I am an innovative lead designer with over a decade of experience in transforming brand identities and enhancing user experiences across digital platforms. My passion lies in leveraging emerging technologies to optimize design processes and enhance creative output.

James

I am an innovative lead designer with over a decade of experience in transforming brand identities and enhancing user experiences across digital platforms. My passion lies in leveraging emerging technologies to optimize design processes and enhance creative output.

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I am an innovative lead designer with over a decade of experience in transforming brand identities and enhancing user experiences across digital platforms. My passion lies in leveraging emerging technologies to optimize design processes and enhance creative output.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Designer - Graphic & Product at Big Pond Podcasts
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed the company’s logo, brand elements, and comprehensive brand guidelines. Redesigned the website UI and Dashboard, thereby improving user engagement and navigation. Developed visually compelling sales pitch decks and merchandise designs, while leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows.
Senior Digital Designer at University of Baltimore
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Redesigned the web UI for the University’s Career Center, improving user engagement by 80%. Ensured brand consistency across digital campaigns and aligned design with marketing goals, enhancing interactions.
Lead Designer/Art Director at Lluminate Ltd.
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2025
Directed brand and marketing design for fintech and consumer campaigns. Established brand guidelines and mentored junior designers to execute event designs, improving brand perception by 30%.
Product Designer at BizEdge
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Designed Figma prototypes for a learning platform and created engaging landing pages aimed at enhancing usability and engagement.
Lead Graphic/Brand Designer at The Concept Group
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Collaborated with marketing and product teams to translate business objectives into compelling visual storytelling, optimizing paid media and improving audience engagement.
Marketing Designer at AT3 Resources
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Led designs for national campaigns and crafted impactful illustrations for digital experiences that improved usability and engagement.
Brand & Marketing Designer at Nairabox
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Developed high-impact decks for partners, enhancing brand alignment and communication. Designed premiere assets for a major film campaign.
Creative Design Lead at i-Represent Int. Documentary Film Festival
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Built compelling presentation decks and marketing materials, enhancing publicity for film screening events.

Education

Masters of Arts at University of Baltimore
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bsc. at University of Lagos
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Product Design at Torilo Academy
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Graphic Design Certificate at University of Colorado, Boulder
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Graphic Design Certificate at CMM Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026

Qualifications

Design Excellence Award
January 1, 2025 - February 3, 2026
Winner of Student Veteran Association Logo Design Competition
January 1, 2024 - February 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services