I'M
SHERRYL
NUTTER.
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
FASHION DESIGNER
TEXTILE DESIGN AND ARTIST
SALES
As a progressive professional with 10 years in the fashion/textile industry, I took a sabbatical from the industry in 2014 to allow myself the time to be with my small children and focus on their fundamental upbringing whilst I continued to advance my skills outside of fashion Industry contracting and freelancing for various marketing projects.
Energetic and proactive professional with a strong background in design and sales. Skilled in preparing client proposals, managing office administration, and supporting sales processes. Adept at data analysis, event coordination, and fostering trusted relationships with stakeholders. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, thriving in fast-paced environments.
During my tenure as a fashion designer, I have been responsible for managing my team, product strategy, fashion, the artwork for garments and all-over repeats/rotary prints on fabric for client approval, from brief right through to production.
As a contractor/freelance graphic designer, the projects included retouch products/photo editing and creating elements for TV programs. Campaigning, advertising, social media, ticketing, and CI branding for music festivals, holiday programs, and startup businesses.
I am confident and creative in my ideas and collections, and I have enhanced my interpersonal abilities and cultivated a reputation as a major contributor through communication and time management. I am a collaborative team player who is always searching for opportunities to impart valuable insights. With these qualities, I can facilitate positive change and impacting outcomes. I'm always happy to roll up my sleeves to get the job done.
01 PORTFOLIO
RETAIL DESIGNS AND TEXTILE ARTWORK.
Men's, Lady's and Kids
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FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGN
Marketing and Corporate Identity
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FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGN
Photo Editing/Retouch and TV Show Presentations
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02 PROFESSIONAL
MY KNOWLEDGE LEVEL IN SOFTWARE
CORAL DRAW
98%
PHOTOSHOP
90%
ILLUSTRATOR
85%
INDESIGN
60%
MICROSOFT OFFICE
95%
03 Experience
2016-Present
Nutter GFX - Freelance
2020- Current Freelance in New Zealand
Nutter GFX (TA)
Graphic Designer, New Zealand
Various Projects:
Hunting Aotearoa –Hikoi Productions
Retouch products/photo editing and creating graphic elements (for AFP advertising funded programs).
Bay of Plenty Blues Club:
All graphic artwork for campaigning, advertising, social media and ticketing for the Bay of Plenty Blues Festival.
Ontoga Holiday Program “OSP”:
All graphic artwork for branding, advertising, social media and t-shirts for the children holiday program. Also, I was a part of the Holiday care team looking after children during the holidays.
Special Care Social Club “Brite Buddyz”:
All graphic artwork for CI branding, advertising and social media.
Built a new client base for graphic design, advertising and trading as Nutter GFX in NZ:
CI branding for new & small businesses, Adverts, Brochure, Business cards, Flyers, Menus, Invitations, Textile Artwork (always keeping an eye for current trend), Photoshop editing for branding and creating vectors for miscellaneous design, Website design through web templates.
Personnel Resources / Temp Resources:
BOP Plumbing and Gas Ltd-Office administrator
Morrison Kent (Law Firm)- Receptionist
MIQ Rydge's Hotel (Rotorua) during Covid -F&B Supervisor
2016- 2019 Contractual and Freelance in South Africa
Nutter GFX (TA)
Graphic Designer,
Three years contracted for Tswelopele Productions (TV Show Production):
Taking on work for graphic design on campaigns and advertisements as well as retouch products/photo editing (for AFP advertising funded programs).
TVC experience (I have been indirectly involved in campaign briefing productions for TVC storyboarding as my husband was a Senior TV editor/Postproduction supervisor at Tswelopele Productions)
MIA Films (TV/Film Production):
I worked on show flyers (TV Show pitch) on pending shows and a couple of movie posters
Built a new client base for graphic design, advertising and trading as Nutter GFX in SA:
CI branding for new & small businesses, Adverts, Brochure, Business cards, Flyers, Menus, Invitations, Textile Artwork (always keeping an eye for current trend), Photoshop editing for branding and creating vectors for miscellaneous design, Website design through web templates.
2012-2014
Jacques Hau cc
2011-2012
Jacques Hau cc
Textile Artist
I was a Graphics Textile Artist working for the company Jacques Hau Clothing Company solely supplying Woolworths within the Girls wear department. I was responsible for all artwork on the garments as well as for all over repeats/rotary prints on fabric. My experience includes design and construction of the garment therefore help where necessary to meet our targets and deadlines .I compile the Technical specifications for production as well as or printers and embroiders. My position has included training new employees. Finding fresh inspiration for the season to season buying trips and keeping with up and coming trends.
Promoted to Designer Lead
I managed my team and I worked closely with the seamstress department and pattern making department and oversaw fits. I composed the design as well as theartwork for garments and all-over repeats/rotary prints on fabric for client approval from brief right through to production. Keeping up to date with up and coming trends and often creating trend forecasts, finding fresh inspiration for the season to season buying trips. I often trained new employees and worked well within a team. Designs were made up and presented and sold to the buyers. During my time at Jacques Hau 90% of the companies garment supply was on the Woolworths floor and supplied solely to Woolworths in all of South Africa for all kids wear, (boys and girls ages from 2 years to 16 years) for all Sleepwear, Thermals and BoysUnderwear Departments and Girls 2pk Dresses as well as a brand range. The company was
awarded supplier of the year 2 years running. I also compiled the Technical specifications for production as well as for printers and embroider suppliers. My sales experience grew through presenting my samples and cad designs to buyers at head office retail companies. These presentations sold the product, that was then manufactured and put on shelves nationwide in SA.
Style Eyes Of California
With some Graphic Design knowledge and skill, Style Eyes Of California employed me and trained me in house in the Textile industry trade. I took on all responsibility in their Graphics Department as their sole Textile Designer and Textile Artist.
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I designed all the graphics artwork within the company including branding for a new development in Ballito, letterheads and business cards. All design, as well as the graphics art work was for all Ladies, Men’s and Kiddies wear, my duties included composing together the artwork for character prints such as Batman, Power Puff Girls, Scooby-Doo, Hulk, Looney Tunes and Spiderman. I also created original designs, including surf prints for a new logo called New Wave for Edgars, and Promotional prints with the logos of Millers, Castle, Black Label, and Brutal Fruit, including my own design for the prints for men’s and ladies garments.
Other duties for the running of the graphics department, was to keep an organised filing system for graphics art work and story boards. Taking photos of all garments to keep record. I liaised with Warner Bros. for approvals for character prints as well as dealing with the printers for all the graphics. I also compiled a projections folder using the internet for the next seasons fashion for the merchandisers’ trip overseas
2005-2006
Santam Insurance
Sales Agent
Sold funeral cover and life insurance to government employees, including teachers, nurses, and doctors, in rural areas.
Conducted client consultations to understand their insurance needs and provide tailored solutions.
Managed client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
Achieved sales targets in a commission-based role, demonstrating strong sales performance.
Developed strategies to approach potential clients and effectively communicate the benefits of insurance products.
2004-2006
Creative Links (ta) - Freelance
Graphic Designer
In the time of my maternity, I freelanced creating adverts for a holiday accommodation company in Ballito for the “Get Away” Magazine. I also created a once off brochure for Life Style Super Spar.
04 recommendations
Claire Venter, Recruitment Business Partner, Australia
“Sherryl really listens to your needs and wants for your logo / designs. She was able to come up with fantastic creative designs and offered simple solutions. She gave a number of options to choose from. It was difficult to choose as they were all so nice. She is professional and it is really important to her that the end product is exactly what you want. She works with you and makes sure she produces work that you will be over the moon with. On both occasions i have used her, she has gone above an beyond. I highly recommend Sherryl."
Victor Ayers, Attorney,
South Africa
“Sherryl Nutter delivers beyond expectation. Proffessional, patient and prompt. I highly recommend her"
Tabitha Taylor, Client
Tauranga, NZ
We reached out to Sherryl looking for help to create the logo and website for JunkBoss. She did an exceptional job.
She took the time to truly understand the vision, goals and business to ensure that her designs align perfectly with what we were after.
Sherryl has creativity beyond compare and is highly skilled, so is able to create designs and solutions with ease. Her designs were eye-catching and perfectly met the criteria.
She made the design process feel streamline and easy by being incredibly patient with our many requests. Sherryl is a consummate professional, always going above and beyond to exceed her clients' expectations and deliver exceptional results. I wholeheartedly recommend Sherryl to anyone in need of top-tier logo and website design services.
2003-2004
2010
Honey Jewellery
Sales Representative
Prepared client proposals tailored to individual needs, contributing to successful sales outcomes.
Ensured accuracy in product descriptions, pricing, and proposals.
Organized and managed events, including jewelry showcases and client presentations.
Built and maintained strong client relationships, contributing to retention and business growth.
Communicated effectively with clients and stakeholders to facilitate sales and resolve issues.
Developed creative solutions to address client concerns and optimize sales processes.
Prioritized tasks to meet deadlines and sales targets.
Achieved recognition with a National Bronze Certificate.
2009
Get-a-Head
Head Wear Designer
I was contracted as a designer for head wear where we designed and supplied major chain stores i.e. Truworths, Identity, Woolworths, Edgars, etc. For Men’s, Ladies and Kids. My duties were from the design of the product, specifications for china, sample amendments, liaison and meeting with buyers, right through to production stage. Also composing together the artwork for licensee character prints as well as the approval process.
2006-2008
Naartjie Clothing (Head Office)
Graphic Designer/ Cad Artist
Whilst working for Naartjie Clothing (head office) my duties included taking on the overflow of all related work within the design team, helping the assistant designers, designing accessories and artworks, compiling the technical concept designs for export to China. Compiling the technical cads for production with all the relevant fabric specifications, as well as composing artwork. I also assisted with the design of the labels and packaging.
05 cONTACT
CONTACT
I'm available anytime. Use the form to inquire about any other information, or just to say hi.
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Tel: +64 27 301 1796
© 2018 by Sherryl Nutter .