About Me

My Creative Playground

I’m a South African graphic designer based in London, working across type, print, and storytelling. My practice explores the intersection of analogue and digital, with a focus on culture, identity, and memory. I approach projects through research, play, and making — often using typography, material processes, and language as tools for connection, resistance, and reflection.

Education

Diocesan School for Girls
Grahamstwon, South Africa
Grade 12 (2018)

2018–2021: Bachelor of Arts in
Communication Design at
Cape Town Creative Academy
Cape Town, Western Cape

2022–2023: Post Graduate
Diploma in Visual Communication
at London College of Communication
University of the Arts London

2023–2024: Masters Degree with Distinction
Graphic Design Visual Communication
Camberwell College of Arts
University of the Arts London

Work experience

SEA Design | Internship
June - August 2023
Graphic Design Intern
Reference: Bryan Edmondson
bryan@seadesign.com

Fieldbar | Internship
February - July 2022
Junior Graphic Designer
Reference: Lee Hartman (Manager)
+27 82 413 7939
Roxy Spears (Senior Designer)
+27 82 567 1211
https://fieldbar.co.za

Chasing Bees | Freelance
Illustrations for T-shirts and Caps
Reference: Jo Liss +27 82 774 5777

Vondeling Wines | Freelance
Video animations for Social Media
Reference: Shura Johnson
+27 76 251 3944

2022 - 2025

Porfolio

charlotteanneread@gmail.com
@callitcharlotte
+44 2705 243960