I'm Abel Gebre Slassie, a Graphic & Motion Designer with experience in branding, publication layout, campaign design, and 2D animation. I lead creative projects from concept to final deliverables and enjoy turning briefs into clear concepts, layouts, and assets. I've delivered 10+ UN-Habitat publications and created multi-format assets for NGOs and agencies. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects) and Moho Pro, I build reusable design systems to ensure consistency and speed across campaigns.…

Abel Gebre Slassie

I'm Abel Gebre Slassie, a Graphic & Motion Designer with experience in branding, publication layout, campaign design, and 2D animation. I lead creative projects from concept to final deliverables and enjoy turning briefs into clear concepts, layouts, and assets. I've delivered 10+ UN-Habitat publications and created multi-format assets for NGOs and agencies. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects) and Moho Pro, I build reusable design systems to ensure consistency and speed across campaigns.…

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I’m Abel Gebre Slassie, a Graphic & Motion Designer with experience in branding, publication layout, campaign design, and 2D animation. I lead creative projects from concept to final deliverables and enjoy turning briefs into clear concepts, layouts, and assets.

I’ve delivered 10+ UN-Habitat publications and created multi-format assets for NGOs and agencies. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects) and Moho Pro, I build reusable design systems to ensure consistency and speed across campaigns.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Amharic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director at Ergib
July 1, 2025 - Present
Lead end-to-end creative for client projects: brand identity systems, social templates, and motion graphics. Translate briefs into concepts, layouts, and final deliverables; manage reviews and production timelines. Build reusable design systems to improve consistency and speed across recurring social and campaign work.
Creative Director at Ergib (On-Site)
July 1, 2025 - Present
Lead end-to-end creative for client projects: brand identity systems, social templates, and motion graphics. Translate briefs into concepts, layouts, and final deliverables; manage reviews and production timelines. Build reusable design systems to improve consistency and speed across recurring social and campaign work.
Graphic Designer at UN-Habitat (Contract)
February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Designed and production-ready laid out 10+ official publications (reports, manuals, and policy briefs). Ensured compliance with UN brand guidelines; prepared print-ready PDFs and optimized digital exports. Organized long-form documents using grids, styles, and templates for consistent, readable layout.
Graphic Designer at Mado Communication (Freelance)
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Created brand identity elements, social media assets, and print/digital layouts for clients. Handled multiple projects concurrently and met deadlines across fast-paced production cycles.
Graphic Designer (Internship) at Sara Cannizzaro Child Minders Association
June 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Designed social media content and promotional print materials supporting community outreach and fundraising.
Graphic Designer (Internship) at Sara Cannizzaro Child Minders Association (Remote)
June 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Designed social media content and promotional print materials supporting community outreach and fundraising.
Graphic Designer & Animator at Gerar – The Creative Hub (Freelance)
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Delivered branding, social content, and 2D motion graphics for multiple client campaigns. Designed event/campaign materials (backdrops, brochures, posters) and animated assets for digital channels. Collaborated with creative leads to refine concepts, typography, and layout systems.
Animator at JakTech Company
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Produced 2D animations from concept to final: storyboards, character and environment designs, style frames, and delivery.
Animator at JakTech Company (On-Site)
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Produced 2D animations from concept to final: storyboards, character and environment designs, style frames, and delivery.

Education

Certificate in Printing Technology at Brhan ena Selam Printing College
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Certificate in Printing Technology at Brhan ena Selam Printing College (Addis Ababa)
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Qualifications

Certificate in Printing Technology
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Certificate in Printing Technology
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government

Skills

Experience Level