Derrick Kamau
@derrickkamau
Multidisciplinary creative designer with expertise in brand identity.
What I'm looking for
I am a multidisciplinary creative designer with 5 years of hands-on experience in advertising, brand identity, motion design, and e-commerce content development. My journey has allowed me to deliver over 50 cross-channel campaigns and brand transformations for top-tier organizations across East Africa. I have managed digital assets for companies operating in Kenya, Rwanda, and South Africa, supporting visual storytelling and marketing initiatives that reached thousands of users.
My expertise lies in developing creative visual concepts for branding and marketing campaigns, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with client visions. I excel in remote collaboration, utilizing modern design and communication tools to work effectively with multi-country teams. I am passionate about staying updated with industry trends and incorporating innovative design techniques into my projects, which has consistently led to successful outcomes and enhanced brand visibility.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Graphic Design Consultant
Moreman Holdings
Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
As a Graphic Design Consultant, I developed creative visual concepts for branding and marketing campaigns, collaborating closely with clients to deliver design solutions that align with their vision. I managed multiple design projects from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to deadlines.
Graphic Design Specialist
Nova Pioneer
May 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 8 months)
In my role at Nova Pioneer, I designed over 100 promotional materials across various channels, enhancing the school's branding visibility. I collaborated with international marketing teams and coordinated social media content planning to drive engagement across multiple campuses.
Regional Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager
Kasha Technologies Ltd
Nov 2019 - Jan 2022 (2 years 2 months)
As a Regional Graphic Designer, I led visual development for e-commerce platforms in the women's health sector. I directed digital advertising campaigns, produced marketing creatives, and oversaw remote project execution, enhancing brand consistency and consumer trust.
Junior Graphic Designer
Blue Antelope Ltd
Jan 2019 - Oct 2019 (9 months)
In my position as a Junior Graphic Designer, I developed branding and launch assets for various client projects, delivering impactful designs for FMCG and service clients. I supported remote collaboration and directed brand storytelling through visual assets.
Graphic Designer Intern
Blue Antelope Ltd
Oct 2018 - Jan 2019 (3 months)
During my internship at Blue Antelope Ltd, I assisted in developing branding assets and supported various design projects. I gained hands-on experience in graphic design and collaborated with senior designers to refine my skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nova Pioneer
Graphic Design Specialist Certificate, Graphic Design
2022 - 2024
Pursuing a Graphic Design Specialist Certificate, focusing on creating promotional materials and enhancing school branding visibility across multiple channels.
Domestika
Certificate in Social Media Management & Instagram Strategy, Social Media Management
2021 -
Completed a Certificate in Social Media Management & Instagram Strategy, learning to enhance brand visibility and engagement through social media platforms.
Harvard University
Certificate in Copyrighting, Copyrighting
2019 -
Completed a Certificate in Copyrighting, focusing on the principles of copyright law and its application in creative industries.
Nairobits Digital School
Diploma in ICT, Graphic Design
2018 -
Completed a Diploma in ICT with a focus on Digital Media Training, gaining skills in graphic design and digital content creation.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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