ABOUT / THE DESIGNER

Always
inspired.

Design is more than what we see. It’s how an idea becomes something people feel.

Illustrated portrait of Mercedes Nethengwe
01 / A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Hello, I’m Maemu Neo Mercedes Nethengwe.

But I go by Mercedes.

Always inspired by how design can shape and influence the world around us. With a focus on staying current with design trends and new technologies, I love to incorporate modern aesthetics into my work while ensuring each project tells a compelling visual story.

My goal is to create designs that not only look good but are also practical, user-friendly, and adaptable to the ever-changing world of visual communication. Whether it’s brand identity, web design, or marketing materials, I enjoy translating concepts into creative and meaningful visuals.

LET’S WORK TOGETHER
02 / WHAT I DO

Tools &
practice.

Brand identityEditorial designPoster designIllustrationWeb design

TOOLS / Illustrator · Photoshop · InDesign · Figma · VS Code · Word

03 / THE JOURNEY

Experience &
education.

2023 — PRESENT

Freelance Graphic Designer

FEB — APR 2024

Sales Assistant, Wizeboooks

2023 — 2025

Diploma in Media Studies (Graphic Design)Boston Media House

2021 — 2022

Diploma in Multimedia Design & Production (Incomplete)City Varsity

2019 — 2020

MatricTshikevha Christian School