2014 Graphic Design
Portolio by Shahzad Kashif
“The life of a designer is a life of fight. Fight against the ugliness. Just like a doctor fights against disease. For us, the visual disease is what we have around, and what we try to do is cure it somehow with design� Massimo Vignelli
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DESIGNER’S STATEMENT Welcome to my Graphic Design Portfolio
I’m Shahzad Kashif, a freelance graphic designer working with the clients around the Globe to help with Logo Design, Corporate Identity and other Stationary Design for both print and screen. My work focuses on achieving business goals through simplicity and clarity in design.
WHY SHOULD YOU HIRE ME? With 10 years experience working as a graphic designer, I have worked with a variety of companies locally and internationally, designing and producing quality print and digital design solutions. Offering unique solutions for each client is a major strength, with effective visual design driving brand recognition and customer response. As a creative thinker, I work efficiently and effectively whilst exploring options within the task at hand.I ensure that all the work I produce is top quality.
SERVICES CORPORATE BRANDING Logo Design
this is your visual voice that tells the world who you are and what you stand for.
Brand Management
strengthen your brand with consistent and accurate reproduction across all mediums.
Business Cards
an essential sales tool, these should reinforce your visual voice and leave a lasting impression.
Corporate Collateral
stationery, pres folders, annual reports - all important applications of your brand.
Corporate Signage
outdoor, reception, vehicle, conference - create marketing tools not just signs.
Email Design
professional email templates transform everyday emailing into an effective branding exercise.
Digital Presentations
powerpoint slides & presentations - don't jeopardise business opportunities with poor visuals.
PROMOTION Printed Marketing Tools
flyers, brochures, posters - invest in one that gets looked at, not thrown away.
Print Advertising
magazines & newspapers are filled with ads, make sure yours stands out from the rest.
Outdoor Advertising
billboards, trains, trams, buses, a high impact medium requiring high impact visuals.
Employment History
Education
Al Tareeqah Management Studies September 2012 to Continue Position: Working as a Graphic Designer Sharjah - United Arab Emirates.
I find the internet, with its fast library of information, to be one of the greatest places to research, study and expand my skill set. However since 2002 finishing Intermediate Degree, I have completed the following courses at different colleges.
Al-Rafay Screen Printing January 2012 to September 2012 Position: Working as a Graphic Designer Lahore - Pakistan.
Certificate in Microsoft Office Vectra College of Information Technology Township Lahore-Pakistan.
3 Months
Khaibar Printing Press L.L.C. July 2010 to December 2011 Position: Worked as a Graphic Designer Ajman - United Arab Emirates.
Certificate in Basic Graphic Design Vectra College of Information Technology Township Lahore-Pakistan.
6 months
Pakiza Computer (Advertising Agency) June 2009 to July 2010 Position: Worked as a Senior Graphic Designer Lahore - Pakistan.
Certificate in Advanced Graphic Design Michigan International College Faisal Town Lahore - Pakistan.
6 months
Software Proficiency
Raja Enterprises (Garment Printing Industry) January 2006 to June 2009 Position: Worked as a Designer Lahore - Pakistan
I have extensive knowledge of many software. Listed are those which I use on a regular basis:
Pakiza Computer (Advertising Agency) August 2003 to December 2005 Position: Worked as a Graphic Designer Lahore - Pakistan
This is my preferred application and I have been using since 2005, I use Photoshop for creating layouts for most of my designs as well as retouching and manipulating photos.
INTERNSHIP Creative Computer (Advertising Agency) November 2002 to August 2003 Position: Worked as a Designer
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illsutrator
Although I am more comfortable with pixels rather than vectors, I have had plenty of experience creating layouts, illustrating & designing with these application.
Coreldraw
I have been using CorelDRAW extensively since 2004 and consider myself to be an expert user, though I have some knowledge using Adobe InDesign. I have some good knowledge of the following technologies Adobe InDesign , Macromedia Flash, Swish Max, Inpage (Urdu & Arabic Software) & I have a good typing speed in English 90 wpm.
Client Feedback Shahzad Kashif is an extremely talented graphic designer. His knowledge for design coupled with his understanding of brand identity, truly made my job easier. Shahzad has an outstanding ability to complete complex projects rapidly in order to meet deadlines. In addition to his talent as a designer, I believe Shahzad's ability to be organized, even within chaos makes him one of the best designers I have had the privilege to work with. Barney Stewart www.mmpindustrial.com.au New Zealand
August 2014
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Client Feedback “I truly enjoy working with Shahzad. He has a great attitude, a willingness to ‘get the job done’ even under unreasonable timelines and he’s self-motivated…and best of all, he’s highly creative.” Jean-Miguel Ferreira Vancouver, Canada
ENERGY DRINK LABEL May 2014
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Client Feedback Shahzad is enthusiastic, friendly and fast! He manages multiple projects with ease and helps distill direction from different managers into a cohesive product that gets the point across with style–then delivers on time. Switzerland
CHEESE LABEL April 2012
Client Feedback “Shahzad is a true pleasure to work with. He always comes up with unique and creative ideas. Giving great direction as well as listening to ideas is what makes Shahzad an amazing creative professional. Jan Brinkmann www.programmierenlernen.info Schlangen
BOOK COVER April 2014
http://jobs.designcrowd.com/job.aspx?id=430360
Client Feedback Our organization is very happy with the work performed by Shahzad. Great work! Eric Ferguson
BOOK COVER March 2012
POSTER August 2014
http://poster.designcrowd.com/contest.aspx?id=683920
August 2014
Client Feedback We used Shahzad Kashif to design our magazine style guide. The quality of his service, and his attention to detail and schedule were outstanding. Cyrus www.cphoto.com.au Australia
ADVERTISEMENT March 2012
Client Feedback Shahzad is an absolute pleasure to work with. He always comes through with fabulous ideas, on time and on budget. Helen Peng www.allenlee.com.au Australia
POSTER September 2014
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RICE BAGS March 2012
FLYER March 2012
Client Feedback Shahzad Kashif provided excellent service for us and was very patient and professional throughout the design process even though we had to make several changes. Great results, good value, on time. www.pipelinebrickell.com Miami, Florida
FLYER September 2012
Client Feedback Designing my point of sale with Shahzad Kashif was an easy process. Applying his experience and knowledge to my general ideas and direction lead to a design I am very pleased with. www.scss.org.au Queensland, Australia
TRI FOLD BROCHURE September 2012
Client Feedback "Shahzad really understood what we wanted done, provided us with new ways of thinking about doing things, got things done quickly and well, and was extraordinarily helpful at every step. He is responsive, creative, and talented." www.law4all.us.com Baltimore, Maryland USA
FLYER May 2012
ROLLUP BANNER September 2012
SIGN BOARD
Client Feedback “We are very pleased with our new brand identity and the way Shahzad Kashif conducts his business. It has been a great experience working with him.� www.xtclighting.com Toronto, Canada
June 2013
LOGO
Client Feedback Our organization is very happy with the work performed by Shahzad Kashif. He worked extremely quickly, helping us meet deadlines, and was quick and responsive in all email communication. Nicole Duguay www.solaceinteriors.ca Canada
March 2012
Client Feedback Shahzad Kashif upholds their commitment to excellent, high quality and timely deliverables.
Danielle Maylyn www.daniellemaylyn.com
September 2013
LOGO
Client Feedback I love the the mark feels tall Just what
new logo. Particularly how can stand on its own. It and proud and powerful. I was looking for.
Vaman Purohit www.zest89.com.au Melbourne, Australia
http://jobs.designcrowd.com/job.aspx?id=604012
June 2014
Client Feedback Thanks for all your excellent work, we really appreciate it.
www.kognos.com.br Santa Catarina, Brazil
September 2013
LOGO
Client Feedback Just to let you know we are delighted with the design, and would like to thank you for your efforts. www.meganice.dk Viborg, Denmark
March 2014
Client Feedback Thank you for all your good work in creating and refining the one live life. live it healthy. It has a ‘presence’ which feels right. www.lendyour.com New Zealand
September 2013
LOGO
Client Feedback Shahzad was able to produce a logo that captured our brand attributes with a strong attention to detail. The service was delivered in a professional manner with a commitment to deadlines and a focus on customer expectation. Carlos Funez www.morenoscafe.com
September 2014
LOGO 2014
LOGO 2014
BUSINESS IDENTITY June 2014
NEWS PAPER ADVERTISEMENT September 2012
http://businesscard.designcrowd.com/contest.aspx?id=691645
August 2014
BUSINESS CARD
July 2014
http://jobs.designcrowd.com/job.aspx?id=643391
http://jobs.designcrowd.com.au/job.aspx?id=736904
BUSINESS CARD
December 2013
September 2014
FLYER
POSTER
FILE FOLDER
BROCHURE
Cbs
CD COVER
Vehicle Sticker
PACKAGING
PACKAGING
PACKAGING + T-SHIRT
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WEB BANNER
CALENDER DESIGN
Take up one idea. Make that one idea your life think of it, dream of it, live on that idea. Let the brain, muscles, nerves, every part of your body, be full of that idea, and just leave every other idea alone. This is the way to success. Swami Vivekananda
WHO I AM?
Shahzad Kashif Graphic Designer
CALL ME
00971 50 782 7657
Thank you I very much appreciate you taking the time to look at my portfolio. I am a very hard working designer and would love the chance to work with you. For any further information about me and my work please feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail.
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