I am Beatrice Okumu, a senior graphic designer with over 30 years of experience. I have created khanga designs for USAID and KAYSALT Factory and developed prospectuses, newsletters, and training programme charts for Government Training Institute in Mombasa. I enjoy turning client ideas into engaging visuals and helping brands stand out across both print and digital media. I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality design solutions, mentoring junior designers, and staying current with industry trends and tools. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, brand identity, and producing materials that communicate clearly and effectively.…

Beatrice Okumu

I am Beatrice Okumu, a senior graphic designer with over 30 years of experience. I have created khanga designs for USAID and KAYSALT Factory and developed prospectuses, newsletters, and training programme charts for Government Training Institute in Mombasa. I enjoy turning client ideas into engaging visuals and helping brands stand out across both print and digital media. I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality design solutions, mentoring junior designers, and staying current with industry trends and tools. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, brand identity, and producing materials that communicate clearly and effectively.…

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I am Beatrice Okumu, a senior graphic designer with over 30 years of experience. I have created khanga designs for USAID and KAYSALT Factory and developed prospectuses, newsletters, and training programme charts for Government Training Institute in Mombasa. I enjoy turning client ideas into engaging visuals and helping brands stand out across both print and digital media.

I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality design solutions, mentoring junior designers, and staying current with industry trends and tools. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, brand identity, and producing materials that communicate clearly and effectively.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Annaokumumbogo Enterprises
January 1, 2024 - Present
UNDAMETA (Website) – Presented creative solutions to client challenges resulting in high levels of client satisfaction. Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement. Applied industry knowledge and creative skills to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to life.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Anglican Church of Kenya (Diocese of Mombasa)
January 1, 2022 - Present
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF KENYA (Diocese of Mombasa) – Transformed client ideas into visual concepts ensuring their vision was accurately brought to life. Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all company materials. Elevated customer satisfaction by personalizing graphic design solutions.

Education

Diploma in Graphic Design and Communication Studies at Kenya Polytechnic University College
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
International Certificate in Graphic Design at Graphic Media Development Center
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design and Communication Studies at Kenya Polytechnic University College
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
International Certificate in Graphic Design at Graphic Media Development Center
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Certificate of Competency in Adobe Illustrator at Institute of Advanced Technology, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Competency in Adobe Photoshop at Institute of Advanced Technology, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Competency in Adobe InDesign at Institute of Advanced Technology, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Public Relations Management part 1 at Kenya Institute of Management, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Advanced Certificate in Business Management at Kenya Institute of Management, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Certificate in Business Management at Kenya Institute of Management, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Professional Counsellors Certificate in Counselling at Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999
Supervisory Management Seminar at Government Training Institute, Mombasa, Kenya
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
International Certificate in Graphic Design at Graphic Media Development Centre, Den Haag, Netherlands
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1987
Diploma in Graphic Design and Communication Studies at Kenya Polytechnic University College, Nairobi, Kenya
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

International Certificate in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
International Certificate in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Certificate of Competency in Adobe Illustrator
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Competency in Adobe Photoshop
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Competency in Adobe InDesign
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in Public Relations Management part 1
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Advanced Certificate in Business Management
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Certificate in Business Management
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Professional Counsellors Certificate in Counselling
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999
Supervisory Management Seminar
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
International Certificate in Graphic Design
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1987
Diploma in Graphic Design and Communication Studies
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Other, Retail, Government, Non-Profit Organization

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Experience Level