DSDereje Sebsibe
@derejesebsibe
Creative Director and Brand Identity Designer with 15+ years crafting bold, cinematic brand experiences.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Creative Director and Brand Identity Designer with over 15 years of hands-on experience bringing visions to life through bold creative direction, brand development, and cinematic storytelling. I lead creative teams, direct photography, and develop visual systems that create lasting brand impressions.
My background includes progressive roles from Graphic Designer to Art Director, Senior Graphic Designer, Creative Manager and currently Creative Director, delivering design, retouching, layouts, and strategic creative briefs across agencies and client teams.
I hold a Bachelor in Business Management and emphasize skill development, collaborative leadership, and measurable brand impact—creating stories and identities that inspire and endure.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Creative Director
Zeleman Communications
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Leads creative direction and brand development, producing cinematic storytelling and visual identities across campaigns; managed creative output since appointment and guided teams to deliver cohesive brand work.
Creative Manager
Habesha Breweries
Dec 2017 - Feb 2024 (6 years 2 months)
Oversaw creative projects and brand initiatives across the organisation, coordinating design production and skill development over a six-year tenure to strengthen brand consistency.
Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer
Zeleman Communication
Dec 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years)
Directed art and creative production, designed layouts, led photography direction, and executed retouching and concept development to deliver integrated visual campaigns.
Senior Graphic Designer
Astar Advertising
Jan 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 10 months)
Produced senior-level graphic design work, developing campaign assets and visual concepts to support advertising initiatives and client briefs.
Graphic Designer
Cactus Communications Ethiopia
Nov 2010 - Feb 2013 (2 years 3 months)
Designed visual materials and supported creative production across projects, contributing to brand and marketing collateral over a multi-year period.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BUBahir Dar University
Bachelor of Business Management, Business Management
Completed undergraduate studies in business management with focus on business administration and management principles.
Availability
Location
EthiopiaAuthorized to work in
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