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3 Oct, 2022 - 28 Jun, 2026

Art Director

Golazo, Nairobi

Company Type

Multinational Corporation

Position

Art Director

Specification

Advertising / Media Planning

Roles

Creative

• Led development and execution of creative concepts for digital products and campaigns, ensuring alignment with client objectives and brand identity across all visual touchpoints.
• Spearheaded the creation and implementation of a comprehensive design system in Figma, increasing workflow efficiency and ensuring brand consistency across all visual materials.
• Integrated AI-assisted creative workflows using Midjourney, Runway, and Heygen to accelerate concept ideation, campaign asset production, and motion content—reducing production timelines significantly.
• Directed and mentored a team of designers, providing clear creative direction, conducting structured feedback sessions, and fostering professional development.
• Collaborated closely with copywriters, product managers, and account managers to ensure the cohesive and impactful delivery of projects.
• Presented and pitched design concepts and prototypes to clients and stakeholders, clearly articulating visual strategy and creative rationale.

1 Apr, 2021 - 28 Sep, 2021

Freelance Designer

Pro Mediafire, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Company Type

Multinational Corporation

Position

Junior Art Director

Specification

Art & Creative

Roles

Graphics Designer

• Created innovative visual concepts for digital and print applications across more than 30 campaigns.
• Designed custom illustrations, iconography, and assets for social media advertising, web, and client projects.
• Delivered a wide range of design solutions for client advertisements, social media, and print/web needs.

1 Dec, 2017 - 3 Sep, 2022

Consultant Art Director

Village Creative Group, Nairobi

Company Type

Other

Position

Art Director

Specification

Art & Creative

Roles

Art Director

• Conceptualized and created intuitive user interfaces and visually compelling designs for digital advertising campaigns, branding materials, and marketing assets.
• Created interactive prototypes and wireframes to effectively communicate design concepts and user flows to clients and development teams.
• Translated client requirements into high-impact visual designs by working closely with account management to understand user and business needs.
• Began incorporating AI image tools for rapid concept exploration, enabling faster iteration and more diverse creative directions during the ideation phase.
• Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on design best practices and fostering professional growth.
• Presented design concepts to clients, articulating creative thinking and ensuring alignment with client expectations and brand guidelines.

2 Jan, 2017 - 21 Nov, 2017

Consultant Creative

Scanad, Nairobi

Company Type

Public Listed Company

Position

Junior Art Director

Specification

Art & Creative

Roles

Graphics Designer

• Created innovative visual concepts for digital and print applications across more than 30 campaigns.
• Designed custom illustrations, iconography, and assets for social media advertising, web, and client projects.
• Delivered a wide range of design solutions for client advertisements, social media, and print/web needs.

7 Jan, 2012 - 1 Dec, 2016

Creative Designer

East Africa Educational Publishers (EAEP), Nairobi

Company Type

Public Listed Company

Position

Junior

Specification

Printing/Packaging/Publishing

Roles

Publishing Designer

• Conceptualized and designed custom branding and marketing materials for a diverse range of clients.
• Designed and produced effective, user-friendly book layouts for high school students, colleges, and magazines, focusing on clear information architecture.
• Provided strategic design advice to clients on maximizing marketing performance through effective visual communication.