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Nelson

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I am a Lagos-based graphic designer, visual storyteller, and illustrator who enjoys turning ideas into engaging visual experiences.

About

I am a Lagos-based graphic designer, visual storyteller, and illustrator who enjoys turning ideas into engaging visual experiences. My work spans children’s books, book covers, comic art, character design, logos, flyers, social media graphics, and other marketing materials for print and digital platforms.

I bring a thoughtful, end-to-end approach to every project, from early concepts and storyboards through sketching, design development, and production-ready delivery. I enjoy collaborating with authors, publishers, agencies, and brands to create polished visuals that communicate clearly, connect with audiences, and support meaningful creative and marketing goals.

  • Joined September 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Financial Services

Projects · 3

Professional branding and marketing design for fitness coaches. I create brand identities, workout ebooks, and social media templates that help trainers stand out and look as professional as their programming.

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Designer
  • Flyer Designer
  • +2

Branding for BALNCE, a Pilates and movement practice in London. Backed by the idea that balance is not stillness, it’s a thousand small adjustments, control and breath, held quietly. The crane represents poise that looks effortless. Mindful movement, core strength, and breath, in a space that feels calm.

  • Ad Designer
  • Book Cover Designer
  • Designer
  • +2

Editorial design

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Designer
  • Flyer Designer
  • +2

Work experience· 4 roles

Graphic Designer & Illustrator · Self-EmployedAug 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

Visual Designer and Illustrator specializing in children’s book illustrations, custom book covers, comic art, logos, and marketing design. Experienced in delivering high-impact print and digital graphics for global clients from initial concept to production-ready files.

Graphic & Brand Designer · Digital Media AgencyMay 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

Designed high-converting promotional banners, flyers, pitch presentations, and social media assets for diverse brand campaigns. Developed complete brand identity systems including logo design, color schemes, and marketing collateral to increase client audience engagement.

Children’s Book & Comic Illustrator · Independent PublishingFeb 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 10 mos

Crafted original digital artwork, custom book covers, sequential comic panels, and character designs for authors and publishers. Managed full visual projects from initial storyboarding and sketch phases through to final print-ready CMYK execution.

Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator · Self-EmployedJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art & Design · University of Lagos2018 – 2022

Focused on visual storytelling, digital illustration, graphic design principles, typography, and publication layout.

Advanced Professional Diploma in Graphic & Digital Design · Bizmarrow Technologies2023 – 2025

Completed intensive practical training in digital painting, vector graphic design, publication typography, and web layout design using industry-standard tools.

Diploma in Digital Illustration & Graphic Design · Online Certification2025

Specialized training covering character conceptualization, digital comic creation, brand identity systems, and production preparation for print and web media.

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art & Design · University of Lagos2018 – 2022

Certifications and awards

Advanced Professional Diploma in Graphic & Digital Design2023 – 2025
Diploma in Digital Illustration & Graphic Design2025

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