I'm Alfred Machado, a creative director and art director with 8+ years shaping brand identities, storytelling, and cross-platform creative strategy. I translate business objectives into compelling visuals that drive engagement and conversions. I’ve led design teams, built brand identity systems, and delivered performance-driven content across digital, social, print, and live events. I’m known for elevating brands through strategic creative direction and innovative design execution. I enjoy collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, product, and performance teams to produce scalable, conversion-focused assets for campaigns, websites, and experiences.

Alfred Machado

I'm Alfred Machado, a creative director and art director with 8+ years shaping brand identities, storytelling, and cross-platform creative strategy. I translate business objectives into compelling visuals that drive engagement and conversions. I’ve led design teams, built brand identity systems, and delivered performance-driven content across digital, social, print, and live events. I’m known for elevating brands through strategic creative direction and innovative design execution. I enjoy collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, product, and performance teams to produce scalable, conversion-focused assets for campaigns, websites, and experiences.

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I’m Alfred Machado, a creative director and art director with 8+ years shaping brand identities, storytelling, and cross-platform creative strategy. I translate business objectives into compelling visuals that drive engagement and conversions. I’ve led design teams, built brand identity systems, and delivered performance-driven content across digital, social, print, and live events.

I’m known for elevating brands through strategic creative direction and innovative design execution. I enjoy collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, product, and performance teams to produce scalable, conversion-focused assets for campaigns, websites, and experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chichewa; Chewa; Nyanja
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Intermediate

Work Experience

Art Director at Lymehaus
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead creative vision and design execution for multiple brands, ensuring consistency across digital and experiential campaigns.
Senior Art Director at Corporate Graphics
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed 30+ integrated brand campaigns across finance, FMCG, and public health; shaping visual storytelling and brand perception.
Art Director at Corporate Graphics
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Conceptualised and created visually appealing designs for a variety of platforms including websites, social media, digital ads, print materials, and marketing assets. Collaborated cross-functionally with the accounts team to deliver scalable creative solutions. Managed multiple design projects concurrently while meeting deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Corporate Graphics
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Produced cross-platform creative assets for major clients in telecom, banking, and public health. Collaborated with marketing teams to deliver audience-focused storytelling across digital and print campaigns.
Web & UX Manager
January 1, 2022 - Present
Conducted UX audits and redesigned client websites, improving mobile usability and bounce rates. Implemented data-driven design changes, increasing lead capture by 25%.
Video Editor at HD Plus Creations – Malawi
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Produced award-winning video content for TVCs, documentaries, and corporate reels. Streamlined post-production processes, reducing delivery time by 30%.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management at MANCO SA, South Africa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Diploma in Information Technology at NAC IT, Malawi
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Advanced Google Data Analytics at Coursera
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce at Google / Coursera
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Project Management Certificate at Alison
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Advanced Google Data Analytics
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Project Management Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Healthcare, Financial Services, Education, Professional Services