Hi, I'm Genevieve Okpara, a skilled Graphic Designer based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with extensive experience in creating high-converting social media graphics and short-form video content for paid advertising campaigns. I specialize in tools like Corel Draw, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and I have a keen eye for clean layouts, typography, and professional photo retouching. I pride myself on delivering creative and brand-consistent visuals across digital platforms. Over the years, I've led visual branding efforts across multiple companies, managing content calendars and directing video editing projects using various software. Whether working independently or collaborating with cross-functional teams, I focus on quality, innovative design, and maintaining a strong alignment between visuals and messaging to tell compelling brand stories.

Genevieve Okpara

Hi, I'm Genevieve Okpara, a skilled Graphic Designer based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with extensive experience in creating high-converting social media graphics and short-form video content for paid advertising campaigns. I specialize in tools like Corel Draw, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and I have a keen eye for clean layouts, typography, and professional photo retouching. I pride myself on delivering creative and brand-consistent visuals across digital platforms. Over the years, I've led visual branding efforts across multiple companies, managing content calendars and directing video editing projects using various software. Whether working independently or collaborating with cross-functional teams, I focus on quality, innovative design, and maintaining a strong alignment between visuals and messaging to tell compelling brand stories.

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Hi, I’m Genevieve Okpara, a skilled Graphic Designer based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with extensive experience in creating high-converting social media graphics and short-form video content for paid advertising campaigns. I specialize in tools like Corel Draw, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and I have a keen eye for clean layouts, typography, and professional photo retouching. I pride myself on delivering creative and brand-consistent visuals across digital platforms.

Over the years, I’ve led visual branding efforts across multiple companies, managing content calendars and directing video editing projects using various software. Whether working independently or collaborating with cross-functional teams, I focus on quality, innovative design, and maintaining a strong alignment between visuals and messaging to tell compelling brand stories.

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Language

English
Fluent
Igbo
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Brand Lead at Chanton Projects Ltd, Nigeria
April 1, 2025 - July 10, 2025
Designed high-converting social media graphics using Canva and Adobe tools. Developed a structured content calendar for Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. Executed copywriting and video editing for brand campaigns. Demonstrated initiative by suggesting creative improvements and content ideas. Collaborated effectively with stakeholders for timely project delivery.
Digital Manager at Ruchi Digital Printing Press, Nigeria
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2022
Oversaw full-scale print production and team management. Led a design team, ensuring brand consistency and quality assurance. Trained new employees on digital machines and design processes. Delivered projects on time through excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Graphic Design Editor & DI Operator at Digital Might Printing Press, Nigeria
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Handled pre-press to post-press operations. Edited graphic content and executed print-ready design files. Assisted in onboarding new staff and training them on design software and DI machines.
Graphic Designer at De Rich Agency, Nigeria
February 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Designed brand assets including logos, business cards, packaging, and flyers. Supported junior designers and ensured timely project execution.
Visual Brand Lead at Chanton Projects Limited, Nigeria
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visually compelling real estate graphic content for social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram while maintaining brand consistency. Created and managed content calendars with clear visual direction and a clean, innovative design approach. Wrote and edited engaging copy to complement graphic materials ensuring seamless layout and messaging. Edited short-form promotional videos using CapCut, Inshot, Clipchamp, and Premiere Pro to enhance brand storytelling.
Digital Printing Manager at Ruchi Digital Printing Press, Nigeria
October 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Oversaw full-cycle print production ensuring quality standards in layout, color accuracy, and typography were met. Directed a cross-functional team of designers and technicians, maintaining consistency in all print outputs. Managed budget control, production scheduling, and quality checks, delivering finished materials with minimal supervision. Trained new staff in Adobe design tools and digital printing workflows to strengthen production capability.
Graphic Design Editor & DI Machine Operator at Digital Might Printing Press, Nigeria
December 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Managed end-to-end production tasks including pre-press layout design, editing, and post-press output using DI print technology. Retouched and corrected graphic elements to ensure print readiness with great attention to detail. Supported junior team members in mastering editing and production standards.
Print Designer at De Rich Agency, Nigeria
July 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Produced various custom print collateral including logos, business cards, packaging, and editorial-style marketing layouts. Delivered clean, brand-aligned designs with a strong emphasis on typography and visual clarity. Mentored junior designers maintaining high creative quality in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic/Print Designer at Education House, Nigeria
October 1, 2020 - August 18, 2025
Created educational graphics and print materials such as banners, books, cards, and branded school supplies. Designed learning-focused visuals and layouts to support academic content, reflecting editorial and pedagogical intent. Collaborated with internal teams to ensure visual assets aligned with educational goals and content strategies.
Visual Brand Lead at Chanton Projects Limited, Nigeria
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visually compelling real estate graphic content for social platforms, maintaining brand consistency across Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. Created and managed content calendars with clear visual direction, featuring clean, original designs. Wrote and edited engaging copy to complement graphic materials, aligned messaging and layout. Edited short-form promotional videos using CapCut, Inshot, Clipchamp, and Premiere Pro for brand storytelling.
Digital Printing Manager at Ruchi Digital Printing Press, Nigeria
October 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Oversaw full-cycle print production, ensuring print materials met quality standards in layout, color accuracy, and typography. Directed a cross-functional team of designers and technicians, maintaining visual consistency in all print outputs. Handled budget control, production scheduling, and quality checks with minimal oversight. Trained new staff in Adobe design tools and digital printing, improving workflow and visual execution.
Graphic Design Editor & DI Machine Operator at Digital Might Printing Press, Nigeria
December 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Managed end-to-end production including pre-press layout design, editing, and post-press output using DI print technology. Retouched and corrected graphic elements to ensure print readiness with high attention to detail. Supported junior team members in mastering editing and production processes to ensure high-quality design outputs.
Print Designer at De Rich Agency, Nigeria
July 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Produced custom print collateral including logos, business cards, packaging, and editorial-style layouts for marketing. Delivered clean, brand-aligned designs with strong emphasis on typography and visual clarity. Mentored junior designers, maintaining creative quality in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic/Print Designer at Education House, Nigeria
October 1, 2020 - August 18, 2025
Created educational graphics and print materials such as banners, books, cards, and branded school supplies. Designed learning-focused visuals and layouts supporting academic content. Collaborated with internal teams to align visual assets with educational goals and content strategy.
Visual Brand Lead at Chanton Projects Limited, Nigeria
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visually compelling real estate graphic content for social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, ensuring brand consistency. Created and managed content calendars with clear visual direction using clean, non-cookie-cutter design approaches. Wrote and edited engaging copy aligned with visual messaging. Edited short-form promotional videos using CapCut, Inshot, Clipchamp, and Premiere Pro to enhance brand storytelling.
Digital Printing Manager at Ruchi Digital Printing Press, Nigeria
October 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Oversaw full-cycle print production ensuring quality standards were met in layout, color accuracy, and typography. Directed cross-functional teams of designers and technicians, maintaining visual and brand consistency. Managed budgets, production schedules, and quality control delivering final materials with minimal oversight. Trained new staff in Adobe design tools and digital printing processes, improving production workflow and execution.
Graphic Design Editor & DI Machine Operator at Digital Might Printing Press, Nigeria
December 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Managed end-to-end print production including pre-press layout design, editing, and post-press output using DI print technology. Retouched graphic elements to ensure print readiness with attention to detail and visual accuracy. Supported junior team members in mastering editing and production processes maintaining high design standards.
Print Designer at De Rich Agency, Nigeria
July 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Produced custom print collateral including logos, business cards, packaging, and editorial-style layouts for marketing materials. Delivered clean, brand-aligned designs focusing on typography and visual clarity. Mentored junior designers to uphold creative quality in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic/Print Designer at Education House, Nigeria
October 1, 2020 - August 18, 2025
Created educational graphics and print materials such as banners, books, cards, and branded school supplies. Designed learning-focused visuals and layouts supporting academic content and collaborated with internal teams to align visual assets with educational goals and content strategy.

Education

Bachelor of Agriculture at University of Port Harcourt
November 19, 2018 - November 4, 2024
Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric) in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management at University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric) in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management at University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric) at University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma in Graphic Design – Prelym Computer Institute
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Social Media Marketing – Digital Marketing Skills Institute
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Digital Marketing & Content Creation – Terra Learning
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Microsoft Office Tools – Terra Learning
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Certificate in Product Design - Terra Learning
January 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Multimedia - National Institution of Information Technology
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Certificate in Product Design - Terra Learning
January 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Multimedia - National Institution of Information Technology
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design - Prelym Computer Training
January 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Certificate in Product Design - Terra Learning
January 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Multimedia - National Institution of Information Technology
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design - Prelym Computer Training
January 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Certificate in Product Design - Terra Learning
January 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Multimedia - National Institution of Information Technology
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design - Prelym Computer Training
January 1, 2017 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Agriculture & Mining, Education, Wholesale & Distribution, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing
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