Over 15 years of experience, I’m a versatile graphic designer and illustrator who creates strong visual solutions for B2B clients, international NGOs, and global tech platforms. I’m recognized as an exclusive contract designer and template creator for major creative ecosystems, specializing in minimalist flat design, scalable vector illustration, and customizable digital templates.

Makmun Arif

Over 15 years of experience, I’m a versatile graphic designer and illustrator who creates strong visual solutions for B2B clients, international NGOs, and global tech platforms. I’m recognized as an exclusive contract designer and template creator for major creative ecosystems, specializing in minimalist flat design, scalable vector illustration, and customizable digital templates.

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Over 15 years of experience, I’m a versatile graphic designer and illustrator who creates strong visual solutions for B2B clients, international NGOs, and global tech platforms. I’m recognized as an exclusive contract designer and template creator for major creative ecosystems, specializing in minimalist flat design, scalable vector illustration, and customizable digital templates.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Exclusive Contract) at Andelo
October 1, 2025 - Present
Created high-impact educational infographics and public health collateral while overseeing end-to-end graphic design projects for Australian NGOs and healthcare districts (including RSPCA, SLHD, and TAC). Worked with cross-functional international teams to adhere to brand guidelines and translated complex data into readable vector illustrations using Adobe Illustrator and Figma in a remote setup.
PSD Template Designer (Exclusive Contract) at Freepik
August 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025
Developed a premium, trend-driven catalog of fully editable PSD templates using highly organized layers and smart objects. Expanded Freepik’s specialized repository for global users by ensuring editability, structure, and consistency across template packs.
Template Designer (Exclusive Contract) at Kittl
August 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Developed highly customizable and structurally complex graphic templates for Kittl’s SaaS platform. Expanded premium offerings while ensuring a seamless, user-friendly editing experience aligned with modern aesthetics and platform-specific technical requirements.
Mockup Designer (Exclusive Contract) at Freepik
March 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Crafted photorealistic, high-resolution mockup templates using precise technical rendering in Adobe Photoshop. Delivered top-tier, user-friendly files to the premium library with attention to realism and production-ready output.
Template Designer (Exclusive Contract) at Vecteezy
August 1, 2023 - Present
Spearheaded creation of highly customizable, user-centric design templates for Vecteezy’s in-browser editing platform. Supported strategic expansion and significantly enhanced UX for non-professional designers by designing templates that are easy to edit and visually consistent.
Element Creator at Canva
September 1, 2021 - Present
Created and released an extensive collection of superior vector components for Canva’s global creative library, enabling millions of users to create marketing campaigns. Maintained a high acceptance rate by navigating demanding QA and approval processes, ensuring assets matched strict technical requirements and modern visual trends.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Exclusive Contract) at Vecteezy
October 1, 2020 - July 31, 2023
Produced high-impact digital assets as an exclusive partner, expanding Vecteezy’s premium vector offerings and supporting global company growth through consistent delivery of quality, trend-aligned visuals.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Exclusive Contract) at Freepik
June 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023
Managed a premium portfolio of thousands of exclusive vector assets over seven years, consistently producing high-quality, trend-aligned illustrations that supported Freepik’s global market position. Created and delivered visual assets aligned with microstock expectations for variety and editorial readiness.
Graphic Illustrator at Inmagine Group
November 1, 2014 - March 31, 2016
Developed premium illustration and graphic design content for the group’s global creative ecosystem, including major platforms like 123RF.com and StockUnlimited.com (discontinued). Ensured quality control across diverse portfolios, enhancing the overall commercial value of agency creative stock.
Graphic Designer at PT. Varnion Technology Semesta
October 1, 2011 - October 31, 2014
Designed dynamic visual communications and corporate imagery for an IT company. Executed specialized illustration and promotional designs while maintaining consistent visual rejuvenation to strengthen the company’s marketing initiatives and brand identity.
Founder, Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Self-employed) at Revoltan Studios
April 1, 2007 - Present
Directed an independent creative studio partnering with international organizations to deliver high-impact visual assets including marketing infographics, event site maps, and public reform storyboards. Supplied minimalist flat vector elements to microstock platforms (including Adobe Stock) to help businesses maintain consistent, visually clear brand communications.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication Design at Institut Seni Indonesia (ISI)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Diploma in Visual Communication Design at Akademi Desain Visi (ADVY)
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare