I am a versatile professional with a proven ability to connect effectively with diverse groups and tackle challenges with a positive, opportunity-driven mindset. My expertise spans Graphic design, Book Design and Layout, Color management, Typography, Project management, Administrative functions, Finance, and Customer relations. With substantial freelance experience working with reputable companies, I am now seeking a full-time opportunity where I can leverage my practical skills and contribute meaningfully to both your organization and the community.…

Queenie Hayford

I am a versatile professional with a proven ability to connect effectively with diverse groups and tackle challenges with a positive, opportunity-driven mindset. My expertise spans Graphic design, Book Design and Layout, Color management, Typography, Project management, Administrative functions, Finance, and Customer relations. With substantial freelance experience working with reputable companies, I am now seeking a full-time opportunity where I can leverage my practical skills and contribute meaningfully to both your organization and the community.…

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I am a versatile professional with a proven ability to connect effectively with diverse groups and tackle challenges with a positive, opportunity-driven mindset. My expertise spans Graphic design, Book Design and Layout, Color management, Typography, Project management, Administrative functions, Finance, and Customer relations. With substantial freelance experience working with reputable companies, I am now seeking a full-time opportunity where I can leverage my practical skills and contribute meaningfully to both your organization and the community.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Remote) at Binary Means
November 30, 2021 - August 8, 2025
Led the Graphic Design team, overseeing creative direction and ensuring brand consistency across all projects; created engaging social media content to boost brand presence and audience engagement; collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop visual assets for marketing campaigns and product launches.
Graphic Designer at Binary Means (Remote)
November 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025
Led the Graphic Design team, overseeing creative direction and ensuring brand consistency across all projects. Created engaging social media content to boost brand presence and audience engagement. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop visual assets for marketing campaigns and product launches.
Graphic Designer at Ghandour Cosmetics Limited
November 1, 2021 - Present
Developed concepts, graphics, and layouts for new products and packaging to align with brand identity and marketing strategies. Served as the in-house Graphic Designer, creating and developing visual content across various platforms. Designed and produced social media content to engage and attract target audiences. Created and developed graphic publications for media, including advertisements, promotional materials, and digital assets.
Graphic Designer at Mindset Marketing Consult
March 1, 2020 - August 8, 2025
Led creative brainstorming sessions to develop unique branding strategies for clients; designed compelling visual assets and artworks for marketing campaigns in print and digital media; managed and created content for social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
Graphic Designer at Ghandour Cosmetics Limited
March 1, 2020 - Present
Developed concepts, graphics, and layouts for new products and packaging to align with brand identity and marketing strategies; served as the in-house Graphic Designer, creating and developing visual content across various platforms; designed and produced social media content to engage and attract target audiences; created and developed graphic publications for media including advertisements, promotional materials, and digital assets.
Graphic Designer at Mindset Marketing Consult
March 1, 2020 - August 8, 2025
Led creative brainstorming sessions to develop unique branding strategies for various clients. Designed compelling visual assets and artworks for marketing campaigns, including print and digital media. Managed and created content for social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
Lead Graphic Designer at Custom and Print Ghana
May 1, 2019 - August 8, 2025
Designed realistic and visually appealing artworks for T-shirt printing tailored to client specifications; conducted research on trending topics to create relevant and engaging designs aligned with client preferences; managed the color separation process for T-shirt production ensuring high-quality prints and accurate colors.
Lead Graphic Designer at Custom and Print Ghana
May 1, 2019 - August 8, 2025
Designed realistic and visually appealing artworks for T-shirt printing, tailored to client specifications. Conducted research on trending topics to create relevant and engaging designs that align with client preferences. Managed the color separation process for T-shirt production, ensuring high-quality prints and color accuracy.
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Masterman Publication Limited
August 1, 2018 - August 8, 2025
Redesigned existing books to align with current market trends and enhance visual appeal. Typeset children’s books and novels, ensuring readability, aesthetic quality, and adherence to publishing standards.
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Masterman Publication Limited
September 1, 2016 - August 8, 2025
Redesigned existing books to align with current market trends and enhance visual appeal; typeset children’s books and novels ensuring readability, aesthetic quality, and compliance with publishing standards.
Teaching and Research Assistant at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) - Department of Publishing Studies
September 1, 2016 - August 8, 2025
Assisted lecturers with coursework and the teaching of undergraduate students in the Department of Publishing Studies. Organized and led tutorial classes to facilitate deeper discussions on topics covered during lectures. Graded coursework and assessed practical sessions to evaluate student progress and performance. Supported classroom management to ensure smooth academic sessions. Collaborated with lecturers on research topics, contributing to academic publications and studies.

Education

B.A Publishing Studies at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
WASSCE at Kumasi Wesley Girls’ High School
September 1, 2010 - May 1, 2013
B.A Publishing Studies at Kwame Nkrumah University Science & Technology
September 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017
WASSCE at Kumasi Wesley Girls’ High School
September 1, 2010 - May 31, 2013

Qualifications

Print Promotion (Corporation for the promotion of the printing and paper converting Industry - Germany)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Print Promotion Specialist Teachers Training Seminar (AZP Training Centre for Graphic Arts - Germany)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
International Design Conference (Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: The Role of Indigenous Design Concepts)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Creative Revolution (Split Seconds creative and comms with Roland Bruce)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Using Digital Media Marketing to Convert Customers
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Creating a Unique Brand Identity
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Figma Design Basics and Features and User Interface Design with Figma
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Print Promotion (Corporation for the promotion of the printing and paper converting Industry -Germany)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Print Promotion Specialist Teachers Training Seminar (AZP Training Centre for Graphic Arts -Germany)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
International Design Conference (Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: The Role of Indigenous Design Concepts)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Creative Revolution (Split Seconds creative and comms with Roland Bruce)
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Using Digital Media Marketing to Convert Customers
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Creating a Unique Brand Identity
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Certificate Figma Design Basics and Features and User Interface Design with Figma
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services