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Hi, I’m Jihad Dennis, a designer based in Akron, Ohio. I’m a Pratt Institute alumnus with a track record designing for SLAM Magazine, Milk Studios, and Redscout. My work spans design software, UX/UI, photography, and animation, reflecting my love for brand development and how brands can exist across multiple mediums.
I’m passionate about collaborative brand-building and creating educational design experiences that empower others to grow as designers.
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Work Experience
Lead Designer, Educator at Local Civics
January 1, 2017 - PresentLead Designer for the Harlem-based Civic Education app. Created the company logo and handled UX/UI strategy for mobile and desktop designs. Teaches Civic Education and is developing a design course for the platform.
Brand Consulting & Lead Designer at Golden Touch Tanning & Spa
January 1, 2021 - PresentConsulted on brand development and interior possibilities, guiding the brand through mood boards, mock-ups, and weekly dialogues to build the logo and guidelines.
Educator at Akron Public Schools
January 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021Taught 6th-grade Technology and Information; created curriculum focused on Google Suite, computer terminology, and software; designed slides for class presentations.
Designer at Redscout
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Worked with the design team on the rebranding of the company; selected Pantone colors, created stationery and slide templates; assisted other designers with research, mood boards, printing, and meetings.
Junior Photographer & Designer at SLAM Magazine
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019Photographed sneakers, players, and basketball merchandise for magazines and social media; traveled across the U.S. to cover events.
Design Intern at Milk Studios
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Created posters, illustrations, and video content for digital and print; curated images for social media; assisted journalist with photography for Milk XYZ articles.
Brand Consultant at Tribute Sports
January 1, 2020 - PresentHelped create the brand language for a client (Chase Ciara), including a Brand Book detailing context, values, manifesto, and more.
Education
B.A Art Direction at Pratt Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019Teacher License at Akron Public Schools
January 1, 2020 - April 23, 2026Qualifications
Teacher License
January 1, 2020 - April 23, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other
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