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Omeja Daniel Richard

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I’m Omeja Daniel Richard, a Ugandan illustrator with a passion for bringing stories to life through engaging visuals.

About

I’m Omeja Daniel Richard, a Ugandan illustrator with a passion for bringing stories to life through engaging visuals. Over the years I’ve collaborated with publishers, educational groups, NGOs, and government agencies to create illustrations for books, curricula, and health awareness materials. I excel at turning complex ideas into friendly, accessible visuals that support learning and development for learners of all ages.

My work spans book illustration, visual notetaking, mural painting, and design for curricula and educational resources. I enjoy exploring diverse styles—from playful children’s book art to clear, instructional illustrations—always aiming to communicate clearly and with warmth.

  • 12 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 12 roles

Illustrator · Ministry of HealthJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Illustrated primary and secondary school readers on mental health, drug abuse, and teenage pregnancy.

Visual Notetaker / Illustrator · UNICEF UgandaJan 2022 – Jan 2022 · 1 mo

Visual notetaking for pediatric HIV advocacy consultation workshop.

Illustration Consultant · NAROJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Contributed to DINU project materials and maize value chain development materials (2023).

Illustrator · MUWRAP / Ministry of HealthJan 2021 – Jan 2021 · 1 mo
Illustrator · CDFU UgandaJan 2020 – Jan 2020 · 1 mo
Illustrator · Niche CreativesJan 2019 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo
Illustrator · Save the Children (Apolou Project, Karamoja Sub-region)Jun 2018 – Jul 2018 · 2 mos
Illustrator · War Child Netherlands (Butterfly Works - Mango Tree)Feb 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 10 mos

Education

Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Arts · Makerere University2008 – 2013
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education · Bombo Army S.S2006 – 2007

Certifications and awards

Uganda Certificate of Education2002 – 2007

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