I seek a creative role where I can provide design solutions to deliver measurable impact, and work with bold, growth-focused companies.
Akocho John Ijachi
@akochojohnijachi
Senior Art Director and Graphic Designer driving brand growth through creative storytelling and design.
What I'm looking for
Creative and results-driven Art Director, Graphic Designer and Marketing Strategist with over 8 years experience delivering impactful campaigns and brand experiences for leading international companies across Finance, FMCG, Entertainment, Health and Technology. Skilled at transforming ideas into powerful visuals and strategies that engage audiences, drive customer acquisition, and elevate brand value.
I have worked on high-profile projects for global brands such as Toyota, Samsung, Friesland, TCL, Oppo, Nestle, AbinBev, Coca Cola, FirstBank, DSTV and many others managing campaigns that boosted engagement, increased visibility, and delivered business objectives. My expertise spans graphic design, advertising, branding, UI/UX design, project management, and creative direction, supported by strong technical skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, motion graphics, and digital content creation.
Currently pursuing an MBA in Project Management at GBS Malta, I bring not only creative expertise but also strategic business acumen and leadership skills. I excel in cross-functional collaboration, team leadership, and delivering results under tight deadlines in fast-paced international environments.
I am now seeking opportunities on a global scale where I can contribute my creativity, marketing expertise, and project management skills to help brands grow and stand out in competitive markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Art Director
So&U M&CSAATCHI Africa
Aug 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 9 months)
Directed creative execution for FirstBank Nigeria’s multi-channel campaigns achieving 65%+ customer engagement and led FirstBank’s 130th anniversary identity and multi-market communications.
Creative Lead & Graphics Designer
BZLL Studio
Jan 2023 - Jul 2023 (6 months)
Led creative direction for music and festival projects driving 100,000 first-week streams and 25% festival sales growth while reducing costs by 15% through optimized design and branding.
Creative Strategist & Art Director
FreeNation Media Inc
Mar 2022 - Dec 2022 (9 months)
Directed online and live campaigns generating 9,000+ registrations, 30,000+ livestream views, and managed a $100K project to on-time delivery while increasing outreach by 55%.
Senior Graphic Designer
IOM Agency
Oct 2021 - Feb 2022 (4 months)
Led design and content direction for DSTV and African Cup of Nations promotions, improving audience participation by 35% and boosting brand visibility by 25%.
Graphic Designer
Oracle Experience Agency
Nov 2017 - Oct 2021 (3 years 11 months)
Produced brand-consistent designs and experiential event branding that drove audience engagement by 65% for clients including Nigerian Breweries and mobile handset launches.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GBS Malta
Master of Business Administration, Project Management
2025 -
Enrolled in an MBA in Project Management at GBS Malta, EQF level 7.
Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON)
Professional Diploma, Advertising
2023 - 2023
Completed a Professional Diploma in Advertising awarded by the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria, EQF level 5.
Univelcity
Professional Course, Product Design (UI/UX)
2020 - 2020
Completed a professional course in Product Design (UI/UX) at Univelcity.
02 Academy Lagos
Professional Course, Brands & Marketing Communications
2017 - 2017
Completed a professional course in Brands & Marketing Communications at 02 Academy Lagos.
Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi
Bachelor of Science (Education), Mathematics/Statistics
2009 - 2013
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Statistics at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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