About
We work exclusively with organisations whose values align with ours ~ and we’ve been doing it since 2007.
We are a small, close-knit core team. Decent livelihoods matter to us. We bring genuine passion, deep sector knowledge and technical depth to every project ~ and we like working alongside our clients as part of your team.
Karien van der Westhuizen
Creative Director & Founder
A creative with 30+ years media & communications experience, Karien cofounded the earth is round in 2007. She has extensive experience in strategic branding & design for purpose-driven organisations and brings a keen intellect, great general knowledge and a knack for clear communication.
Teneille Francis
Graphic & UX/UI Designer, Illustrator
A dynamic and versatile illustrator and graphic designer with expertise in digital design. Teneille brings fiery commitment, visual flair and technical skill to mission-driven projects. She has a particular passion for in UX/UI web design, illustration and animation.
Michelle Nelson
Studio Manager
A veteran studio manager with 18 years in brand communications, Michelle expertly orchestrates project management, operations, and production workflows. Her meticulous approach to deadlines and budgets, combined with deep experience in both print and digital production, ensures seamless execution of creative projects.
Sumit Malakar
Website Developer
A versatile full-stack developer bringing expertise in both front-end and back-end development. Sumit is skilled in translating design concepts into responsive and user-friendly fully functional websites.
Cindy de Bruyn
Senior Website Developer
A seasoned web developer with 16 years of experience building robust and scalable digital solutions. Cindy combines deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of modern web architectures to deliver high-quality website solutions.