I am a graphic design specialist with over 15 years of experience translating organizational vision into compelling visual identities across print, digital, and brand applications. I excel at turning strategy into effective graphics, managing visual identities for publications, marketing materials, and social media campaigns. I’ve led branding initiatives, mentored students in practical design, and collaborated with editorial and production teams to deliver consistent, high-quality output. I am proficient in Corel Draw, Adobe Creative Suite, and print production, and I also create short brand videos for social platforms.

Awodire Ebenezer

I am a graphic design specialist with over 15 years of experience translating organizational vision into compelling visual identities across print, digital, and brand applications. I excel at turning strategy into effective graphics, managing visual identities for publications, marketing materials, and social media campaigns. I’ve led branding initiatives, mentored students in practical design, and collaborated with editorial and production teams to deliver consistent, high-quality output. I am proficient in Corel Draw, Adobe Creative Suite, and print production, and I also create short brand videos for social platforms.

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I am a graphic design specialist with over 15 years of experience translating organizational vision into compelling visual identities across print, digital, and brand applications. I excel at turning strategy into effective graphics, managing visual identities for publications, marketing materials, and social media campaigns.

I’ve led branding initiatives, mentored students in practical design, and collaborated with editorial and production teams to deliver consistent, high-quality output. I am proficient in Corel Draw, Adobe Creative Suite, and print production, and I also create short brand videos for social platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Artist at Covenant University
January 1, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of innovative concepts to enhance the university's creative identity; managed the visual identity of university magazines; maintained and elevated the brand image through continuous improvement initiatives; designed communication materials for university management; collaborated with editorial and social media teams to create marketing materials and engaging graphics; designed graphics for conferences; revamped the university's letterhead, business cards, and PowerPoint templates now used by over 600 staff; taught practical graphic design to final-year students.
Graphic Artist at Goals & Ideas Marketing Communications
January 1, 2012 - October 2, 2025
Developed creative concepts independently and orchestrated the visual identity of client messages across various platforms; supervised external suppliers, photography, and illustration teams to ensure budget adherence and cost savings; designed a calendar for a pharmaceutical company to effectively showcase their brand relevance.
Creative Consultant at Divine Act Communications
January 1, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated on conceptualizing and developing illustrative concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across all media; created mechanical/production art when necessary; advised clients on branding strategies to enhance awareness without excessive expenditure; approved proofs and supervised press runs to ensure output quality.
Senior Art Director (Creative) at K2COM Advertising
January 1, 2009 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of advertising and marketing concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across diverse media; supervised external suppliers handling designs, photography, and illustrations; approved proofs and supervised press runs; participated in presentations and marketing activities; maintained reference material and enforced strict design standards.
Branding Manager at Cyber Gen Print
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded marketing efforts with a focus on promotional advertising; supervised monogram and heat transfer design projects; led the development and delivery of brand plans; provided input on brand briefing, pricing strategy, and product lifecycle maintenance.
Graphic Artist at Interactive Media Limited
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Orchestrated the layout of images and text for printed media; designed a diverse range of materials including magazines, brochures, and posters; executed corporate identity design and created impactful visuals for various platforms.
Senior Graphic Artist at Covenant University
January 1, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of innovative concepts to enhance the university's creative identity; managed the visual identity of university magazines to ensure cohesive designs; maintained and elevated the brand image through continuous improvement; designed communication materials for university management with consistent visual representation; collaborated with editorial and social media teams to produce marketing materials and engaging graphics; designed graphics for conferences (posters, handbills, certificates); revamped letterhead, business cards, and PowerPoint templates used by over 600 staff; contributed to teaching practical graphic design to final-year students.
Graphic Artist at Goals & Ideas Marketing Communications
January 1, 2012 - Present
Developed creative concepts independently and orchestrated the visual identity of client messages across multiple platforms; supervised external suppliers, photography, and illustration teams to ensure budget adherence and cost savings; designed a calendar for a pharmaceutical company, effectively showcasing the brand’s relevance.
Creative Consultant at Divine Act Communications
January 1, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated on conceptualizing and developing illustrative concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across all media; created mechanical/production art when necessary to ensure cost-effective solutions; advised clients on strategies to enhance brand awareness without excessive expenditure; approved proofs and supervised press runs for accuracy and quality.
Senior Art Director (Creative) at K2COM Advertising
January 1, 2009 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of advertising and marketing concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across diverse media; supervised external suppliers handling designs, photography, and illustrations; approved proofs and supervised press runs; participated in presentations and marketing activities; maintained project reference materials and enforced strict adherence to design standards.
Branding Manager at Cyber Gen Print
January 1, 2005 - Present
Spearheaded marketing efforts with a focus on promotional advertising; supervised monogram and heat transfer design projects; led the development and delivery of brand plans; contributed to brand briefing, pricing strategy, and product lifecycle maintenance.
Graphic Artist at Interactive Media Limited
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Orchestrated the layout of images and text for printed media; designed magazines, brochures, and posters; executed corporate identity design and created impactful visuals for various platforms.
Senior Graphic Artist at Covenant University - Ota, Ogun State
January 1, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of innovative concepts to enhance the university's creative identity; managed the visual identity of university magazines; maintained and elevated the university's brand image through continuous improvement; designed materials for university management; collaborated with editorial and social media teams to create marketing materials and engaging graphics; designed graphics for conferences; revamped letterhead, business cards, and PowerPoint templates now used by over 600 staff; contributed to practical graphic design teaching for final-year students.
Graphic Artist at Goals & Ideas Marketing Communications - Lagos
January 1, 2012 - October 2, 2025
Developed creative concepts independently and orchestrated the visual identity of client messages across platforms; supervised external suppliers, photography, and illustration teams to ensure budget adherence and cost savings; designed a calendar for a pharmaceutical company to showcase brand relevance.
Creative Consultant at Divine Act Communications - Lagos
January 1, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated on conceptualizing and developing illustrative concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across media; produced mechanical/production art as needed to ensure cost-effective solutions; advised clients on branding strategies to enhance awareness without excessive expenditures; approved proofs and supervised press runs to ensure output quality.
Senior Art Director (Creative) at K2COM Advertising - Lagos
January 1, 2009 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of advertising and marketing concepts; provided artistic and graphic leadership across diverse media; supervised external suppliers handling designs, photography, and illustrations; approved proofs and supervised press runs to maintain quality and accuracy; participated in presentations and marketing activities; maintained reference material and enforced design standards.
Branding Manager at Cyber Gen Print - Lagos
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded marketing efforts with a focus on promotional advertising; supervised monogram and heat transfer design projects; led the development and delivery of brand plans; provided input on brand briefing, pricing strategy, and product lifecycle maintenance.
Graphic Artist at Interactive Media Limited - Lagos
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Orchestrated the layout of images and text for printed media; designed a diverse range of materials including magazines, brochures, and posters; executed corporate identity design and created impactful visuals for various platforms.
Senior Graphic Artist at Covenant University
January 1, 2024 - October 2, 2025
Led development of concepts to enhance the university's creative identity; managed the visual identity of university magazines; collaborated with editorial and social media teams to create marketing materials and engaging graphics; designed conference posters, handbills, and certificates; revamped letterhead, business cards, and PowerPoint templates used by over 600 staff; contributed to teaching practical graphic design to final-year students.
Graphic Artist at Goals & Ideas Marketing Communications
January 1, 2012 - October 2, 2025
Developed independent creative concepts; orchestrated the visual identity of client messages across platforms; supervised external photographers and illustration teams to ensure budget adherence and cost savings; designed a calendar for a pharmaceutical client.
Creative Consultant at Divine Act Communications
January 1, 2011 - October 2, 2025
Collaborated on conceptualizing illustrative concepts; provided artistic leadership across media; produced production art and cost-efficient solutions; advised clients on brand strategies to increase awareness without excessive expenditures; approved proofs and supervised press runs.
Senior Art Director (Creative) at K2COM Advertising
January 1, 2009 - October 2, 2025
Spearheaded the development of advertising and marketing concepts; provided artistic leadership across diverse media; supervised external suppliers handling designs, photography, and illustrations; approved proofs and ensured accuracy; participated in presentations and maintained strict design standards.
Branding Manager at Cyber Gen Print
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Led promotional advertising-focused marketing efforts; supervised monogram and heat transfer design projects; led the development and delivery of brand plans; contributed to brand briefing, pricing strategy, and product lifecycle maintenance.
Graphic Artist at Interactive Media Limited
January 1, 2005 - October 2, 2025
Orchestrated the layout of images and text for printed media; designed magazines, brochures, and posters; executed corporate identity design and created impactful visuals for multiple platforms.

Education

Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma in Art & Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma in Art & Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
WAEC (West Africa Examination Council) at Nigerian Model High School, Alakara, Idi Oro, Lagos
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1994
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma in Art & Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Higher National Diploma at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma at Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi - Edo State, Nigeria
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999

Qualifications

Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing Skill Institute
January 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Masterclass on Marketing Innovation - GDM Group
January 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025
Leadership Masterclass Series - African Leadership Development Centre
January 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Integrated Brand Experience (IBX) - Orange Academy
January 1, 2008 - October 2, 2025
Associate Member - Advertising Practitioner Council of Nigeria
January 1, 2006 - October 2, 2025
Digital Marketing Skill Institute - Professional Certificate
January 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Masterclass on Marketing Innovation - GDM Group
January 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025
Leadership Masterclass Series - African Leadership Development Centre
January 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Integrated Brand Experience (IBX) - Orange Academy
January 1, 2008 - October 2, 2025
Associate Member - Advertising Practitioner Council of Nigeria
January 1, 2006 - October 2, 2025
Digital Marketing Skill Institute - Professional Certificate
January 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Masterclass on Marketing Innovation - GDM Group
January 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025
Leadership Masterclass Series - African Leadership Development Centre
January 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Integrated Brand Experience (IBX) - Orange Academy
January 1, 2008 - October 2, 2025
Associate Member - Advertising Practitioner Council of Nigeria
January 1, 2006 - October 2, 2025
Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing Skill Institute
January 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Masterclass on Marketing Innovation - GDM Group
January 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025
Leadership Masterclass Series - African Leadership Development Centre
January 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Integrated Brand Experience (IBX) - Orange Academy
January 1, 2008 - October 2, 2025
Associate Member - Advertising Practitioner Council of Nigeria (APCN)
January 1, 2006 - October 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other
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