I am a goals driven, self motivated art director with a keen desire to learn and share knowledge. I have acquired skills and experience in advertising and developed strong interpersonal skills and work ethics built on creativity and integrity. I enjoy creating compelling visuals and collaborating with creative teams to produce designs that make an impact. When I'm not working, I like photography, drawing & painting, reading, and hiking.

Dedan Karuri

I am a goals driven, self motivated art director with a keen desire to learn and share knowledge. I have acquired skills and experience in advertising and developed strong interpersonal skills and work ethics built on creativity and integrity. I enjoy creating compelling visuals and collaborating with creative teams to produce designs that make an impact. When I'm not working, I like photography, drawing & painting, reading, and hiking.

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I am a goals driven, self motivated art director with a keen desire to learn and share knowledge. I have acquired skills and experience in advertising and developed strong interpersonal skills and work ethics built on creativity and integrity. I enjoy creating compelling visuals and collaborating with creative teams to produce designs that make an impact. When I’m not working, I like photography, drawing & painting, reading, and hiking.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Art Director at Kreative Heads International / Ovidian Outdoor Ad / Mega Media International
January 1, 2001 - January 11, 2030
Responsible for studying design briefs, determining requirements, scheduling projects and defining budget constraints. Conceptualize visuals based on requirements, prepare rough drafts, develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand. Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design, test graphics across various media, amend designs after feedback, and ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.
Operator and Vinyl Graphic Installer at Not specified
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Operator of Vutech, Polar Jet, Roland, Jetview large format roll-to-roll printers using ColorBurst and Wasach RIP software. Vinyl graphic installation including vehicle and indoor commercial graphics, production of cut vinyl graphics using Flexi design software, weeding and masking cut vinyl graphic production techniques. Responsible for printing, production and packaging of signage for clients including LifeTime Fitness, packaging and distribution shipping with UPS. Participated in industry trade shows and networking events to enhance brand visibility and worked closely with internal departments to ensure seamless delivery of finished products, fostering collaboration across teams.

Education

Diploma in Information Technology at Jomo Kenyatta University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
K.C.S.E at St Pauls’ High School - Kevote
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1999
Diploma at Jomo Kenyatta University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
High School Diploma at St Pauls’ High School - Kevote
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Diploma in Graphic design
June 9, 2025 - June 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail