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Abdulrazak Bombata

North York,Ontario

Summary

Contact I'm a Creative Designer from Lagos with a great interest in Product design, Digital Marketing, Branding & Packaging, Industrial design and photography. I have 10 years of experience working as a freelance and resident designer. I’m ready to work with any innovative team. I love working with people, especially if they have the same passion I have for what they do.

I am a versatile Creative and brand designer with a passion for creating visually captivating experiences. With a solid background in both graphic design and branding, I possess the ability to craft compelling visual identities that resonate with target audiences. Through my creative mindset and meticulous attention to detail, I consistently deliver exceptional design solutions that effectively communicate brand messages. My expertise spans across various mediums, including digital and print, allowing me to adapt seamlessly to diverse projects. With a proven track record of meeting deadlines and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, I am dedicated to driving results and exceeding client expectations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Brand and Product Design

Interswitch
09.2019 - 04.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Identify opportunities for new products
  • Analyze how a new product ties in with market needs and consumer preferences
  • Set design requirements based on briefs from internal teams and external partners
  • Research materials and techniques
  • Sketch drafts on paper or digitally (for example, using CAD)
  • Use 3D modeling software to design products and components
  • Produce prototypes and test functionality
  • Improve design of existing products
  • Gather feedback from product users

Marketing Communications Consultant

THE HOUSE
03.2019 - 08.2020
  • Created fresh, attractive designs with crisp graphics and engaging copy.
  • Executed marketing and sales plans to consistently achieve territory targets.
  • Led strategic development and implementation of clients' branding and marketing plans.
  • Managed consistent design theme, look and content of organization's online presence.
  • Coordinated effective placements of media announcements, billboards and print ads for maximum effectiveness and exposure.
  • Supported internal teams with knowledgeable communications and marketing advice, helping each meet targets while maintaining cohesive organizational strategy.
  • Maintained positive relationships with external marketing and PR teams, optimizing value with collaborative approach.
  • Coached executives on key talking points and communication strategies for different audiences.
  • Reviewed and approved imagery and text to keep communications in line with brand ideals.
  • Used needs assessment, problem-solving, negotiating and analytical skills to develop and present proposals for service for current and potential customers.
  • Constructed targeted promotion strategies such as discounts designed to enhance customer retention.
  • Analyzed customer feedback, web statistics, claims information and program participation levels to assess impact of communications plan.
  • Oversaw social media strategies, paid media advertising, email blasts and database management.

Marketing Communications, Web Design

Miniso Lifestyle, Nigeria
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Contributed expertise to multiple committees to enhance outreach and branding strategies.
  • Boosted ***** ratings by **% through targeted social media marketing campaign.
  • Developed user interfaces with modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Used content creation tools and digital media to design web sites.
  • Collaborated with project managers and development team to brainstorm new ideas.
  • Prioritized and problem-solved several tasks concurrently with minimum supervision.
  • Documented project changes in team manuals for future reference and use.
  • Handled clerical duties for web development staff to keep the department running smoothly.
  • Investigated resulting impacts on application concurrency to improve procedures.

Creative Consultant

IL Bagno Nigeria
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Understanding the needs of clients and finding creative ways to solve their problems
  • Preparing impeccable proposals and design briefs and pitching them to clients or stakeholders.
  • Providing creative counsel via email, video, voice calls, or in person
  • Equipping clients with resources and tools they can use in future projects
  • Identifying weaknesses in a campaign, design, or project and suggesting improvements
  • Collaborating with clients and other specialists, but also completing tasks unsupervised.
  • Defending creative decisions in an appropriate manner.

Graphics Designer

Revilo Company Ltd/Omenka Gallery
03.2015 - 02.2017
  • Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
  • Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks.
  • Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
  • Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry.
  • Created motion graphics and video content for websites and applications.
  • Created 3D models and animation for video games and other interactive projects.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
  • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
  • Created broad range of work using various design techniques
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods
  • Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks

Education

Master of Science - Project Management - Industrial Technology

Canadore College
Ontario, Canada
05.2024

Diploma - Diploma, Digital Marketing

Digital Marketing Institute, Ireland
Ireland
04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Bowen University
Iwo, Nigeria
06.2013

Senior School Certificate, WAEC/NECO -

Air Force Comprehensive School
Ibadan, Nigeria
07.2007

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Indesign
  • Analytical Skills
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Figma
  • Miro
  • E Mail Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • UX Research
  • Digital Display Advertising
  • Analytics
  • Illustration
  • Content marketing
  • Design thinking
  • Human-computer interaction
  • Project management
  • Good sense for typography
  • Color theory knowledge
  • Image editing
  • Web usability
  • Interface design
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Communication Skills
  • Technical Skills
  • Management Skills
  • Time Management Skills Presentation Skills
  • Reporting Skills
  • UI /UX Design
  • Branding
  • Minimal Photography
  • Graphics Design

Timeline

Brand and Product Design

Interswitch
09.2019 - 04.2023

Marketing Communications Consultant

THE HOUSE
03.2019 - 08.2020

Marketing Communications, Web Design

Miniso Lifestyle, Nigeria
08.2017 - 01.2019

Creative Consultant

IL Bagno Nigeria
06.2016 - 02.2018

Graphics Designer

Revilo Company Ltd/Omenka Gallery
03.2015 - 02.2017

Master of Science - Project Management - Industrial Technology

Canadore College

Diploma - Diploma, Digital Marketing

Digital Marketing Institute, Ireland

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Bowen University

Senior School Certificate, WAEC/NECO -

Air Force Comprehensive School
Abdulrazak Bombata