I design compelling brands; visual and verbal messages that move, customers, employees, stakeholders, people, the world. Communication is the foundation of progress, in any circumstance. It is the defining contrast in life. I seek to grow in my ability to communicate, challenging myself through visual design.
Designing visual language that drives brand engagement.
Creating effective online presence, through websites and online advertising.
Crafting compelling stories that move people toward your brand.
For more than five years I’ve been designing compelling brands; visual and verbal messages that move, customers, employees, stakeholders, people, the world. Communication is the foundation of progress, in any circumstance. It is the defining contrast in life. I seek to grow in my ability to communicate, challenging myself through visual design.
Designing visual language that drives brand engagement.
Creating effective online presence, through websites and online advertising.
Crafting compelling stories that move people toward your brand.
Software Skills
I’ve been creating vectored artwork in illustrator for about 8 years now. Great for logos, 2D characters, finalizing press ads for print and more.
I’ve used Photoshop for more than 8 years. I use it to make images perfect; color correction, sharpening, editing out unwanted elements etc.
I love editing publications, both the copy writing and typography aspects of it intrigue me, much like solving a puzzle. I’ve been using Indesign for about 8 years.
I’ve been, developing websites and managing website content for more than 5 years. I’ve used WordPress as well as other platforms including Sharepoint, Sitefinity and ModX.
Other Software Skills
Intermediate level
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe Premiere
Adobe After Effects
cPanel
Creating Visual Language
I love crafting design with purpose. Visual languages should convey clearly, the idea, intent and purpose behind design decisions.
I achieve this by firstly honoring design structures inherent in nature and history; balance, ratios, asymmetries that are innately compelling to viewers. I seek to be firmly grounded in the familiar. On this foundation of the familiar, I proceed to innovate, experiment, add the quirks and eccentricities that reflect uniqueness and invite viewers to be curious, less comfortable, less static. When designing brands I seek to convey an invitation; to explore, to discover, to do and be more.
My passion extends beyond visual language; I love words, communicating orally, writing, presenting my work and ideas and exploring the work and ideas of colleagues.
Website Development
SmartprimeFX
Professional Laser Clinic
DentalPoint Clinic
Photography
Videography and Editing
Testimonials
I worked with Dean Nicholas on client projects between 2012 and 2013. Dean is highly skilled and creative in Web Development and Graphic Design. He is very responsive to client needs in a fast changing and dynamic business environment. He is also keen to broaden his horizons, a factor which is reflected in his continuous quest for growth and development in his chosen profession.
I have Worked with Dean on many Local and Regional projects. He always delivers great artistry within the tight deadlines that customers demand. Always going the extra mile with impeccable work ethic.
Dean has demonstrated the patience and attention to detail that will realize the visual branding objectives of any client. His consistently professional demeanor rendered our working experience a genuine pleasure.
