Portfolio Featured Work
It takes passion, genuine care, and the flair for the creative to take on a project and to create real results. See what we’ve been up to and how we’ve helped our clients expand their digital capabilities.
#IR Performance
#IR Performance
Project Info
A perfect project to let out creativity for any designer. The client gave free reign on design and was not disappointed.
#IR Performance wanted to portray their love and passion for anything cars, from general maintenance to performance work.
Method
We met with the client to spec out what services they wanted to offer as well as the images selected to share the passion with their customers. We assisted the client in getting their first ever website sorted with hosting and online presence.
Outcome
The client is satisfied with the outcome of their website, using their images of previous work done as well as events they've recently hosted.
Engeza
Engeza
Project Info
Engeza approached us as a startup, offering a life coach training programme for therapists to enroll.
They were looking for a warm and professional website to showcase their programme as well as their team.
Method
We used a CMS based platform to create their website to keep it simple, clean and easy to use. They also requested a login section for their students to access the learning materials with ease.
Outcome
Stacy and I had a great time with the Engeza website. She is super-patient and asked wise questions, and in so doing, created a stronger website. I love her creativity and her calmness! Highly recommended!
Catalyst Consulting
Catalyst Consulting
Project Info
Catalyst Consulting reached out to us after having a bad experience with another digital agency.
Since their website was large, ease of use and maintenance was an important factor.
Method
Catalyst Consulting knew exactly how they wanted the site to function. They sent through all the specifications for us to make use of during the build process. They loved the incorporation of iconography and colour in their website for each of their divisions that they offered.
Outcome
The client was very happy with the outcome of the project, the deadline had to be extended slightly to accommodate the size of the site which they were happy with. Catalyst updates their site regularly with the easy front end edit functionality.
Kidz Karaoke
Kidz Karaoke
Project Info
The client was looking to start up her business, Kidz Karaoke, as she saw the gap in the market for kids parties. Our expertise was required to create the business and assist with online marketing to create an engaging experience for the client's audience without breaking the bank.
Method
We started by creating a stunning, memorable logo for the client. We consulted with the client on her website and assisted with her Facebook page to create effective engagement with the audience. With this approach, she can manage her own marketing while sticking within a budget.
Outcome
Our client was very happy with our consultation and the delivered website. She then proceeded with the strategy we laid out for her social media presence.
Domestic Disturbance Crew
Domestic Disturbance Crew
Project Info
The Domestic Disturbance Crew is a NPO car crew that wants to get people with the same enthusiasm for cars to join together and have fun. They are looking to have an online presence by having a website and advice for more social exposure. Their focuses are to reach out and do charity work for those in need and to get those organisations to reach out for help.
Method
We donated a website to Domestic Disturbance Crew to improve their online presences and help them reach out to car enthusiasts that can join their cause. We also guided them into using Facebook and Instagram to get a wider range of exposure for others to donate in charities they support.
Outcome
The client is thrilled for their website, they get changes done on a monthly basis to add more galleries to the runs they take on for charities or car events and competitions that they enter.
Auto GT
Auto GT
Project Info
Auto GT was a newly registered automotive sales company in need of a website to display their vehicles for sale and let their customers contact them with ease. They also needed a logo design that would be memorable and professional.
Method
For the logo, we sent through four different designs to choose from. They chose a design and mixed a few elements from the other designs to incorporate in the main design. From there the client was happy with their outcome.
The client had also received a demo link to the initial design of their website on which we only needed to make minor changes before the site went live.
Outcome
The client is happy with the outcome of their online presence. Auto GT was a client that had a good specification of their requirements, resulting in a fast turnaround time for the project.
FortiFood Health Services
FortiFood Health Services
Project Info
FortiFood approached us with the need to create a website that allows them to easily manage the products on their online store. The main site elements needed to be kept, whilst providing a more refreshing look and feel.
Method
Due to some customised requirements, we needed to build a bit of custom software for product management on this website. The website redesign was kept clean, simple and kept the main features of the old site such as the search option for products, purchase options, quick links and the English/Afrikaans translation.
Outcome
We contracted General Genius do redevelop our website during 2018. The development included a full online purchasing and payment system. It also required a custom feature to facilitate the uploading and re-uploading all our products and product ingredients. We were impressed with their professional and thorough approach, and we appreciated their support after going live until all teething problems were sorted out. It is also always a pleasure to work with people who revert back to you when they promise to do so, saving you the effort of having to follow up all the time.
We will definitely make use of General Genius’ services again.
Graeme Cassells Projects
Graeme Cassells Projects
Project Info
Graeme Cassells Projects wanted a website to display their services and allow customers to get in touch with them. Their core focus is to market for Pretoria and close surroundings. For this, General Genius teamed up with The Click Forge for copywriting as well as marketing for the client once the website is complete.
Method
We met up with the client a few times to get all the relevant information for the website to build the content as well as to gather the design ideas that the client was looking for. General Genius and The Click Forge collaborated in making sure that the content and website design worked well together and to flow fluently throughout the website.
Outcome
The client is satisfied with the outcome of their website, using their images of previous work done and the copywriting of their business.
Egoli Kids
Egoli Kids
Project Info
The client was looking for a fresh and specific look to her website. We needed to incorporate virtual tours of the classrooms for visitors to enjoy, while making sure that all the necessary information was easily accessible.
Method
Giving the look and feel the client was looking for was top priority and ensuring that the functionality of the website worked well around that. We used customised functionality to make sure that the virtual tours worked seamlessly.
Outcome
The client is satisfied with the end result of the website. The design and functionality is what was expected.
Mhlaba Industrial Solutions
Mhlaba Industrial Solutions
Project Info
Mhlaba Industrial Solutions needed a fresh website that represented the quality of work they offer. The website needed to explain their services as well as include a gallery for customers to see them in action. They also required a contact form for customers to get in touch with them.
Method
We created a first draft of the website design that we felt would represent their line of work perfectly. As the client was happy with the first draft of the website we were able to easily continue the rest of the website build. We then added in the content and focused on the images last to accentuate the website with their own work. We also added a simple contact form for users to find out more information.
Outcome
The client was very happy with the finished product. The client was keen on incorporating their own images as they wanted visitors to see their quality of work.
FOGO Active Wear
FOGO Active Wear
Project Info
FOGO ActiveWear approached us after working with another company that could not deliver their requirements. We rebuilt their website and assisted them with setting up their e-commerce system as well as their product categories and social media set up.
Method
We sat with the client to discuss the issues that arose with the previous web company and how we’d get her website up and running smoothly and to meet her deadline. Once the main design of the website was complete to the clients satisfaction, we fixed the e-commerce system that was non-functional at the time. Once the website was complete we then integrated the clients social media onto the website.
Outcome
The client was very happy with the outcome of the project and couldn’t wait to get the website live and running.
Fawlee
Fawlee
Project Info
The purpose of this project was to connect businesses with services providers. Anyone who registers an account on the website should have access to the information it contains.
Any blogs and videos on the website need to be shareable to social media platforms.
Method
During our initial consultation, we suggested that the website be developed from the ground up as a custom system, giving us better flexibility in reaching the clients requirements in terms of design and functionality.
Due to budget constraints, we went with a standard CMS platform and customised the bits that needed to be changed.
Outcome
Due to limitations with standard CMS systems, there are some restrictions to what we could accomplish. However, we were able to meet all the clients requirements with the dedication of our team and met the deadline that the client requested.
ECG Holdings
ECG Holdings
Project Info
Our client came to us looking for a website for his business to market their services online as well as a gallery to share their hard work ethics.
Method
We decided to use a CMS based platform for this project as it would be easy for the client to manage and update as needed to promote their services and their gallery.
Outcome
The client was happy with the outcome of the project and requested graphic design after the website was completed.
Compu-Kart
Compu-Kart
Project Info
Compu-Kart approached us with an existing website which needed to get a more modern look and feel as well as being responsive. We were tasked with letting visitors know about the great time that can be had at Compu-Kart in an effective and visually appealing way.
Method
We got started with a whole new website with a modern look and feel as a base. Using a process of consultation, we worked towards achieving the goal of carrying their business message across in the most modern way possible and keeping a casual feel.
Outcome
By constantly gathering feedback from our client, we made sure we got the right message across to their potential clients. We reached a point where the website represents their business in a modern fashion, giving the right impression of the amazing time that can be had at Compu-Kart.
Tensile Rubber Hoses
Tensile Rubber Hoses
Project Info
The client was looking to break away from the general website where their services were published and rather wanted a website for their own as well as their own hosting provider.
Method
We provided the client with an upgraded look and feel to their website as well their new email addresses that would benefit the company in the long run along with hosting services. The client then also requested new business cards to match their new branding of the company for a lasting impression on customers.
Outcome
The client was pleased with their new and fresh look to their branding, online as well as offline exposure. More importantly, they were happy to be more independent with their own hosting services.
Unahina Solutions
Unahina Solutions
Project Info
Unahina Solutions approached us with their requirement of letting business owners know of their tender and business financing services. We were tasked with creating a professional website to get that message across.
Method
We immediately knew what kind of look and feel to use for this business financial services provider based on their existing logo. We used a process of consultation and content gathering of information from the client in order to create a corporate, professional website that represents the services they provide.
Outcome
Once this website went live, it was met with satisfaction. The website was released with a professional look and feel which conveys the funding solutions & services offered by Unahina Solutions accurately and in an easy to understand way.
The Click Forge
The Click Forge
Project Info
The Click Forge was looking to create online exposure to their services that they offer other businesses. As a start up business, a small website along with graphic design the was needed to get the business up and going.
Method
General Genius created a simple to navigate website that promoted the clients services with ease. Using a CMS platform for the client to use was important for regular updates that they required. We then focused on the branding of the business with business cards and email signature for a more professional feel to the customers.
Outcome
You guys kick ass!
We’ve developed a fantastic relationship with General Genius and their dedication to our website is evident in every aspect. We really appreciate their attention to detail, creative approach and dedication to bringing our website to life. What’s more, it is really great how easy the website is to update and manage.
Decor Online
Decor Online
Project Info
Decor online is an interior decorating business that wanted to offer a more unique perspective on how people can learn how to do interior decoration from the comfort of their own home by offering online training.
The requirements on this project was to have a simple yet colourful website that represented the business. The courses should have multiple sections for a topic and a multiple choice questionnaire for students to answer at the end. Once the course has been completed, the student would get a certification stating that they had completed a course.
Method
We sat with the client to discuss the methods we had in mind to complete to project with the requirements provided. We suggested to rather use custom development as management and future courses would be easier to manage, however the client insisted that we rather use a CMS platform as it’s more cost effective, while understanding the restrictions that come with this.
Outcome
The client was happy with the design of the website overall, and understood the restrictions that came with using a CMS based platform, as we had initially explained. Even with the restrictions the client was still impressed that we were able to meet all their requirements and requested further work to be done.
PMB Fertility Clinic
PMB Fertility Clinic
Project Info
PMB Fertility Clinic is the first fertility clinic to be situated in Pietmaritzburg. As a start up business, they required a website that emphasised on the work they specialise in as well as the amazing team that works together. Their major requirement was that visitors who visited the site would get all the info and process of the services they offer in the simplest way possible.
Our goal was to ensure that the website sends the correct message to visitors that they do offer people other fertility options and that they’re processes are easily accessible and to understand.
Method
We decided to create dedicated sections on the website to explain what services PMB Fertility Clinic offers as well as the process on how their methods are done. By creating the website with this method, it makes the important information that visitors would like to know, easily accessible.
Outcome
Pietmaritzburg Fertility Clinic is pleased to have been clients of General Genius. General Genius was easy to work with as there were no issues contacting our designated web designer. They were always on call and ready to assist when we had additional information to add onto our website. Our web designer provided us with phenomenal guidance and advice in the conceptional stages of our website and presented us with a first draft that needed no adjustments from our sides. we are extremely happy with the professional outlook, design and east of use of our website. We would highly recommend General Genius to others in need of a web designer as they offer service that is skilled, organised and professional.
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