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appolonia
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Selangor, Petaling Jaya
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Member since: Jun 8, 2026

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About Me

Hey! I'm Appolonia Tesera, a professional illustrator and experienced creative leader with over 6 years of experience in the creative industry. I’ve partnered with agencies and brands like Digi Telco, IWRAW Asia Pacific, UNHCR, New Naratif, D8, BFM, Daikin, Sunway, and Manulife, turning abstract ideas into visuals that engage and resonate. Browse my portfolio here https://www.appoloniatesera.com/

Current Status

Unemployed

Language

Spoken

English

Written

Working Experience

1 Nov, 2024 - 13 May, 2026

Creative Project Manager

Ooroboros Sdn. Bhd., Petaling Jaya, Petaling, Selangor, MYS

Company Type

SME

Position

Senior Manager

Specification

Advertising / Media Planning

Roles

Supervisor / Team Lead

Lead and manage multiple creative projects from brief to delivery across industries including business, finance, law, events, travel, government, and NGOs—working with brands like D8 Group, BFM, Daikin, Sunway, and Manulife (Zoho One)
• Develop clear creative briefs and translate client objectives into impactful, strategic content with cross-functional teams
• Act as the main client liaison, managing communication, expectations, and project updates end-to-end
• Facilitate ideation and guide creative direction across campaigns and multimedia outputs (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
• Oversee production and execution of digital assets, including graphics, video, and campaign content
• Identify risks, solve problems proactively, and maintain efficient workflows throughout the project lifecycle
• Design and manage website projects, focusing on UI/UX, structure, and content (WordPress)

1 Aug, 2023 - 1 Sep, 2024

Creative Lead

Mischief Managed Solutions Sdn. Bhd., Petaling Jaya, Petaling, Selangor, MYS

Company Type

SME

Position

Manager

Specification

Advertising / Media Planning

Roles

Supervisor / Team Lead

Oversee the creative process end-to-end, delivering projects on time and within budget across fashion, lifestyle, F&B, international hotels (YTL, Ritz-Carlton, Marriott), and eco-conscious initiatives (Notion, Asana)
• Lead and collaborate with copywriter and marketing team, providing clear direction to drive strong, cohesive outcomes
• Define and communicate creative vision while guiding and building brand identities for SMEs and niche markets
• Ensure high-quality creative output across all digital assets and deliverables (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Plan and organise social media content with the marketing team for consistent and strategic rollout
• Direct and execute photography, including art direction and final edits
• Apply creative problem-solving to resolve challenges efficiently while staying current with industry trends and best practices

1 Feb, 2021 - 31 Jul, 2023

Lead Graphic Designer

CzipLee Retail Sdn. Bhd., Petaling Jaya, Petaling, Selangor, MYS

Company Type

Public Listed Company

Position

Senior

Specification

Art & Creative

Roles

Graphics Designer

Lead and execute campaigns and on-ground events at venues like Mid Valley Southkey, Bangsar Village, and Pavilion, while being the face of the art and journaling community (Google Workspace, Eventbrite)
• Work closely with the design team to develop distinctive, eye-catching visuals across digital and print (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Build and engage the CzipCommunity across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Mailchimp through content, conversations, and campaigns (Meta Business Suite, TikTok Analytics, Mailchimp)
• Track, analyse, and optimise platform performance to continuously improve reach, engagement, and conversions (Google Analytics, Meta Insights)

1 Mar, 2020 - 31 Jan, 2021

Junior Graphic Designer

Me Books Asia Sdn. Bhd., Johor Bahru

Company Type

SME

Position

Junior

Specification

Digital Media

Roles

Digital Designer

Execute design work for campaigns, events, and marketing initiatives under the direction of the lead designer (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Develop and illustrate company mascot branding across mixed media (Procreate, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Collaborate with sister company CzipLee on joint campaigns and events
• Create illustrations and visuals for the MeBooks e-book app, tailored for children and parents
• Manage and organise data for e-commerce book listings, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Collaborate with local authors and artists to develop creative content and partnerships

1 Jul, 2019 - 31 May, 2021

Freelance Illustrator

New Naratif, Remote

Company Type

Other

Position

Junior

Specification

Art & Creative

Roles

Illustrator

• Worked closely with Editor‑in‑Chief Charis Loke to understand the editorial vision and key messaging for the NN Explains: Pragmatism feature.
• Designed and illustrated visual narratives that interpreted the concept of pragmatism in the context of Singapore’s 2020 General Election, making complex ideas accessible to readers.
• Applied journalistic insight and critical storytelling skills to reinforce the role of visual media in thoughtful reporting and journalism as a form of civic engagement, ensuring illustrations aligned with New Naratif’s editorial integrity.

Skill Sets

Brand Design
Branding Strategies
Business & Marketing
Custom Website
Event marketing
Exhibition design
Illustration
Photo Editing & Retouching
Product Photography
Visual Illustration
Graphic Design
Website Development
Project Management
Art Direction

Tools & Software

Adobe Acrobat
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Animate
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe XD
Procreate
WordPress
Adobe Creative Suite
Procreate Dreams

Additional Information

Owns Transportation

No

Owns Laptop

Yes

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