{"id":10,"date":"2025-08-20T09:02:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T09:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ashlin.fluidorange.co.za\/?page_id=10"},"modified":"2025-12-04T10:10:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T10:10:05","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ashlin.fluidorange.co.za\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Senior Designer | Junior Creative Director<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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15-year design veteran and agency founder crafting bold brands and digital experiences for top-tier clients. Award-winning, deadline-driven, and passionate about leading creative that connects.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Hi! I'm ashlin.<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Design isn’t just what I do; it’s in my DNA. Forged over 15 years in the industry and honed by founding and leading my own agency, Fluid Orange, my expertise goes beyond pixels. I blend an obsessive eye for detail with a deep understanding of client objectives, market positioning, and team leadership. My work has been recognized by Clutch and Design Rush, but my true success is measured by the results I deliver for blue-chip clients and the teams I empower. I’m now seeking to bring my energy, expertise, and leadership to a dynamic company where I can focus on crafting impactful work at scale.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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My Skills<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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I have extensive knowledge on various programs \/ apps. Please enquire to find out more.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The Founder's Edge<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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My experience as the founder of Fluid Orange provides a unique advantage: I understand the business behind the creativity. I’m adept at managing budgets, timelines, client relationships, and project pipelines. I don’t just design; I solve business problems with creative solutions, lead teams with empathy and clarity, and am deeply invested in the project’s ultimate success. I’m now looking to apply this holistic skill set to in-house challenges.<\/p>

I am seeking a senior creative or creative leadership role within a forward-thinking company. If you need someone to bring energy, expertise, and a knack for exceeding expectations to your team, let’s talk.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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