Handymen - Working specialties
Experience:
The Evangelist Newspaper, Benin City
Graphics Designer /Reporter (Part Time) 2017 – 2023
• Develop newspaper layouts for monthly editions, including writing headlines and selecting fonts.
• Created graphics, illustrations, and infographics to accompany articles.
• Developed storyboards for ads and promotional materials, presented to clients.
• Collecting, verifying and analyzing thoroughly newsworthy information
Veritas Newspaper (Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City Newspaper)
Graphics Designer /Photographer (Part Time) 2017 – 2023
• Develop newspaper layouts for monthly editions, including writing headlines and selecting fonts.
• Created graphics, illustrations, and infographics to accompany articles.
• Take pictures of events for the newspaper.
• Collecting, verifying and analyzing thoroughly newsworthy information.
Floreat Systems Printing Press, Benin City
Graphics Designer 2011 – 2022
• Create print materials such as Books, brochures, flyers, logos, posters, and packaging designs according to client specifications.
• Designed and developed templates for a variety of print materials using CorelDRAW Graphic Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Managed print production projects from start to finish, ensuring that projects were completed on time and on target.
Education:
University of Benin
BSc, Social Works - 2023
NIIT Diploma in Graphic Design - 2013
Skills:
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Packages e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Proficient in the use of design tools e.g., Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, illustrator, InDesign) Adobe Express, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite.
• Office Management
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinker
• Concise Time Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Active listener
• Patience
• Empathy
• Graphic Design
Additionally:
As someone with experience in the media and publishing industry, I’m thrilled at the opportunity to bring my unique style and passion for creativity to your organization. During my previous role at Floreat Systems Printing Press, I was responsible for all aspects of Graphic Design and Quality Control, from Magazines, Brochure, Invitations, Flyers, Banners, Branding, Book Publishing to marketing collaterals. This role provided significant insight into the full branding lifecycle, which allowed me to deliver more effective and impactful designs. As a result, product sales exceeded company expectations by 20%. I am Skilled in CorelDraw Graphic Suit, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and other few with more than 6 years of experience in the newspaper, printing and publishing industry.