👤 Meet the Designer
Name: Liam Milton
Job Title: Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist
Company: PixieCraft Creative Studio
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Years of Experience: 5
“Design is storytelling. Every logo, every layout has a purpose—it’s visual communication at its best.” – Liam Milton
🧾 What Does a Graphic Designer Do?
Liam spends his days transforming concepts into visuals—from branding a new food truck startup to redesigning an NGO’s website. His role blends creativity with communication, turning briefs into beautiful, effective design assets.
“Clients give you a puzzle. You solve it visually.”
⏰ A Typical Day in Liam’s Studio
| Time | Task |
|---|---|
| 08:30 AM | Coffee + check emails and briefs |
| 09:00 AM | Team brainstorm: campaign for new client |
| 10:30 AM | Drafting logo concepts in Illustrator |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch break & scrolling inspiration sites |
| 2:00 PM | Feedback session with a client |
| 3:30 PM | Finalizing designs + prepping mockups |
| 5:00 PM | Wrap-up & project planning for tomorrow |
🧰 Liam’s Design Toolbox
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Software: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects
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Online Tools: Figma, Canva, Coolors.co, Unsplash
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Hardware: MacBook Pro, Wacom Tablet
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Workflow Tools: Trello, Slack, Google Drive
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💬 Interview Highlights
Q: What inspired you to pursue graphic design?
Liam: “Honestly? CD covers. Back in high school, I used to redesign album covers just for fun. Eventually, I realized I could make a career out of creating visuals that speak.”
Q: Most rewarding project so far?
Liam: “Creating a visual identity for a local township bakery. Their sales tripled after rebranding.”
Q: What advice would you give to new designers?
Liam:
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“Build a solid portfolio—even if it’s passion projects.”
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“Learn to accept feedback—it makes you better.”
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“Stay curious. Design trends evolve fast.”
📈 Career Path Snapshot (South Africa)
| Role | Experience | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Designer | 0–2 years | R12,000 – R18,000 p/m |
| Mid-Level Designer | 2–5 years | R20,000 – R30,000 p/m |
| Senior Designer | 5+ years | R35,000 – R60,000+ p/m |
💼 Based on Payscale and local industry surveys
📚 Want to Get Started in Graphic Design?
