Hi, I’m Ken Oluwasijibomi Orimalade. I’m a creative director and designer with over 15 years of experience in advertising, design, and brand communications. I thrive on leading creative teams, developing campaigns that resonate, and delivering award-winning design solutions for global and local brands. I’m known for blending strategic thinking with strong design execution to bring brands to life. I’m passionate about building strong visual identities and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding work across branding, digital, and print. I enjoy mentoring junior designers and shaping processes that improve project turnaround and impact.

KEN OLUWASIJIBOMI ORIMALADE

Hi, I’m Ken Oluwasijibomi Orimalade. I’m a creative director and designer with over 15 years of experience in advertising, design, and brand communications. I thrive on leading creative teams, developing campaigns that resonate, and delivering award-winning design solutions for global and local brands. I’m known for blending strategic thinking with strong design execution to bring brands to life. I’m passionate about building strong visual identities and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding work across branding, digital, and print. I enjoy mentoring junior designers and shaping processes that improve project turnaround and impact.

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Hi, I’m Ken Oluwasijibomi Orimalade. I’m a creative director and designer with over 15 years of experience in advertising, design, and brand communications. I thrive on leading creative teams, developing campaigns that resonate, and delivering award-winning design solutions for global and local brands. I’m known for blending strategic thinking with strong design execution to bring brands to life.

I’m passionate about building strong visual identities and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding work across branding, digital, and print. I enjoy mentoring junior designers and shaping processes that improve project turnaround and impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Symbiosis C2D Comms Ltd.
July 1, 2015 - November 4, 2025
Lead creative strategy and execution across campaigns, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Directed cross-functional teams to deliver innovative designs for branding, digital, and print. Championed new design processes that improved project turnaround by 25%.
Deputy Creative Director at SO&U Nigeria Ltd.
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2015
Oversaw creative development for top-tier clients across advertising and branding. Enhanced campaign effectiveness by introducing fresh creative concepts.
Senior Art Director / DTP at Firehouse Nigeria Ltd.
July 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Managed design and production of high-profile advertising materials. Mentored junior designers and fostered a collaborative creative environment.
Art Director at Glo Mobile Limited
February 1, 2011 - February 1, 2011
Created and executed visual campaigns that strengthened brand visibility nationwide. Collaborated with marketing teams to produce impactful ATL & BTL campaigns.
Graphic Artist at Tristar Travels & Cargo Services
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Produced engaging visuals and print materials for the travel and logistics industry.
Graphic Artist at Excellence Study Centre
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Designed educational materials and promotional visuals for study programs.
Illustrator at Literamed Publications Nig. Ltd.
August 1, 2003 - August 1, 2003
Illustrated book and magazine materials, including cover designs and internal illustrations.
Illustrator at Literamed Publications Nig. Ltd.
December 1, 2000 - December 1, 2000
Illustrated book and magazine materials, including cover designs and internal illustrations.
Deputy Creative Director at SO&U Nigeria Ltd.
August 1, 2014 - June 1, 2015
Oversaw creative development for top-tier clients across advertising and branding. Enhanced campaign effectiveness by introducing fresh creative concepts.
Senior Art Director / DTP at Firehouse Nigeria Ltd.
May 1, 2011 - July 1, 2014
Managed design and production of high-profile advertising materials. Mentored junior designers and fostered a collaborative creative environment.
Art Director at Glo Mobile Limited
August 1, 2005 - February 1, 2011
Created and executed visual campaigns that strengthened brand visibility nationwide. Collaborated with marketing teams to produce impactful ATL & BTL campaigns.
Graphic Artist at Tristar Travels & Cargo Services
September 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Produced engaging visuals and print materials for the travel and logistics industry.
Graphic Artist at Excellence Study Centre
October 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Designed educational materials and promotional visuals for study programs.

Education

Higher National Diploma (HND), Graphic Design at Yaba College of Technology
January 1, 2002 - November 4, 2025
National Diploma (ND), Art & Design at Lagos State Polytechnic
January 1, 1999 - November 4, 2025
Senior Secondary School Certificate at Ijeshatedo Boys Secondary School, Lagos
January 1, 1996 - November 4, 2025
Creative Thinking Training Programme at Image Consultants
January 1, 2008 - November 4, 2025
Higher National Diploma (HND), Graphic Design at Yaba College of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma (ND), Art & Design at Lagos State Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999
Senior Secondary School Certificate at Ijeshatedo Boys Secondary School, Lagos
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996
National Diploma (ND) at Lagos State Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999
Higher National Diploma (HND) at Yaba College of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
Senior Secondary School Certificate at Ijeshatedo Boys Secondary School, Lagos
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Creative Thinking Training Programme
January 1, 2008 - November 4, 2025
Creative Thinking Training Programme
January 1, 2008 - January 31, 2026
Creative Thinking Training Programme
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
Member, Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON)
January 11, 2030 - January 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Software & Internet