I’m looking for opportunities to apply my skills in WordPress website design, social media management, and creative design while growing professionally. I enjoy working with innovative teams, building engaging digital experiences, and helping brands improve their online presence and visibility.
UTHMAN IDOWU
@uthmanidowu
Creative WordPress designer and social media manager helping brands grow with engaging websites and digital content.
What I'm looking for
Creative digital professional skilled in Social Media Management, WordPress Website Design, Product Design, and Creative Branding. Experienced in building responsive websites, managing digital content, and creating engaging brand experiences for businesses across multiple industries. Passionate about combining creativity, strategy, and modern design tools to deliver impactful digital solutions that support business growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Social Media & Comms
Communication and Social Robotics Lab
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Curated multi-platform content strategies to increase lab visibility and audience interaction by 55% on LinkedIn and Facebook. Created research-focused content (infographics, event promotions, project highlights) to maintain consistent branding and communication goals.
WordPress website designer
Dmidigitalmarketing
Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Managed and designed responsive WordPress websites for clients, focusing on user experience, performance, and modern design. Worked with Elementor, WordPress development tools, and website management to create functional and visually engaging websites. Also supported digital marketing efforts, content updates, and brand visibility across online platforms.
Advisory Board Manager
World Technology Partners
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Reviewed emerging technology and science research proposals aligned with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from student competitors across multiple regions. Positioned the organization’s brand across website, LinkedIn, and YouTube and ran LinkedIn campaigns that increased proposal entries for the 2023 and 2024 competitions by 90%.
Trainer and Director of Communications
Digital Gen Foundation
May 2020 - Present (6 years 1 month)
Directed and facilitated 50+ meetups and conferences, training 1,000+ youth in grassroots digital literacy and skills annually. Built a communication framework that increased donor engagement by 80% and executed social and press campaigns that drove 70% growth in training event registrations.
Social Media Management
Digital Home
Jan 2024 - Nov 2024 (10 months)
Led social media strategies to drive 60% visibility and account growth on Facebook and TikTok. Managed content calendars, used videos and carousels to boost interaction, and improved content engagement rates by 25% through ongoing performance monitoring.
Marketing & SEO Strategist
RADD LLC
Jul 2021 - Aug 2024 (3 years 1 month)
Led multi-channel organic marketing (social media, SEO, and content marketing) to increase monthly lead generation by 30%. Improved website SEO (metadata, Alt text, keywords, Core Web Vitals, and Local SEO), driving increased organic traffic and a 90% surge in brand impressions.
Website Designer & Management
DMi Digital Marketing
Oct 2019 - Aug 2024 (4 years 10 months)
Designed and developed 80+ WordPress websites across healthcare, fitness, entertainment, compliance, and technology, focusing on mobile responsiveness and usability. Led full-cycle website development (ideation to deployment and maintenance) and conducted SEO audits to improve load times, visibility, and overall site traffic.
Lead Web & SEO Manager
Diriyah Consulting
Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)
Developed and optimized a fully responsive website to enhance user experience and boost brand visibility by 80%. Implemented SEO plans (keyword optimization, meta tags, and sitemap development) to increase website traffic by 50% and improved rankings and conversion rates by 80% across the MENA region.
Social Media Management
Ash Beckham
Aug 2023 - Jan 2024 (5 months)
Implemented a personalized social media strategy that increased account reach by 80% and supported follower growth of 50%. Used data-driven insights to improve CTR by 30% and strengthen engagement across multiple campaigns.
Marketing & Public Relations
Nigerian Shippers Council
Jun 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 6 months)
Planned and executed 10 high-profile social events (seminars, workshops, get-togethers) for the council. Published 300+ news stories and increased Instagram followers by 1,000 in three months while drafting and distributing monthly press releases for media outreach.
Lead Social Media Strategist
Blooming Colored Girls
Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)
Developed content calendars and social posting strategies for Instagram and Facebook, increasing followership by 70%. Planned campaigns using analytics to grow account reach by 80% and raise content interaction rates by 30%.
Event & Communication Manager
AIESEC
Mar 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 9 months)
Planned and executed AIESEC’s tech event, attracting 500+ students from Nigerian universities. Promoted the event via social media, Eventbrite, and student blogs, managed logistics (banners, T-shirts, invitation letters), and led partnership outreach with university stakeholders.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Federal University of Technology, Minna
Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Technology, Industrial Technology
2019 - 2025
Grade: Second Class Upper Honors
Activities and societies: Taught website design and graphic design to 100+ students; organized technology events on campus.
B.Tech in Industrial Technology at Federal University of Technology, Minna, graduating with Second Class Upper Honors with strong coursework in digital media, web technologies, content creation, marketing communication, and educational technology. Taught website design and graphic design to 100+ students and organized campus technology events to support practical learning and innovation.
Federal University of Technology
Bachelor of Industrial Technology, Industrial Technology
2019 - 2025
Grade: 3.8
Activities and societies: Member of student academic groups and design/tech-focused communities. Participated in collaborative projects involving web design, digital creativity, and technical presentations. Engaged in skill-building activities around UI/UX design, WordPress development, and creative technology applications.
Studying Industrial Technology with a focus on practical application of technology in design and production systems. Gained skills in problem-solving, technical design, and digital tools. Developed strong interest in web design, UI/UX, and creative digital solutions through academic and personal projects.
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