strategy, and just the right amount of nerdy flair to make your brand shine. Let’s brew something brilliant together (preferably over a good cup of tea).

a little more

a little more

about me

about me

Award-winning? Yep. Obsessed with creating? Always

Award-winning? Yep. Obsessed with creating? Always

Award-winning? Yep. Obsessed with creating? Always

Over the past five years, I’ve been lucky enough to team up with some iconic names—Volkswagen, Audi, PnP Clothing & Home, Standard Bank, Lelive Africa, SABC, and PEP (just to drop a few). From crafting designs that turn heads to building motion graphics that tell stories, I bring big-brand energy with a sprinkle of my own creative magic. Let’s just say, I know how to make things look good and work hard.

Over the past five years, I’ve been lucky enough to team up with some iconic names—Volkswagen, Audi, PnP Clothing & Home, Standard Bank, Lelive Africa, SABC, and PEP (just to drop a few). From crafting designs that turn heads to building motion graphics that tell stories, I bring big-brand energy with a sprinkle of my own creative magic. Let’s just say, I know how to make things look good and work hard.

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what i bring

what i bring

to the Table

to the Table

(1)

graphic design

From bold visuals to brand-defining graphics, I create designs that don’t just look good—they speak volumes. Let’s turn your message into something impossible to ignore.

Craft intuitive navigation that makes features accessible. Choose layouts and graphics that fit your personality.

(2)

Web design

I design websites that are as smart as they are stunning. Think seamless user experiences, responsive layouts, and aesthetics that make people want to stay (and scroll).

(3)

social content

Social media is noisy—your content doesn’t have to be. I craft thumb-stopping posts and share-worthy visuals that make your brand the life of the (digital) party.

The process involves building virtual 3D models and materials, setting lighting, and then rendering the images.

(1)

graphic design

From bold visuals to brand-defining graphics, I create designs that don’t just look good—they speak volumes. Let’s turn your message into something impossible to ignore.

(2)

Web design

I design websites that are as smart as they are stunning. Think seamless user experiences, responsive layouts, and aesthetics that make people want to stay (and scroll).

(3)

social content

Social media is noisy—your content doesn’t have to be. I craft thumb-stopping posts and share-worthy visuals that make your brand the life of the (digital) party.

(1)

graphic design

From bold visuals to brand-defining graphics, I create designs that don’t just look good—they speak volumes. Let’s turn your message into something impossible to ignore.

(2)

Web design

I design websites that are as smart as they are stunning. Think seamless user experiences, responsive layouts, and aesthetics that make people want to stay (and scroll).

(3)

social content

Social media is noisy—your content doesn’t have to be. I craft thumb-stopping posts and share-worthy visuals that make your brand the life of the (digital) party.

(4)

packaging

PRO

First impressions matter, and your packaging is no exception. I design attention-grabbing, innovative packaging that makes your product irresistible on any shelf.

(5)

motion graphics

From sleek transitions to storytelling animations, I create motion graphics that grab attention, explain ideas, and leave a lasting impression—all in a matter of seconds.

(6)

3d design

Why settle for flat when you can think in 3D? I bring concepts to life with fresh, modern models that add depth, detail, and a whole lot of wow-factor.

(4)

packaging

PRO

First impressions matter, and your packaging is no exception. I design attention-grabbing, innovative packaging that makes your product irresistible on any shelf.

(5)

motion graphics

From sleek transitions to storytelling animations, I create motion graphics that grab attention, explain ideas, and leave a lasting impression—all in a matter of seconds.

(6)

3d design

Why settle for flat when you can think in 3D? I bring concepts to life with fresh, modern models that add depth, detail, and a whole lot of wow-factor.

(4)

packaging

PRO

With the click of a shutter, an image is imprinted that tells a story or makes a wonderful statement.

(5)

motion graphics

From sleek transitions to storytelling animations, I create motion graphics that grab attention, explain ideas, and leave a lasting impression—all in a matter of seconds.

(6)

3d design

Why settle for flat when you can think in 3D? I bring concepts to life with fresh, modern models that add depth, detail, and a whole lot of wow-factor.

Motivation

Motivation

Motivation

Been There, Designed That

Five years, countless projects, and a whole lot of pixels later, I’ve honed my craft working with global heavyweights across industries. From animation to brand storytelling, I’ve been there, done that, and added my creative flair along the way.


Creative Wizardry + Tech Savvy

Design isn’t just what I do—it’s how I think. Whether it’s mastering Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Da Vinci, InDesign, or Figma, I’ve got the tools (and skills) to bring ideas to life. Oh, and I’m diving headfirst into 3D animation—because why stop at flat when you can think in all dimensions?


Juggling Deadlines Like a Pro

Big agency, boutique studio, freelancing—it’s safe to say I’ve seen it all. I know how to juggle deadlines, dodge curveballs, and deliver top-tier work in fast-paced environments. Let’s just say, I don’t just manage projects—I make them shine.


Obsessed with the Details

Some call it obsessive; I call it passion. Whether it’s nailing a seamless transition or pixel-perfect alignment, I don’t stop until it’s right. The little details? They’re the big deal.


Collaboration Is My Superpower

Freelancing and remote work have taught me one golden rule: great things happen when people work together. I thrive on clear communication, tight teamwork, and making the creative process feel effortless (and maybe even fun).

Been There, Designed That

Five years, countless projects, and a whole lot of pixels later, I’ve honed my craft working with global heavyweights across industries. From animation to brand storytelling, I’ve been there, done that, and added my creative flair along the way.


Creative Wizardry + Tech Savvy

Design isn’t just what I do—it’s how I think. Whether it’s mastering Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Da Vinci, InDesign, or Figma, I’ve got the tools (and skills) to bring ideas to life. Oh, and I’m diving headfirst into 3D animation—because why stop at flat when you can think in all dimensions?


Juggling Deadlines Like a Pro

Big agency, boutique studio, freelancing—it’s safe to say I’ve seen it all. I know how to juggle deadlines, dodge curveballs, and deliver top-tier work in fast-paced environments. Let’s just say, I don’t just manage projects—I make them shine.


Obsessed with the Details

Some call it obsessive; I call it passion. Whether it’s nailing a seamless transition or pixel-perfect alignment, I don’t stop until it’s right. The little details? They’re the big deal.


Collaboration Is My Superpower

Freelancing and remote work have taught me one golden rule: great things happen when people work together. I thrive on clear communication, tight teamwork, and making the creative process feel effortless (and maybe even fun).

EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

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design bridge & partners

freelance graphic designer

2024

Designed in-store collateral and shopfronts for Standard Bank South Africa. Worked on brand guidelines to bring brands to life.

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freelance graphic designer

2024

Designed in-store collateral and shopfronts for Standard Bank South Africa. Worked on brand guidelines to bring brands to life.

2stories

motion designer/ animator

2022 - 2024

Created engaging and visually stunning animations for various social media platforms. Developed motion graphics that effectively communicated clients' messages and enhanced their social media presence.

2stories

motion designer/ animator

2022 - 2024

Created engaging and visually stunning animations for various social media platforms. Developed motion graphics that effectively communicated clients' messages and enhanced their social media presence.

ogilvy

junior art director

2020 - 2022

Developed and executed creative concepts forhigh-profile brands, ensuring alignment with clientobjectives and brand guidelines.Created innovative and visually compelling designsfor print, digital, and social media platforms.

ogilvy

junior art director

2020 - 2022

Developed and executed creative concepts forhigh-profile brands, ensuring alignment with clientobjectives and brand guidelines.Created innovative and visually compelling designsfor print, digital, and social media platforms.

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adobe suite

design tool

Web design

Web design



A comprehensive collection of creative software used for graphic design, photo editing, video production, web design, and more, including popular tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro.

Figma

Design Tool



Figma is a collaborative web application for design with additional offline features for macOS and Windows.

blender

3d tool

3D Design

development



An open-source 3D creation suite used for modeling, sculpting, animating, rendering, and visual effects in professional and creative projects.

da vinci

editing software



A professional-grade video editing and colour grading software used for post-production workflows in film and video projects.

clo3d

3d fashion

Console



A powerful 3D garment simulation software used for designing, visualizing, and prototyping fashion in a virtual environment.

AWARDS

AWARDS

AWARDS

clio award

silver clio award

2019

Zakiyya, alongside Samantha Rall, received a Silver Clio Award for their outstanding campaign "#Girlfluence," as celebrated by the Red & Yellow School.

clio award

silver clio award

2019

Zakiyya, alongside Samantha Rall, received a Silver Clio Award for their outstanding campaign "#Girlfluence," as celebrated by the Red & Yellow School.

loeries finalist

volkswagen night school

2024

As an Art Director at Ogilvy Cape Town, Zakiyya contributed to the "Volkswagen Night School" campaign, which was recognized as a finalist at the Loeries Awards.

loeries finalist

volkswagen night school

2024

As an Art Director at Ogilvy Cape Town, Zakiyya contributed to the "Volkswagen Night School" campaign, which was recognized as a finalist at the Loeries Awards.

ad focus student of the year

finalist

2019

Zakiyya was a finalist for the AdFocus Student of the Year Award, highlighting her promising talent during her academic pursuits.

ad focus student of the year

finalist

2019

Zakiyya was a finalist for the AdFocus Student of the Year Award, highlighting her promising talent during her academic pursuits.

your partner

your partner

your partner

in creativity

in creativity

in creativity

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