GRAPHICS DESIGNER PORTFOLIO WALK THROUGH
About me
I have been working as a designer for the past 3 years, and that has taught me that no matter what you work on, each project is different and unique in its own way. The clients, the audience and the design combine to create a relationship between the user and the brand. As a designer, I enjoy influencing that relationship with my strong design skills, aesthetic clarity and understanding of marketing principles. Each experience has helped me grow as a designer and as a person. Working for institutions like University of Nairobi, Geothermal Development Cooperation (GDC), SMEP bank among other smaller institutions has greatly helped me shrpen my skills in accuracy and keeness on details. In addition to graphic design, I’ve always held the unofficial title of “Tech Geek”. I am the one in my office who gets the printers to work properly. I enjoy learning new programs and methods, so when I am not working you will normally find me scouring the Internet for new design tools and tutorials. I enjoy learning from my peers and I keep up to date with the latest methods.
Personal information FULL NAME
Kevin Macharia
AGE
Early 20’s
NATIONALITY
Kenyan
WEBSITE
kevomash04.wix.com/deluxegraffix
kevomash09@gmail.com
MOBILE
+254702048972
Skills and knowledge Creqtive Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premier pro, and to a very large extend Corel Draw Graphic Design • Designing of Logos • Banners • Posters • Seasonal greeting cards • Letterheads • Receipt, Invoice, Delivery, cash sale and job card books • Minor Financial management Computer • Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Outlook Calendars. • Able to manage PABX efficiently. • Avid understanding of popular computer programs.. • Ability to type at a steady and quick pace. • Able to handle basic computer repairs, installations and troubleshoots. Video coverage Gained basic skills in: • Video editing • Video production
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RESUME
WORK HISTORY
[FLOGIN EAST AFRICA LTD, SENIOR GRAPHICS DESIGNER, NAIROBI-KENYA] [2012-Current]
ACHIEVEMENTS
[SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS] Supported and work collaboratively with Marketing and Communications department Created graphics for collateral, company-wide communications, print advertising, conference and sales support, and presentations. Ensured a consistent visual brand experience across all touch points. Monitored competitive graphics to identify ways to differentiate and attract leads. Maintained brand and standards compliance. Set-up and managed an asset database/library of graphic files. Managed and met multiple projects, tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Managed production specifications, bidding and vendor relationships (e.g. printers, stock photo sources, etc.) Worked collaboratively with internal Communications staff and a team that includes sales staff, content writers Machine operators among other office staff. Guided conceptual design discussions (receiving input from multiple sources) to develop clear project direction while encouraging collective creative discussion.
Kevin Macharia GRAPHICS DESIGNER NAIROBI, KENYA
EDUCATION
April 2011 – Current
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Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Media And Communication Moi University – Nairobi Campus
2006 - 2010
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Kenya Certificate of Secondary School Kawala Secondary school
Feb 2012 – Current
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Graphic Design Flogin East Africa Ltd
2010
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Peer Counseling Course Kawala Secondary School
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Video editing and production Glory video Producers (Kitengela)
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OTHER COURSES
August
April 2007
LANGUAGES
English , fluent level of speaking French, Basic Swahili , Native
SKILLS
OBJECTIVE
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• Strong communication skills ( both oral & written) • Confident and creative • Analytical and decisive • Leader and team player • Assertive and resilient • Willingness to continue learning • Mature disposition • Obedient to superiors To be a dynamic employee in my carrier path who utilizes creativity, leadership and team work to reach the highest echelons in an organization with hard work, dedication and constant endeavors to perform and give results in time.
PORTFOLIO WORK CONTACT CV/INFO
Logo designs PAGE
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Label design and name plays a major role in branding. Especially when new product is being introduced to the market, the label design can in fact, make or break the success of the brand. No matter how excellent the quality of the product itself, the packaging design is the first thing that customers see and become the basis of most customers when deciding to buy the product or not. The work of a graphic designer is very crucial to the success of a brand. To make a brand stand out, I come up with unique and creative packaging designs to meet market needs.
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Brochure/Flyer designs PAGE
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Business Cards designs PAGE
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Calendar designs PAGE
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