Design for a better tomorrow, today
Professional Research, Design and Technical Support for NGO’s, small and growing businesses in Johannesburg South Africa and beyond.
Business Support
Step into a world where digital innovation meets human-centered design. With over 18 years expertise, Designerd is dedicated to setting you up for success. Whether it’s through, Brand Development, Systems Analysis or R&D, we’ll equip you with the skills and insights for your business to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
Career Support
At DESIGNERD School of Thought, we’re not just dreamers – we’re doers. From supporting entrepreneurs to empowering marginalised communities, our vision is clear: a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Through education, innovation, and sustainable practices, we’re paving the way for a more equitable society.
Remote Technical Support Services For All Your Business Needs
Embrace efficiency, Embrace change. Say goodbye to the traditional 9-to-5 grind. Our four-day workweek isn’t just about extra leisure time – it’s about empowering our team to deliver exceptional results, every time. By maximizing our focus on meaningful work, we’re here to tackle real-world challenges head-on, no matter where you are or when you need us.
Experienced Experts Providing Data-Driven Solutions At Affordable Rates
Ready to create change? Explore our services, connect with our community, and discover how DESIGNERD can help you unlock your full potential. Together, let’s create a world where every click counts.
What Makes Us Different
Fast and Efficient
By maximizing our focus on meaningful work, we’re here to tackle real-world challenges head-on, no matter where you are or when you need us.
Experienced Professionals
Whether it’s through immersive workshops or hands-on experiences, we’ll equip you with the skills and insights to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
Advanced Solutions
We’re not your typical company – we’re a dynamic network of collaborators, driven by purpose, not hierarchy. With a footprint spanning Johannesburg to Cape Town, we’ve embraced remote work long before it was cool, ensuring efficiency without sacrificing our planet’s health.
Competitive Prices
We understand the significance of competitive pricing and efficiency in today’s dynamic business landscape. With a commitment to delivering unparalleled value to our clients, we leverage innovative strategies to optimise costs without compromising quality.
Transformative Power
At DESIGNERD, we don’t just design; we craft experiences that shape the future. From fostering positive societal change to reducing environmental impact, we believe in the transformative power of our work.
Streamlined processes
Through streamlined processes and cutting-edge technologies, we ensure swift project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of excellence. Our dedication to efficiency allows us to offer competitive pricing models, empowering our clients to achieve their goals within budget constraints.
Our Clients Say
"WoMin has appreciated the responsiveness, creativity and hard work of the Designerd team in working with us on our website and our growing online presence"
Margaret Mapondera, Communications Coordinator WoMin Afircan AlliancePROJECT: WoMin Brand and Web Development 
"Chesway always has a unique approach to her work and always gets the brief..."
Bridget Pickering, Producer and Owner at BuMP FilmsPROJECT: Film Posters Illustration: Chemo Club 
"Chesway has a unique visual eye and a good grip of balance in the work that she produces. She works well with others to ensure that she understands the brief and is eager to deliver a top quality product. I worked with her for more than two years and would recommend her to anyone looking for high-end design and quality finishing."
Crispin Stopforth, Co-owner at Easy Gaming GroupPROJECT: Various at Cut2Black Media 
"Chesway is one of the most passionate and dedicated Designers that I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I use the term Designer but she has proven herself to be so much more, constantly learning and improving her skills I have seen her grow from a strong Visual designer to an Impressive UX designer and further evolve into a lead/management skill set just to mention a few. She is always fully dedicated to her work as well as the team trying to help them grow in their own individual skill sets as well as constantly learning from others to improve her own. "
Lavine Dukhan, User Experience Design LeadPROJECT: Various for Immersion Group 
"I had the pleasure of working with Chesway Slabbert during her 7-year tenure as the Local Group Leader of the IxDF Community in Johannesburg. Chesway was instrumental in mobilizing meet-ups for the community and inviting various speakers to ensure that the local community was learning from industry experts. She also ensured that the community accessed and utilized various channels where they could collaborate and network. Some of the channels that she created that contributed immensely to successful meet-ups in Johannesburg include a SoundCloud podcast, a LinkedIn group, and a YouTube playlist where all events and presentations were uploaded.
Additionally, she helped create a website where the community could find updated and comprehensive information related to curated past and proposed future speakers with an archive of their topics. We were also the first group to introduce sign language interpreters in South African sign language.
Chesway consistently demonstrated excellent mobilizing skills and an unwavering passion to keep the community alive and engaged, thus helping hundreds of community members upskill their knowledge.
Finally, Chesway went above and beyond to integrate additional groups, such as ‘Friends of Figma’ into her IxDF community. This initiative has been instrumental in expanding the community’s design base, allowing them to engage with more diverse and dynamic perspectives. Her dedication, hard work, and leadership skills have ensured that the community is one of the most vibrant and successful groups we have had so far.
I highly recommend Chesway for any leadership or community-building role. Her dedication, creativity, and passion for local communities are genuinely inspiring."
Rikke Friis Dam, Co-founder Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF)PROJECTS: Interaction Design Foundation Johannesburg Chapter 
"Chesway was creative, methodical and open-minded. All the elements needed to be a great designer. We worked closely on various projects and my interactions with her were always pleasant and engaging. Chesway has a great eye for detail and this always contributed to robust discussions and perspective. I look forward to working with her again."
Hinesh Vithal, Senior UX Writer at Standard Bank GroupPROJECTS: DebiCheck, Rapid Payments Programme (PayShap) 
"I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with Ches on a number of projects. She’s a passionate, hard-working and innovative designer.
Ches has a knack for zooming in and out of problems at a rapid pace.
One of her strongest skills is her ability to learn, and learn deep. Nothing Ches does is ever surface level. I appreciate her focus and sense-making efforts around anything new. She is able to do this very quickly.
She has a love for creating positive and responsible change. For integrating and connecting things - how things relate to each other in a big picture. This makes her a great designer - both strategic and detailed.
Ches is committed to achieving excellence. She’s a self starter and highly independent and brings her whole self to anything she does. I would recommend her especially for complex work that requires creative problem solving abilities. "
Nehal Shah, Co-founder and Head: Innovation at Fringe StudiosPROJECTS:Various for Immersion Group 
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Now more than ever, your business should be online in an accessible and authentic way. It may seem like a mountain to climb, but we can walk this digital journey with you. Let’s help you transform your problems into possibilities.
