Introduction to my Portfolio

Hi, I’m Bianca van Zijl, a passionate creative with a strong interest in photography, digital media and content creation. What started as a personal passion has grown into a developing skill set focused on visual storytelling and digital content. I enjoy creating visuals that communicate ideas clearly and connect with people. My approach combines creativity, technical ability, and attention to detail, with a focus on continuous learning and improving my craft.

About Me (Bianca van Zijl)

I have over 5 years of experience in photography and 10 years of experience in multimedia and digital design.I studied Multimedia Design through Intec College, specialising in film production, editing and visual storytelling techniques. My work includes using industry tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, CapCut to create engaging visuals, advertisements and digital content for brands and businesses. Creativity has always been a big part of who I am. From capturing moments at events to creating visual content, I enjoy bringing ideas to life through storytelling. I am currently based in East London, South Africa, but I am open to working in any location.

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Skills

Event photography
Portrait photography
Wedding photography
Birthday and celebration photography
Landscape photography
Property and real estate photography
Lifestyle photography

Event videography
Promotional video content creation
Social media video creation
Storytelling through film and motion
Short film and documentary-style production
Colour grading and post-production editing
3D animation using Blender

Social media content creation
Social media marketing and ads
Digital marketing strategy
Website content and design
Adobe Creative Suite
Canva design
Digital branding visuals
Photo editing and retouching
Video editing
Content planning for social platforms

WordPress website building and customisation
UI/UX design and prototyping with Figma
Website building with Kadence and Elementor
Website content writing and structure
SEO and site optimisation

Creative Approach

I believe every image and every video should tell a story. My approach focuses on authenticity, creativity, and capturing moments that feel real and meaningful. Every shot is an opportunity to communicate something genuine.