Graphic Designer & Layout | Print & Publishing

Detail-oriented and deadline-driven Graphic Designer with 18 years of experience in publishing.
Expert in typesetting, cover design, and layout for books, magazines, and journals.
Passionate about typography and transforming manuscripts into visually compelling, print-ready, and digital publications.

View my digital portfolio: https://marielouisetopping34.myportfolio.com/

References and client testimonials available upon request.

Skills

Layout & Typesetting: Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign, mastering grid systems, master pages, and multi-page document architecture.

Visual Design: Strong expertise in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for image manipulation, custom illustration, and vector graphics.

Publishing Standards: Deep understanding of prepress processes, CMYK/RGB colour profiles, bleed/margin settings, and printer specifications.

Digital Outputs: Experienced in designing interactive PDFs, EPUBs, and digital flipbooks.

Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple titles, collaborate with editors and authors, and adhere to strict editorial calendars.

Illustration: Hand-painted and Procreate

Experience

Random House (formerly Struik): Senior Designer: 2007 - 2010
Child Magazine: Designer: 2014 - 2015
Inscape College lecturer of design and repro: 2017 - 2018
Getaway Magazine: Art Director: 2018 - 2020
Freelance Designer and Art Director: 2020 - present

Details

Province:Western Cape
Education level:Honours
Have own transport:Yes
City:Cape Town
Type: Contract Temporary
Job level:Senior


Posted on 26 Jun 11:26, Closing date 24 Sep