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Complex systems. Clear visuals. For this publicat Complex systems. Clear visuals. For this publication with Roothold Sustainability Communications and WWF-SWIO, we designed a series of infographics to help communicate funding models and sustainable blue economy value chains. It’s the kind of project we love – finding simple ways to explain complex ideas. Swipe through to explore a few of the spreads. #InfographicDesign #InformationDesign #PublicationDesign #VisualCommunication #DesignForGood GraphicDesign CrispMediaZa
Complex research. Clear communication. We recentl Complex research. Clear communication. We recently designed this infographic for ICLEI Africa, transforming detailed information into a visual that’s engaging, informative and easy to understand. Every infographic is a different puzzle, and finding the simplest way to communicate the message is always the fun part. This is one of our favourite kinds of projects. 🌿 #InfographicDesign #InformationDesign #VisualCommunication #DesignForGood #DataVisualisation GraphicDesign CrispMediaZa CreativeStudio
Motivation, clarity, and care – designed with purp Motivation, clarity, and care – designed with purpose. 💛 We designed this poster series for Christel House South Africa’s Simunye Programme, supporting learners through positive, affirming visual messages. Good design doesn’t always need to be loud; sometimes it just needs to be there, every day, doing its job quietly and well. #DesignForGood #EducationDesign #PositiveDesign #NGOWork #CrispMediaza
We worked with Wonder, an independent creative age We worked with Wonder, an independent creative agency, to design a year-end book for Aware.org. This publication served as a reflection of Aware.org’s impactful work throughout the year, highlighting key achievements and acknowledging the invaluable contributions of their partners in combating alcohol harm. The book showcased Aware.org’s progress across its core focus areas – Underage Drinking, Road Safety, and Sober Pregnancies – with a particular emphasis on strides made in addressing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in collaboration with the liquor industry. #crispmediaza #freelancedesign #remotedesign #publishing #southafricandesigner
Crisp Media partnered with NexVentur, a specialist Crisp Media partnered with NexVentur, a specialist in relocation and recruitment, to design two vibrant and engaging booklets: The Complete Guide to Moving to Ireland and The Complete Guide to Moving to Australia. These comprehensive guides provide essential information, expert tips, and insider advice for individuals relocating to either country. Our design approach focused on creating visually appealing, easy-to-navigate layouts that enhance readability while reflecting NexVentur’s professional yet approachable brand. Available as digital downloads on NexVentur’s website, these guides serve as invaluable resources for anyone planning their move with confidence. #bookletdesign #publishing #freelancedesigner #southafricandesigner #remotedesign
We partnered with Book Dash to create a visually c We partnered with Book Dash to create a visually compelling infographic poster that showcases the impact of the Yizani Sifunde project. This initiative aims to improve early childhood education by increasing access to storybooks and fostering a culture of reading in South Africa. Our design presents key findings from an external evaluation of the project, highlighting the benefits of book ownership on children’s literacy, executive functioning, and fine motor skills. Through a vibrant, easy-to-read layout, we illustrated how the project transformed book-poor environments into book-rich spaces, helping young children gain up to 13.3 months of additional learning. The infographic combines data visualisation, storytelling, and engaging illustrations to communicate the success of the program in an accessible and impactful way. #crispmediaza #infographic #infographicdesign #southafricandesigner #remotedesigner #freelancedesigner
Crisp Media designed the Simunye Manual, Small Ste Crisp Media designed the Simunye Manual, Small Steps, Big Impact, a comprehensive guide created to help educational institutions develop their own social capital projects. This resource explores the complexities of wealth inequality in South Africa while highlighting the successes and lessons learned from Simunye. The Simunye programme was launched nearly four years ago following a joint workshop with Christel House, a group of highly motivated headmasters in Cape Town, and the Julius Baer Foundation. Since then, it has empowered schools and communities to drive meaningful change through collaboration and social impact initiatives. Through thoughtful design and structured content, we created a visually engaging and accessible manual that documents Simunye’s journey while providing actionable guidance for educators looking to make a difference. #bookdesigner #freelancedesigner #publishing #layoutdesign #southafricandesigner #remotedesign
V-TECH Crisp Media designed a commemorative book V-TECH Crisp Media designed a commemorative book for V-Tech, marking their 20th anniversary as South Africa’s leading veterinary compounding specialist. This celebratory publication highlights V-Tech’s unwavering commitment to animal health, showcasing their innovative approach to custom veterinary solutions for companion animals, livestock, and wildlife. #bookdesign #freelancedesigner #crispmediaza #publishing #layoutdesign #southafricandesigner #corporatedesign #remotedesign
CAMISSA COFFEE Ah, coffee! The perfect morning p CAMISSA COFFEE Ah, coffee! The perfect morning pick-me-up. We've always loved Camissa Coffee, our favourite coffee spot in Pinelands. And now, we're thrilled to say that we've put our creative touch on their coffee cups! 🎨☕️ If you're in Cape Town, drop by and see our design firsthand as you enjoy a delicious brew. #coffeeshop #coffeecupdesign #camissacoffee #camissakitchen #crispmediaza #graphicdesign #freelancedesigner #southafricangraphicdesigner #remoteteam #remotedesign
SAPRO SWAG BOX 2023 Imagine starting a new job and SAPRO SWAG BOX 2023 Imagine starting a new job and being welcomed with a box of company-branded merchandise designed to boost your enthusiasm for your new career path. Crisp Media created this engaging package for SAPRO, and SAPRO filled it with various welcoming items for their new team members. #crispmediaza #swagbox #welcomekit #remoteworking #freelancedesigner #southafricandesigner
Christel House South Africa Christel House South A Christel House South Africa Christel House South Africa is a non-profit school with a single mission: to break the cycle of poverty. It offers no-fee scholarships to students from some of Cape Town’s poorest neighbourhoods and support them for 18 years (Grade R to Grade 12 and five years post matric) through character-based and career-focused education. Christel House chose to present their annual report in the form of a children's book, with concise copy snippets. The annual report was designed by Crisp Media. #crispmediaza #annualreportdesign #freelancedesigner #southafricadesigner #remoteworking #publishing
YOUR REMOTE DESIGN TEAM Meet your remote design te YOUR REMOTE DESIGN TEAM Meet your remote design team, Christelle and Pieter, a creative duo freelancing under the collective name Crisp Media. Our clients span the globe, from the United States and Germany to Ireland, Australia, India, Rwanda, Nigeria, and, of course, South Africa. With nearly three decades of combined experience, we offer cost-effective branding, design, and storytelling services to businesses of all sizes. Regardless of your location, Crisp Media is here to help. #crispmediaza #remotework #remotedesigner #freelancedesigner #southafricandesigner
Pepperelish Crisp Media enjoys working on food-rel Pepperelish Crisp Media enjoys working on food-related projects, and one such project was developing the name and branding for Pepperelish. Pepperelish has mastered the balance between sweet and spicy, resulting in a chutney that is both tangy and mild. It was created on a family farm in Vredendal, where it was harvested, prepared, and bottled. #crispmediaza #brandidentity #logodesign #freelancedesigner #remoteworking #southafricandesigner
AfriFOODlinks Crisp Media had the opportunity to AfriFOODlinks Crisp Media had the opportunity to create the logo and branding for AfriFOODlinks, a project funded by the EU that began in December 2022. The project's main goal is to improve food and nutrition security, promote positive climate and environmental effects, and develop social and ecological resilience in over 65 cities across Africa and Europe. ICLEI Africa is leading the project involving 26 partners from both continents. The AfriFOODlinks logo focuses on the project's central themes of linkages and connection. The logo can take on various forms and ideas related to connection, governance, planning, and flow. The patterned elements of the logo reflect African culture, cloth, and unique expressions seen across the different African countries. The lines represent multiple pathways, urban planning, or a whole-systems view from above. The logo includes zig-zags, triangles, circles, stripes, and other simplified forms of urban everyday life, such as pathways, gatherings, seeds, communities, movement, fruit, fishing nets, gardens, structures, and dwellings. #crispmediaza #afrifoodlinks #freelancedesigners #freelanceteam #remoteworking #logodesigns #corporateidentity
MOBILE-FRIENDLY PRICE LIST It is essential to pri MOBILE-FRIENDLY PRICE LIST It is essential to prioritise mobile-friendly designs, including PDF documents, to guarantee the best accessibility and user experience on different devices. This is especially significant due to the increasing demand for mobile consumption and the audience's mobile-centric preferences. Mobile friendliness is often disregarded, even in the simplest of things, such as a price list. To address this, Crisp Media created a pricelist for Pure Karoo that is user-friendly and has clickable links to their website. #mobilefirstdesign #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #remotedesigner #digitaldesigner #pdfdesign #southafricangraphicdesigner
SAPRO AT SAICA Crisp Media and SAPRO have collabor SAPRO AT SAICA Crisp Media and SAPRO have collaborated to produce event and campaign branding in the form of pull-up banners and wall banners. The designs aim to create a strong presence for SAPRO at the 2023 SAICA Difference Makers Awards event. The event celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to impact their communities, economies, and society positively. SAICA members and associates who demonstrate high standards of ethics and accountability are recognised for their valuable contributions. #crispmediaza #corporatedesign #bannerdesign #freelancesouthafrica #remoteworking
THE SAPRO SCOOP Experience the benefits of effecti THE SAPRO SCOOP Experience the benefits of effective communication! We are proud to introduce The SAPRO Scoop, an engaging digital PDF newsletter created by Crisp Media exclusively for SAPRO staff members. SAPRO is a consulting firm that provides specialised assurance, tax, and advisory services tailored to businesses' unique needs. This monthly digest keeps staff updated on the latest company news, team highlights, and upcoming events in an informative and exciting format. With just a click of a button, staff can explore additional content, watch videos, access documents, and uncover hidden gems. Our innovative approach to design incorporates fun and vibrant illustrations that capture the staff's attention and cut through the noise. #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #internalcomms #digitaldesign #contentdesigner #remoteworking
COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE TOOLKITS Crisp Media is prou COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE TOOLKITS Crisp Media is proud to have designed six cutting-edge Community Arts Centre Toolkits! These digital resources, filled with case studies, tools, and links to additional information, are part of the Western Cape Community Arts Centre Strategy 2021-2025. Additionally, the University of Stellenbosch Business School will use these toolkits as supplementary course materials for their leadership course for community arts centre managers on behalf of STAND. #crispmediaza #digitaltoolkit #freelancedesign #southafricanfreelancer #remoteworker #layoutdesign
ICLEI AFRICA We produced infographic posters for t ICLEI AFRICA We produced infographic posters for the ICLEI Africa team containing a socioeconomic snapshot of Cape Coast and Bo City. Infographic-style posters visually communicate complex information in a concise and engaging manner, making it easier for viewers to understand and retain the key messages. #crispmediaza #infographic #infographicdesign #southafricandesigner #remotedesigner #freelancedesigner
ICLEI AFRICA With a strong foundation in publishin ICLEI AFRICA With a strong foundation in publishing and print, Crisp Media enjoys crafting anything from reports, guidelines, and toolkits to training material. We can also convert these into interactive PDFs that area easily distributed online. #crispmediaza #reportdesign #publishingdesign #remotedesiger #southafricandesigner #graphicdesign #freelancedesigner
KURA – MORE THAN A CHILLI COMPANY A throwback to o KURA – MORE THAN A CHILLI COMPANY A throwback to one of our favourite logo designs of last year. KURA is a global chilli exporter, connecting Rwandan smallholder chilli farmers to distributors around the world, from the UK, Europe and other African countries, to the USA, Middle East and Asia. #crispmediaza #logodesign #brandidentitydesign #branding #remotedesigner #freelancedesigner #southafricandesigner
SAPRO SAPRO is a full-service consulting firm that SAPRO SAPRO is a full-service consulting firm that provides specialised assurance, tax and advisory professionals custom trained to businesses when needed. Crisp Media redesigned their entire brand identity in 2021 and is also working on numerous other projects, such as ongoing client and staff communication in the form of brochures, booklets, digital documents, social media content, and more. Accounting doesn't have to look corporate and bland; it can be fun and engaging! #accountingdesign #rebranding #digitalbrochure #crispmediaza #brandrefresh
YIZANI SIFUNDE FLYER A much-needed catch-up is in YIZANI SIFUNDE FLYER A much-needed catch-up is in order on Crisp Media’s social media pages. So what have you missed? Lots! We’ve been busy! We’re kicking this series of posts off with an A4 flyer design for Yizani Sifunde. Yizani Sifunde (isiXhosa for ‘Come, let’s read) – is a literacy project from partners Nal’ibali, Book Dash and Wordworks (and funded by Community Liberty Trust). Book Dash approached Crisp Media to design a flyer aimed at parents and ECD teachers in rural Eastern Cape, informing the community of the project, the benefits of reading and how they can enjoy reading children’s books with a child. #crispmediaza #brochuredesign #flyerdesign #graphicdesign #freelancedesign #remotedesigner
UNITRANS AFRICA COMPANY BROCHURE We love designing UNITRANS AFRICA COMPANY BROCHURE We love designing for print and had a good time creating the Unitrans Africa company brochure. We worked with Wonder (@wearewonderza) to develop a booklet that promotes the company purpose, services and their innovative approach to supply chain solutions. #wearewonderza #crispmediaza #companybrochure #companyprofiledesign #graphicdesign #freelancedesigner #teamwork #capetowndesign
Ganic is a soft commodity trading house specialisi Ganic is a soft commodity trading house specialising in farm improvements, post-harvest handling, aggregation and processing. They focus on providing solutions that empower smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa to expand mechanised farming and ensure food security. Their head office is located in London, and they also have offices in Dubai, Nigeria and Ghana. Crisp Media designed a sleek company brochure for an upcoming agri-expo which the team can hand out to interested prospects. #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #brochuredesign #capetowndesigner #printdesign #printmarketing #southafricandesigner
Last year, Crisp Media crafted a logo, branding an Last year, Crisp Media crafted a logo, branding and website for Cinagro, a new company based in Dubai. Cinagro is a global agribusiness partner with vast experience in soft commodities. They are one of the leading suppliers of sub-Saharan African food ingredients, spices, and grains to international clients ranging from family-owned businesses to major multinationals . #brandingdesign #graphicdesign #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #capetowndesigner #logodesign #freelancedesignersouthafrica
SAPRO welcomed new team members to their family wi SAPRO welcomed new team members to their family with custom stationery items and branded swag. The recruits unboxed their superpowers with a superhero-themed branded box designed by the Crisp Media team. Artwork sourced from Shutterstock. #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #freelancesouthafrica #graphicdesign #southafricadesign #boxdesign
Fetish is a stylish boutique selling décor, fashio Fetish is a stylish boutique selling décor, fashion and gifts; trading at three locations around Cape Town, namely Flamingo Square in Table View, Majik Forest Centre in Bellville and Edgemead Village Centre in Edgemead. Crisp Media assisted Fetish Boutique with a refreshed logo to complement their new store layout and direction and in-store stationery items that give their clients a personalised shopping experience. Crisp Media designed in-store discount vouchers and gift voucher cards, as well as cute stamps and stickers that can be added to the packaging for that extra touch. #boutiquebranding #giftshop #graphicdesign #branding #crispmediaza #freelance designer #freelancedesignersouthafrica #logodesigns #brandidentity
In 2020 the Crisp Media team was tasked with produ In 2020 the Crisp Media team was tasked with producing and designing the annual magazine, The Herschellian. The final product was delivered as a printed magazine and a digital magazine hosted on the platform ISSUU. #graphicdesign #magazinedesign # #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #freelancedesignercapetown #freelancedesignersouthafrica #capetowndesigners #layoutartist #magazinelayouts #annualmagazine
KURA is a social enterprise and global exporter of KURA is a social enterprise and global exporter of high-quality chillies grown by smallholder women farmers in Rwanda. Crisp Media designed the logo, website and stationery items for the company. View the project here: https://crispmedia.co.za/kura-the-chilli-company/ #graphicdesign #branding # #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #freelancedesignercapetown #freelancedesignersouthafrica #capetowndesigners #branddesign #brandidentity #brandlogo
Halcyon group offers commercial cleaning services Halcyon group offers commercial cleaning services to businesses across Ireland and the UK. Crisp Media was tasked to design their website and create digital brochures that potential customers could download containing more information about each service. We designed the main company brochure too that was used digitally and also printed. #graphicdesign #brochuredesign #crispmediaza #freelancedesigner #freelancedesignercapetown #freelancedesignersouthafrica
PURE KAROO Pure Karoo believes in holistic and eth PURE KAROO Pure Karoo believes in holistic and ethical farming. Therefore, they only source chicken and beef products from small-scale farmers that live and breathe this ethos. The Crisp Media team is also passionate about this approach and was thrilled to create Pure Karoo’s brand identity, website, digital price list and other design collateral. If you are in Cape Town and surround, visit their website to place an order: www.purekarooproducts.co.za. Photography: @farmfocus_photo_film #crispmediaza #capetowndesigners #graphicdesign #branding #logodesign #freelancedesigner #freelancedesignercapetown
Expand your company's visibility with a well-desig Expand your company's visibility with a well-designed brochure – it's the perfect marketing tool and a great way to introduce your business. Crisp Media designed a company brochure for Parkes Architects, which they can use to leave with their clients after meetings. It further explains their firm's service offerings and ways of working in great detail. #crispmediaza #capetowndesigners #graphicdesign #brochuredesign #freelancedesigner #freelancedesignercapetown
LOGOFOLIO 2020 We’ve been a little quiet on social LOGOFOLIO 2020 We’ve been a little quiet on social media because we’ve been working hard on building brands, whether it’s giving existing businesses a fresh facelift or crafting new logos and looks for startups. Here is a glimpse at a few logos we created in 2020. #logodesign #smallbusinessdesign #capetowndesign #logodesigns #freelancedesign #crispmediaza #creativedesign #branding #branddesign #greatlogo #brandidentity #brandlogo
WORKSMITH LEGAL – BRANDING Worksmith Legal is a le WORKSMITH LEGAL – BRANDING Worksmith Legal is a legal consulting practice focusing mainly on finance transactions and general corporate / commercial contracts; offering big firm expertise at small firm rates. Crisp Media designed the logo and branding for the ower of Worksmith Legal, Nadia Smith.
Our client, ICLEI Africa, needed assistance with t Our client, ICLEI Africa, needed assistance with the design and layout of a training manual. The manuals support municipal officials in East Africa with planning for climate change and it was used as part of ICLEI Africa’s course. A well-designed training manual is a valuable source of information and it needs to be easy to read and attractive. #crispmediaza #graphicdesign #trainingmanual #freelancedesigner #capetowncreatives
If you haven’t seen the fun and quirky illustratio If you haven’t seen the fun and quirky illustrations by the talented children’s book illustrator and author, Megan Andrews, then you’re in for a treat. Crisp Media created a showstopper portfolio website for Megan that showcases her unique drawing style. We had some fun with her illustrations by adding movement and playful hover-over animations that will draw attention and impress clients. Connect with Megy or view her website: @megy_illustrates Check out our work: crispmedia.co.za/our-work Web design and developement: @pietergrobler #crispmediaza #branding #webdesign #wordpress #websitedesign #digitaldesign #megydesigns #megyillustrates #illustration #illustrator
Great design is one of the key ingredients to a su Great design is one of the key ingredients to a successful business. Stand out from your competition and get the attention you deserve through impactful design. #design #designquote #designmatters #quote #crispmediaza #branding #digitaldesign #printdesign
5... 4... 3... 2... 1...⁠ AND WE’RE LIVE!⁠ Check u 5... 4... 3... 2... 1...⁠ AND WE’RE LIVE!⁠ Check us out > https://crispmedia.co.za/⁠ ⁠ The creative pair (Christelle + Pieter) are now freelancing under the collective name Crisp Media! We combine our expertise to offer clients a range of creative services, producing top-quality work at affordable rates. Check out our website and like our page for the latest news from us!⁠ ⁠ #crispmediaza #freelancedesign #design #digitaldesign #printdesign #branding #contentmarketing #content #webdesign #ecommerce⁠
HALCYON – BRANDING & WEB DESIGN Perched on a wild HALCYON – BRANDING & WEB DESIGN Perched on a wild headland outside the coastal town of Still Bay on the famed Garden Route, Halcyon is located three-and-a-half hours from Cape Town and 90 minutes from George. Halcyon approached us to create a unique logo, produce an informative website, assist with photography and finally to create a few stationery elements for them. Have a look at the final result. Logo and web design: @pietergrobler Photography and stationery elements: @pietergrobler
The Crisp crew had a great time in Stilbaai shooti The Crisp crew had a great time in Stilbaai shooting accommodation this past weekend. Watch this space to see what we’re creating for our client. #stilbaai
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