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DANIEL
DANIEL
DANIEL
DANIEL
MMANGA
MMANGA
MMANGA
MMANGA
Illustrator + ANIMATOR
Illustrator + ANIMATOR
About
About
About
As an illustrator driven by a love for storytelling, I specialise in bringing characters and worlds to life through emotionally resonant, narrative-rich visuals. With over a decade of experience, my work blends detailed world-building, character development, and storyboarding to create immersive illustrations that captivate and connect with audiences. From initial sketches to final frames, I approach each project with intention and creativity—ensuring every visual element contributes meaningfully to the overall story.
As an illustrator driven by a love for storytelling, I specialise in bringing characters and worlds to life through emotionally resonant, narrative-rich visuals. With over a decade of experience, my work blends detailed world-building, character development, and storyboarding to create immersive illustrations that captivate and connect with audiences. From initial sketches to final frames, I approach each project with intention and creativity—ensuring every visual element contributes meaningfully to the overall story.
As an illustrator driven by a love for storytelling, I specialise in bringing characters and worlds to life through emotionally resonant, narrative-rich visuals. With over a decade of experience, my work blends detailed world-building, character development, and storyboarding to create immersive illustrations that captivate and connect with audiences. From initial sketches to final frames, I approach each project with intention and creativity—ensuring every visual element contributes meaningfully to the overall story.
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FEATURED work
FEATURED Work
FEATURED Work
My creative talent thrives in the digital space. With skilled hands swiftly moving across the keyboard, I design engaging experiences from mere ideas and pixels.
Character Illustration - Rick
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2024
2024
SASFIN - Campaign
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2024
2024
Character Illustration - Rick
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2024
2024
SASFIN - Campaign
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2024
2024
Character Illustration - Sarah
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration - Sarah
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration - Sarah
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration - Sarah
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
Character Illustration
F&P Healthcare - Home Respiratory Marketing
2025
2025
COPD Braething Exercise
F&P Healthcare Proposal
2024
2024
DEMO BRANDING
F&P Healthcare Proposal
2024
2024
COPD Braething Exercise
F&P Healthcare Proposal
2024
2024
COPD Braething Exercise
F&P Healthcare Proposal
2024
2024
Eyes Pack
Book Illustration
2023
2023
VB Campaign
Book Illustration
2023
2023
Eyes Pack
Book Illustration
2023
2023
Eyes Pack
Book Illustration
2023
2023
Digital Faceprint
Personal Project
2023
2023
Digital Faceprint
Personal Project
2023
2023
Digital Faceprint
Personal Project
2023
2023
Digital Faceprint
Personal Project
2023
2023
MOUTH TURN
Sketch to Digital
2021
2021
MOUTH TURN
Sketch to Digital
2021
2021
MOUTH TURN
Sketch to Digital
2021
2021
MOUTH TURN
Sketch to Digital
2021
2021
Flamming Ninja
Personal Project
2024
2024
Flamming Ninja
Personal Project
2024
2024
Flamming Ninja
Personal Project
2024
2024
Flamming Ninja
Personal Project
2024
2024
My expertise
My expertise
My expertise
My expertise
• BRAND DESIGN
Craft cohesive visual identities that resonate with your audience. Choose colour palettes, typography, and imagery that reflect your brand’s personality and values.
Craft intuitive navigation that makes features accessible. Choose layouts and graphics that fit your personality.
• Web design
Design responsive layouts that enhance user experience across all devices. Ensure visual hierarchy and intuitive navigation guide users seamlessly through your website.
• STATIC DESIGN
Create visually striking compositions that capture attention and convey your message clearly. Balance elements like typography, colour, and imagery to deliver impactful, focused designs.
The process involves building virtual 3D models and materials, setting lighting, and then rendering the images.
• BRAND DESIGN
Craft cohesive visual identities that resonate with your audience. Choose colour palettes, typography, and imagery that reflect your brand’s personality and values.
• Web design
Design responsive layouts that enhance user experience across all devices. Ensure visual hierarchy and intuitive navigation guide users seamlessly through your website.
• STATIC DESIGN
Create visually striking compositions that capture attention and convey your message clearly. Balance elements like typography, colour, and imagery to deliver impactful, focused designs.
• BRAND DESIGN
Craft intuitive navigation that makes features accessible. Choose layouts and graphics that fit your personality.
• Web design
Design responsive layouts that enhance user experience across all devices. Ensure visual hierarchy and intuitive navigation guide users seamlessly through your website.
• STATIC DESIGN
The process involves building virtual 3D models and materials, setting lighting, and then the images.
• photography
Capture compelling visuals that tell your brand’s story. Use lighting, composition, and subject matter to evoke emotion and highlight your unique identity.
• motion graphics
Design dynamic animations that bring your brand to life. Use movement, timing, and transitions to engage your audience and convey complex ideas with clarity and creativity.
• photography
With the click of a shutter, an image is imprinted that tells a story or makes a wonderful statement.
• motion graphics
The interplay between graphic elements, typography and movement opens up a world of creative possibilities.
• photography
With the click of a shutter, an image is imprinted that tells a story or makes a wonderful statement.
• motion graphics
The interplay between graphic elements and movement opens up a world of creative possibilities.
Favourite
PROGRAMS
Favourite
PROGRAMS
Favourite
PROGRAMS
Favourite
PROGRAMS
ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD
ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD
Multimedia Design Tools
Multimedia Design Tools
development
95%
95%
As a Multimedia Designer, I leverage Adobe Creative Cloud to develop dynamic and visually engaging content across various platforms. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro, I create compelling graphics, animations, and video content. My work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce designs that align with brand guidelines, ensuring high-quality output for digital marketing, web design, and multimedia presentations.
As a Multimedia Designer, I leverage Adobe Creative Cloud to develop dynamic and visually engaging content across various platforms. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro, I create compelling graphics, animations, and video content. My work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce designs that align with brand guidelines, ensuring high-quality output for digital marketing, web design, and multimedia presentations.
As a Multimedia Designer, I leverage Adobe Creative Cloud to develop dynamic and visually engaging content across various platforms. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro, I create compelling graphics, animations, and video content. My work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce designs that align with brand guidelines, ensuring high-quality output for digital marketing, web design, and multimedia presentations.
Figma
Figma
Design Tool
Design Tool
Design Tool
98%
98%
I use Figma to craft collaborative and interactive design solutions, focusing on user interface and experience design. With Figma’s real-time collaboration features, I work closely with cross-functional teams to create wireframes, prototypes, and final designs. My expertise in Figma allows me to streamline the design process, ensure consistency across projects, and deliver polished, responsive designs that are user-centric and visually appealing.
I use Figma to craft collaborative and interactive design solutions, focusing on user interface and experience design. With Figma’s real-time collaboration features, I work closely with cross-functional teams to create wireframes, prototypes, and final designs. My expertise in Figma allows me to streamline the design process, ensure consistency across projects, and deliver polished, responsive designs that are user-centric and visually appealing.
I use Figma to craft collaborative and interactive design solutions, focusing on user interface and experience design. With Figma’s real-time collaboration features, I work closely with cross-functional teams to create wireframes, prototypes, and final designs. My expertise in Figma allows me to streamline the design process, ensure consistency across projects, and deliver polished, responsive designs that are user-centric and visually appealing.
FRAMER
FRAMER
Web Design Platform
Web design
95%
95%
I utilise Framer to design interactive prototypes and high-fidelity user interfaces. With a strong focus on user experience, I create responsive designs that visually communicate brand values while maintaining functionality. My expertise in Framer allows me to quickly prototype, test, and iterate on designs, ensuring seamless collaboration between design and development teams.
I utilise Framer to design interactive prototypes and high-fidelity user interfaces. With a strong focus on user experience, I create responsive designs that visually communicate brand values while maintaining functionality. My expertise in Framer allows me to quickly prototype, test, and iterate on designs, ensuring seamless collaboration between design and development teams.
I utilise Framer to design interactive prototypes and high-fidelity user interfaces. With a strong focus on user experience, I create responsive designs that visually communicate brand values while maintaining functionality. My expertise in Framer allows me to quickly prototype, test, and iterate on designs, ensuring seamless collaboration between design and development teams.
CINEMA 4D
CINEMA 4D
3D Modelling Tool
3D Modelling Tool
3D Modelling Tool
80%
80%
I utilise Cinema 4D to create high-quality 3D models, animations, and motion graphics. With expertise in modelling, texturing, and rendering, I bring dynamic visuals to life for various projects, from product visualisations to immersive animations. My work in Cinema 4D enhances the storytelling and visual impact of multimedia content, ensuring a captivating experience across digital platforms.
I utilise Cinema 4D to create high-quality 3D models, animations, and motion graphics. With expertise in modelling, texturing, and rendering, I bring dynamic visuals to life for various projects, from product visualisations to immersive animations. My work in Cinema 4D enhances the storytelling and visual impact of multimedia content, ensuring a captivating experience across digital platforms.
I utilise Cinema 4D to create high-quality 3D models, animations, and motion graphics. With expertise in modelling, texturing, and rendering, I bring dynamic visuals to life for various projects, from product visualisations to immersive animations. My work in Cinema 4D enhances the storytelling and visual impact of multimedia content, ensuring a captivating experience across digital platforms.
FINAL CUT PRO
FINAL CUT PRO
Editing Tool
Editing Tool
Editing Tool
75%
75%
I use Final Cut Pro to edit and produce high-quality video content, ensuring a polished and professional finish. My proficiency in Final Cut Pro allows me to manage complex timelines, apply seamless transitions, and integrate audio and visual effects for engaging storytelling. I work on a range of video projects, from promotional videos to in-depth multimedia presentations, ensuring the final output meets the highest standards of quality.
I use Final Cut Pro to edit and produce high-quality video content, ensuring a polished and professional finish. My proficiency in Final Cut Pro allows me to manage complex timelines, apply seamless transitions, and integrate audio and visual effects for engaging storytelling. I work on a range of video projects, from promotional videos to in-depth multimedia presentations, ensuring the final output meets the highest standards of quality.
I use Final Cut Pro to edit and produce high-quality video content, ensuring a polished and professional finish. My proficiency in Final Cut Pro allows me to manage complex timelines, apply seamless transitions, and integrate audio and visual effects for engaging storytelling. I work on a range of video projects, from promotional videos to in-depth multimedia presentations, ensuring the final output meets the highest standards of quality.
MIDJOURNEY
MIDJOURNEY
AI Generation Tool
AI Generation Tool
AI Generation Tool
95%
95%
I leverage MidJourney to explore AI-generated imagery and enhance creative processes. Using its powerful generative tools, I create unique visual concepts, mood boards, and design inspirations. MidJourney allows me to push creative boundaries, experiment with innovative styles, and generate rapid visual prototypes, which enrich my design workflow and add a cutting-edge dimension to multimedia projects.
I leverage MidJourney to explore AI-generated imagery and enhance creative processes. Using its powerful generative tools, I create unique visual concepts, mood boards, and design inspirations. MidJourney allows me to push creative boundaries, experiment with innovative styles, and generate rapid visual prototypes, which enrich my design workflow and add a cutting-edge dimension to multimedia projects.
I leverage MidJourney to explore AI-generated imagery and enhance creative processes. Using its powerful generative tools, I create unique visual concepts, mood boards, and design inspirations. MidJourney allows me to push creative boundaries, experiment with innovative styles, and generate rapid visual prototypes, which enrich my design workflow and add a cutting-edge dimension to multimedia projects.
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE
FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE
Senior Creative Designer – myAIRVO Marketing Team
Senior Creative Designer – myAIRVO Marketing Team
2024 - Present
2024 - Present
• Led character illustration development for global COPD awareness campaigns, creating a diverse cast of five characters that reflected F&P Healthcare’s international audience.
• Collaborated with the marketing and product app teams to design clear, empathetic visuals that helped patients better understand how to manage and respond to COPD symptoms.
• Conducted patient testing sessions to validate the effectiveness of illustrations, ensuring cultural sensitivity, accessibility, and resonance with target user groups.
• Produced character-centric visual systems used across digital platforms, educational tools, and in-app guidance to support patient self-management.
• Contributed to F&P’s commitment to inclusive healthcare communication by illustrating real-life scenarios in a relatable and clinically accurate way.
Designed a brand identity system that included interactive graphics, website, and animation assets that increased brand recognition.
• Developed a range of marketing materials, digital animations, 3D billboards, and interactive presentations, resulting in improved customer engagement.
• Created a comprehensive style guide that standardised the design and branding of all company materials.
• Designed and developed a user-friendly interface with intuitive navigation and modern visuals that improved customer engagement.
• Conducted user research and usability testing to understand user needs and identify areas for improvement for existing products.
• Developed a style guide and design system that improved product consistency and speed of development.
FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE
Senior Creative Designer – myAIRVO Marketing Team
2024 - Present
• Led character illustration development for global COPD awareness campaigns, creating a diverse cast of five characters that reflected F&P Healthcare’s international audience.
• Collaborated with the marketing and product app teams to design clear, empathetic visuals that helped patients better understand how to manage and respond to COPD symptoms.
• Conducted patient testing sessions to validate the effectiveness of illustrations, ensuring cultural sensitivity, accessibility, and resonance with target user groups.
• Produced character-centric visual systems used across digital platforms, educational tools, and in-app guidance to support patient self-management.
• Contributed to F&P’s commitment to inclusive healthcare communication by illustrating real-life scenarios in a relatable and clinically accurate way.
DEMOGRAPHICA
DEMOGRAPHICA
Senior Multimedia Designer
Senior Multimedia Designer
2021 - 2024
2021 - 2024
• Illustrated brand identity through character-centric visuals, animations, and interactive presentations, increasing engagement.
• Developed cohesive visual styles and character-driven animations, enhancing narrative depth in marketing materials.
• Designed a brand identity system with interactive elements that consistently conveyed the brand’s story across channels.
Designed a brand identity system that included interactive graphics, website, and animation assets that increased brand recognition.
• Developed a range of marketing materials, digital animations, 3D billboards, and interactive presentations, resulting in improved customer engagement.
• Created a comprehensive style guide that standardised the design and branding of all company materials.
• Designed and developed a user-friendly interface with intuitive navigation and modern visuals that improved customer engagement.
• Conducted user research and usability testing to understand user needs and identify areas for improvement for existing products.
• Developed a style guide and design system that improved product consistency and speed of development.
DEMOGRAPHICA
Senior Multimedia Designer
2021 - 2024
• Illustrated brand identity through character-centric visuals, animations, and interactive presentations, increasing engagement.
• Developed cohesive visual styles and character-driven animations, enhancing narrative depth in marketing materials.
• Designed a brand identity system with interactive elements that consistently conveyed the brand’s story across channels.
GLASS HOUSE MEDIA
GLASS HOUSE MEDIA
Multimedia Designer
Multimedia Designer
2018 – 2021
2018 – 2021
• Created animated content and visual storytelling assets, enhancing engagement through dynamic illustrations and characters.
• Developed characters and world visuals for multimedia content, contributing to cohesive brand narratives and user journeys.
• Conducted usability tests, ensuring character and story visuals aligned with audience expectations and platform requirements.
• Developed attractive and effective visual designs that increased user engagement.
• Optimised digital images for web and mobile platforms, resulting in faster page loading times.
• Conducted usability tests to ensure designs met user needs and expectations.
GLASS HOUSE MEDIA
Multimedia Designer
2018 – 2021
• Created animated content and visual storytelling assets, enhancing engagement through dynamic illustrations and characters.
• Developed characters and world visuals for multimedia content, contributing to cohesive brand narratives and user journeys.
• Conducted usability tests, ensuring character and story visuals aligned with audience expectations and platform requirements.
MASSIV METRO
MASSIV METRO
Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer
2016 – 2018
2016 – 2018
• Designed and refined characters, emphasizing personality and narrative elements, for a range of marketing and digital campaigns.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into visual narratives that engaged and inspired.
• Created a comprehensive style guide that improved the consistency of the company’s branding across all channels.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure designs met business objectives.
• Developed creative solutions to complex design challenges.
• Conducted usability tests to ensure designs met user needs and expectations.
MASSIV METRO
Graphic Designer
2016 – 2018
• Designed and refined characters, emphasizing personality and narrative elements, for a range of marketing and digital campaigns.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into visual narratives that engaged and inspired.
PLANET IMAGE PRODUCTIONS
PLANET IMAGE PRODUCTIONS
Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer
2012 – 2016
2012 – 2016
• Developed an augmented reality application that improved customer experience.
• Created a XD model and rendered it in XK resolution, resulting in a realistic, high-quality product image.
• Conducted usability tests to ensure designs met user needs and expectations.
• Developed an augmented reality application that improved customer experience.
• Created a XD model and rendered it in XK resolution, resulting in a realistic, high-quality product image.
• Conducted usability tests to ensure designs met user needs and expectations.
PLANET IMAGE PRODUCTIONS
Graphic Designer
2012 – 2016
• Developed an augmented reality application that improved customer experience.
• Created a XD model and rendered it in XK resolution, resulting in a realistic, high-quality product image.
• Conducted usability tests to ensure designs met user needs and expectations.
AWARDS
FEATURED Work
FEATURED Work
During my time at Demographica, I was honoured with several awards, including the prestigious ‘Rising Star Award,’ which recognised my dedication, creativity, and collaborative spirit. This award highlighted my ability to consistently deliver high-quality work while being a supportive and positive team member, fostering a productive and inspiring work environment.
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
Rising Star Award
Demographica SA
2021
2021
International Tourism Film Festival Africa
South Africa
2023
2023
ITFFA
South Africa
2023
2023
ITFF Africa
South Africa
2023
2023
International Tourism Film Festival Africa
South Africa
2023
2023
ART&TUR International Tourism Film Festival
Portugal
2022
2022
ART&TUR ITFF
Portugal
2022
2022
ART&TUR Film Fest
Portugal
2022
2022
ART&TUR International Tourism Film Festival
Portugal
2022
2022
Motivation
Motivation
Motivation
Motivation
"Interesting things happen when the creative Impulse is cultivated with curiosity, freedom and intensity".
"Interesting things happen when the creative Impulse is cultivated with curiosity, freedom and intensity".
"Interesting things happen when the creative Impulse is cultivated with curiosity, freedom and intensity".
"Try to reach for a simple, visual phrase that tells you what the
picture is all about and evokes the essence of the story".
Saul Bass
"Try to reach for a simple, visual phrase that tells you what the picture is all about and evokes the essence of the story".
Saul Bass
"Try to reach for a simple, visual phrase that tells you what the picture is all about and evokes the essence of the story".
Saul Bass
"Try to reach for a simple, visual phrase that tells you what the picture is all about and evokes the essence of the story".
Saul Bass
Frequently
FAQ
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What industries do you specialize in?
What services do you offer as a designer?
Can you provide examples of your previous work?
How do you approach branding projects?
Can you walk me through your design process?
What software and tools do you use for your designs?
What industries do you specialize in?
What services do you offer as a designer?
Can you provide examples of your previous work?
How do you approach branding projects?
Can you walk me through your design process?
What software and tools do you use for your designs?
What industries do you specialize in?
What services do you offer as a designer?
Can you provide examples of your previous work?
How do you approach branding projects?
Can you walk me through your design process?
What software and tools do you use for your designs?
What industries do you specialize in?
What services do you offer as a designer?
Can you provide examples of your previous work?
How do you approach branding projects?
Can you walk me through your design process?
What software and tools do you use for your designs?
Let'S WORK!
Let'S WORK!
Let'S WORK!
Let'S WORK!
CONTACT ME
CONTACT ME
CONTACT ME
CONTACT ME
With a strong foundation in illustration, storyboarding, and inking, I bring over a decade of experience in translating complex stories into compelling visual narratives. My work is deeply rooted in character-driven storytelling and world-building, essential elements for any impactful comic. From sketching initial concepts to refining the inking details, I ensure every frame and character adds depth and dimension to the narrative.
Comics have always captivated me as a medium where art and story converge, offering limitless potential to explore emotions and perspectives. I’m passionate about using my skills to breathe life into characters and worlds that resonate with readers, making this comic creation lab a perfect space to push the boundaries of my craft and storytelling.
With a strong foundation in illustration, storyboarding, and inking, I bring over a decade of experience in translating complex stories into compelling visual narratives. My work is deeply rooted in character-driven storytelling and world-building, essential elements for any impactful comic. From sketching initial concepts to refining the inking details, I ensure every frame and character adds depth and dimension to the narrative.
Comics have always captivated me as a medium where art and story converge, offering limitless potential to explore emotions and perspectives. I’m passionate about using my skills to breathe life into characters and worlds that resonate with readers, making this comic creation lab a perfect space to push the boundaries of my craft and storytelling.
With a strong foundation in illustration, storyboarding, and inking, I bring over a decade of experience in translating complex stories into compelling visual narratives. My work is deeply rooted in character-driven storytelling and world-building, essential elements for any impactful comic. From sketching initial concepts to refining the inking details, I ensure every frame and character adds depth and dimension to the narrative.
Comics have always captivated me as a medium where art and story converge, offering limitless potential to explore emotions and perspectives. I’m passionate about using my skills to breathe life into characters and worlds that resonate with readers, making this comic creation lab a perfect space to push the boundaries of my craft and storytelling.
DANIEL MMANGA
DANIEL MMANGA
DANIEL MMANGA
DANIEL MMANGA
©2024 Daniel Mmanga
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Begin Again
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Begin Again
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