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Murphy Sawyerr

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I’m Murphy Sawyerr, a Nigerian digital illustrator and creative professional who enjoys turning concepts into polished visual stories.

About

I’m Murphy Sawyerr, a Nigerian digital illustrator and creative professional who enjoys turning concepts into polished visual stories. I’ve supported fast-moving creative teams by translating briefs into high-quality artwork, collaborating with creative leads, and delivering on tight publishing deadlines.

Beyond illustration, I also bring a strong operations and numbers background from managing high-volume financial transactions with accuracy and compliance. I like coordinating work, supporting smooth day-to-day business operations, and helping ideas grow into results through consistent execution.

  • 17 years' experience
  • Joined September 2026

Industry experience

  • Financial Services
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate & Construction

Work experience· 12 roles

Head IllustratorJan 2022 – Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Contributed to digital illustration work and creative content creation during the period indicated on the resume.

Cashier · United Bank for Africa (UBA)Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Managed high-volume financial transactions with 100% accuracy. Identified and mitigated fraudulent activities through meticulous documentation, verification, and profiling. Maintained daily ledgers and ensured compliance with banking regulations in a fast-paced environment.

Illustrator (Head of Creative Department) · Tagcomics, Ojudergeru, LagosJan 2019 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo
Digital Illustrator · Tag ComicsJan 2019 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo
Digital Illustrator / Head Illustrator · T.AG ComicsJan 2018 – Jan 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Illustrator · Dot-Av Comics, Ikeja, LagosJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos
Illustrator / Creative Department · Free Medigitals, Mike Adegbite Street, Lekki Phase 2, LagosJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos
Illustrator / Creative Department · Free Me DigitalJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Education· 10

B. Sc. in Accounting · Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma2013 – 2016
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) · Royal Comprehensive College, Ipaja2016 – 2017
West African Senior School Certificate (O-Level) · Bamak International School, Ipaja1989 – 1993
BSc Accounting · Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (Edo State)2013 – 2016

Certifications and awards

Primary School Leaving Certificate1994
Photoshop2030 – 2026
Corel Draw2030 – 2026
Clip Studio Paint2030 – 2026

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