Rikus Strydom Freelance Translator & Social Media Designer Profile Highly skilled and creative freelance professional with over 2 years of experience in translation and social media design. Proficient in delivering high-quality translations and visually appealing content across various social media platforms. Adept at understanding client needs, managing multiple projects, and meeting tight deadlines. Skills -Translation: Fluent in Afrikaans and English. Expertise in translating documents, websites, and multimedia content with accuracy and cultural relevance. -Graphic Design: Proficient in Canva and other design tools. - Social Media Management: Skilled in creating engaging content for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. - Content Creation: Ability to produce compelling visuals, infographics, and multimedia content. - Copywriting: Crafting persuasive and grammatically correct text for various audiences. - Project Management:Efficiently handling multiple projects with excellent time management and organizational skills. Professional Experience **Freelance Translator & Designer** Self-Employed | [2 Years] - Present - Successfully translated over 10 projects, including marketing materials, and technical documents, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness. - Designed and managed social media campaigns for clients across different industries, leading to an average increase of [40]% in engagement and follower growth. - Created visually appealing graphics, infographics, and multimedia content for social media, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement. - Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and requirements, delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations. - Managed all aspects of freelancing business, including client communication, project management, and financials. Education High school student at Afrikaans Hoër Seunskool in Pretoria Languages - Afrikaans an English: Native/Bilingual Proficiency References Available upon request.