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I’m Nicole Sibindi, a results-driven Graphic Designer based in Ottawa, specializing in brand development, visual storytelling, and digital marketing. I translate client goals into cohesive brand identities and compelling visuals across print and digital platforms.
I love shaping brand narratives that engage audiences and drive measurable growth. With a strong focus on design strategy and collaboration, I deliver creative solutions that elevate brand presence and performance.
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Language
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Freelance (Remote, Canada)
December 1, 2023 - PresentEstablished and managed a freelance graphic design business, helping clients develop strong brand identities. Led visual branding and marketing strategies across digital and print platforms. Designed promotional materials such as catalogs, business cards, flyers, posters, and packaging to enhance brand awareness. Developed logos, GIF animations, videos, websites, and social media assets to boost brand engagement. Assisted businesses with rebranding strategies, enhancing corporate identity and market presence.
Game Designer at Many Hats (Remote - Canada, Contract)
November 30, 2023 - July 31, 2025Designed and modeled 3D game objects, maintaining a cohesive visual style. Collaborated with project managers and developers to create websites, games, and mobile apps. Developed game mechanics and user testing processes, improving player engagement and success rates.
Assistant UX Designer at Senseplus Design SDN BHD (Remote, Kuala Lumpur)
September 30, 2022 - July 31, 2025Designed an interactive online customer support center with self-service knowledge bases and chat features. Led a mentorship program for new hires in Kuala Lumpur, training 30 summer interns.
Graphic Designer at Nitasi
December 1, 2024 - PresentFounded and manage a freelance graphic design business, serving 25+ clients across various industries and delivering tailored brand identity solutions. Led 40+ branding and marketing projects across digital and print platforms, improving client brand consistency and visibility. Designed 150+ promotional assets—including catalogs, business cards, flyers, posters, and packaging—contributing to an average 30% increase in customer engagement for clients. Developed 35+ logos, animated GIFs, promotional videos, websites, and social media campaigns, boosting online engagement by up to 45%. Directed 10+ full rebranding initiatives, strengthening corporate identity and increasing client market presence, resulting in measurable improvements in lead generation and brand recognition.
Graphic Designer at General Mills
November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024Designed and modeled 50+ 3D game assets and environments, ensuring a cohesive visual style and optimizing models to improve in-game performance by 20%. Collaborated with cross-functional teams of 5+ project managers and developers to deliver 10+ websites, games, and mobile applications on schedule. Developed and refined core game mechanics and structured user testing processes, increasing player engagement by 30% and improving level completion rates by 25%.
Assistant UX Designer at Senseplus Design SDN BHD
April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022Designed an interactive online customer support center with self-service knowledge bases and chat features. Led a mentorship program for new hires in Kuala Lumpur, training 30 summer interns.
Education
B.Sc. at University of Kuala Lumpur
January 1, 2018 - April 30, 2022B.Sc. in Interactive Multimedia Design at University of Kuala Lumpur
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2022Qualifications
Adobe Certified Professional
April 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023Microsoft Certified 365 Fundamentals
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023Microsoft Certified Data Fundamentals
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023Microsoft Virtual Training Days
January 1, 2023 - January 31, 2023Amazon Cloud Practitioner
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023Adobe Certified Professional
April 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
February 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026365 Fundamentals
February 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026Data Fundamentals
March 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026Microsoft Virtual Training Days
January 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026CompTia+ certification
April 1, 2025 - February 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail
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