Hi, I’m
Zakiya Majamanda
Syston,Leicestershire
Summary
Creative Art & Design graduate with hands-on experience in social media, digital content, and visual storytelling. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, with strong organisational, communication, and independent working skills. Eager to join a Digital Marketing Apprenticeship to learn and progress further.
Overview
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Penguin Pre-School – Whitwick St John the Baptist Whitwick, Leicestershire
Nursery Assistant (Work Placement)
03.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Designed and delivered engaging activities for 30+ children weekly, tailored to different age groups and learning needs.
- Maintained safe, organised environments, managing 3 activity zones daily with strict attention to detail.
- Communicated clearly and professionally with children, parents, and staff, providing daily updates and progress reports.
- Balanced teamwork and independent tasks, creating lesson plans and supporting colleagues on group projects.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, handling last-minute schedule changes and special requests efficiently.
- Monitored and recorded progress, tracking development milestones for each child with accurate reporting.
- Boosted engagement and participation, increasing session involvement by 20% through creative activity design.
Education
Loughborough CollegeLoughborough, UK
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Year 2 from Art & Design
09/2024 - 08/2025
Loughborough CollegeLoughborough, UK
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Year 1 from Art & Design
09/2023 - 08/2024
Loughborough CollegeLoughborough, UK
GCSEs from English Language
01/2024 - 01/2025
Loughborough CollegeLoughborough, UK
BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate from Art & Design
09/2022 - 08/2023
Loughborough CollegeLoughborough, UK
GCSE from Mathematics
09/2024 - 08/2025
Skills
Technical / Digital Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom
- Social Media Marketing: Campaign Planning, Hashtag Research, Engagement Strategy
- Website & SEO: Wix Website Management, SEO, Analytics Tracking
- Content Creation & Management: Photography, Video Editing, Social Media Scheduling
- Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint
- Visual Content Design: Graphics & Layout Creation
- SketchUp: 3D Visual Content & Creative Design
Professional / Soft Skills
- Adaptable, Self-Motivated
- Eager Learner
- Positive Attitude
- Reliable
- Independent
- Good Communication
- Team-Oriented
- Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving
- Attention to Details
PROJECTS & DIGITAL MARKETING EXPERIENCE
Photography Instagram Account Management | Personal Project | 2024–2025
- Built and managed a photography Instagram account, creating a consistent visual brand and storytelling style.
- Designed, scheduled, and promoted content, growing engagement and attracting potential clients.
- Edited all visuals in Adobe Lightroom to ensure high-quality, professional presentation.
- Analysed audience data to improve content strategy and increase engagement.
Brand Identity & Marketing Guide – Interior Design Business | College Project | 2024
- Developed a complete brand identity, including logo, typography, colour palette, and marketing materials.
- Created digital and print assets aligned with a multi-channel marketing strategy.
- Produced a professional brand guide using Adobe InDesign to maintain consistency across all platforms.
- Presented concepts with mock-ups, mood boards, and layouts, demonstrating real-world marketing applications.
Portfolio Website | Personal Project | 2025
- Designed and launched a portfolio website on Wix.com to showcase digital design and photography work.
- Focused on UX, responsive design, and consistent branding to communicate a professional personal brand.
- Curated content and visuals to engage visitors and highlight creative skills.
- Demonstrated ability to self-promote and present projects effectively in a digital environment.
REFERENCES
- Tracy Goddard
Deputy Leader, Penguin Pre-School – Whitwick Street, John
📧 whitwick@whitwickce.leics.sch.uk | 📞 01530 832116
- Gary Stefanetti
Curriculum Manager, Art & Design, Loughborough College
📧 Gary.Stefanetti@loucoll.ac.uk | 📞 01509 215831
Languages
English
Intermediate
Timeline
Nursery Assistant (Work Placement)
Penguin Pre-School – Whitwick St John the Baptist
03.2021 - 12.2021
Loughborough College
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Year 2 from Art & Design
09/2024 - 08/2025
Loughborough College
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Year 1 from Art & Design
09/2023 - 08/2024
Loughborough College
GCSEs from English Language
01/2024 - 01/2025
Loughborough College
BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate from Art & Design
09/2022 - 08/2023
Loughborough College
GCSE from Mathematics
09/2024 - 08/2025
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