Welby Olubayo
@welbyolubayo
Creative graphic designer with expertise in multimedia and communication.
What I'm looking for
As a dedicated graphic designer with a strong foundation in mass media and communication, I have honed my skills through various internships and freelance projects. My journey began with a Graphic Design Internship at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, where I collaborated with seasoned designers to create engaging graphics for social media and television. This experience ignited my passion for visual storytelling and set the stage for my future endeavors.
Over the years, I have expanded my expertise by working with organizations like Noble Missions Africa and The 47 Investments, where I designed annual reports and promotional materials. My role as a Database Curator at Viberate allowed me to sharpen my analytical skills while managing and editing data to enhance the accuracy of analytics. Currently, I am a Freelance Graphic Designer, where I continue to create impactful designs tailored to client needs, demonstrating my commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Worked with clients to create designs that meet their needs, including social media graphics and typesetting for books.
Consultant
Mkuki na Nyota Publishers
Jul 2024 - Oct 2024 (3 months)
Designed promotional materials and book covers, creating layouts and typesetting for various projects based on client briefs.
Database Curator
Viberate
Jan 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 8 months)
Managed and edited database entries to improve analytics accuracy, ensuring data integrity for artist and festival information.
Intern
The 47 Investments
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)
Designed graphics for social media and collaborated with the team to create promotional documents, enhancing marketing efforts.
Graphic Design Volunteer
Noble Missions Africa
Jul 2018 - Jul 2018 (0 months)
Designed an annual report based on a brief and materials provided by the organization, showcasing design skills for non-profit work.
Graphic Design Intern
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
Jan 2018 - Sep 2018 (8 months)
Assisted contracted designers in creating graphics for social media and TV, contributing to daily graphic needs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mount Kenya University
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Media and Communication
2019 - 2023
Grade: Second Class Upper Division
Studied Mass Media and Communication, focusing on various aspects of media production, communication theories, and practical skills in media-related fields.
Multimedia University
Diploma, Journalism
2016 - 2018
Pursued a Diploma in Journalism, gaining skills in news writing, reporting, and multimedia journalism.
Shang Tao Media Arts College
Certificate, 3D Animation and Multimedia
2014 - 2015
Completed a Certificate in 3D Animation and Multimedia, learning the fundamentals of animation, design, and multimedia production.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Portfolio
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