Seeking a challenging role that leverages my graphic design skills and experience to create innovative and engaging marketing, educational and publishing materials.
Edna Oduor
@ednaoduor
I am a highly skilled graphic designer with a strong background in industry-standard design software
What I'm looking for
With a proven track record of producing high-quality work that is both innovative and timeless, I excel in several tech tools, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Blender, Figma, Adobe XD, Canva, and Animation software.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong understanding of design principles, including composition, colour theory, perspective, and visual storytelling. I am well-versed in creating engaging and visually appealing educational materials, including textbooks, workbooks, teacher guides, and supplementary materials.
I am a strong communicator and team player, with experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including editors, proofreaders, and production staff, to ensure smooth project coordination and adherence to project specifications.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
• Assigned seasonal continuous consultancies in several of the leading curriculum publishing companies in Kenya.
• Developing and designing engaging educational materials, including textbooks and supplementary resources.
• Implementing design solutions aligning with educational objectives and curriculum standards according to KICD (Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development) guidelines
Graphic Designer
Nation Media Group
Oct 2023 - Feb 2024 (4 months)
Proofreading and editing clients' copy for obituaries, classified ads, and semidisplays.
Layering out ads following the in-house design style.
Adapting designs to fit different platforms and formats, such as various newspaper sizes and layouts.
Receiving and incorporating feedback from editors, clients, or other stakeholders into design revisions.
Ensuring that the layout is visually appealing and
Graphic Designer
Moran Publishers Limited
Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 (4 months)
Developing and designing engaging and visually appealing educational materials, including textbooks, workbooks, teacher guides, and supplementary materials.
Implementing design solutions that align with educational objectives, curriculum standards, and target audience needs.
Applying consistent branding elements to ensure a cohesive and recognizable identity across various educational products.
Digital Arts Tutor
Caplora International School
May 2022 - May 2023 (1 year)
Designing and delivering engaging and comprehensive digital arts curriculum tailored to students of various skill levels, ages, and interests.
Instructing students in the use of digital art tools and software, including Adobe Creative Suite(Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) Figma and Canva.
Teaching fundamental design principles such as composition, colour theory
Graphic Design Consultant
East African Educational Publishers Ltd
Feb 2022 - Apr 2022 (2 months)
Providing consultancy services in design in regards to CBC book layout.
Utilizing Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other industry-standard tools to create and edit graphics, illustrations, and page layouts.
Implementing efficient workflow processes and maintaining meticulous attention to detail to meet project deadline and quality standards.
Graphic Designer
Storymoja Africa
Aug 2021 - Feb 2022 (6 months)
Creating high-quality books, digital content, marketing, and corporate design collateral that meet the expectation of customers.
Collaborating closely with writers, editors, and instructional designers to conceptualize and create engagin cover designs, layouts, and illustrations for textbooks, workbooks, and supplementary educational material.
Translating complex educational concepts into visually
Graphic Design Intern
Radio Africa Group
Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (4 months)
Assisting the design team in creating educational graphics and layouts for digital and print materials.
Contributing to brainstorming sessions for new design concepts and product ideas.
Supporting the design and production process, including image editing, color
Utilizing Adobe CreSuite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other industry-standard tools to creat and edit graphics, illustrations,
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Software and tools used professionally
Google Cloud Platform
Gmail
Google Fonts
Adobe Fonts
Google Analytics
Figma
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe XD
Adobe InDesign
Slack
Google Cloud Code
JavaScript
Python
HTML5
CSS 3
Google Workspace
Asana
Google Cloud SQL
Adobe Illustrator
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Canva
Blender
Google Ads
AutoCAD
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