Akeloyo Fatai

Akeloyo Fatai

$7/hr
Strategic design that turns ideas into confident brands
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Age:
28 years old
Location:
Sango, Ogun, Nigeria
Experience:
7 years
Senior Brand Designer & Product Designer FATAI AKELOYO SUMMARY Creative and results-driven Graphic Designer with over 7 years of professional experience delivering impactful visual solutions across industries such as real estate, technology, food and drinks, fashion, agriculture, entertainment, and education. Collaborated with international clients including InspiredEdge Crafts Inc (UK), Right Now Mortgage (USA), Linklizer SEO (Pakistan), and Inspiration Summit (Germany) – achieving an average 35% increase in audience engagement, 25% rise in brand recognition, and 30% improvement in visual consistency through strategic brand identity design. Reimagined the brand identity of Globacom (the second largest telecommunication in Nigeria) a personal project that gained corporate attention and led to an invitation to submit a formal design proposal. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Corel Draw, Figma and Intermediate in Adobe After Effects. Adapt at remote collaboration, cross-functional teamwork, and on-time delivery in fast-paced, multicultural environments. WORK EXPERIENCE Remote Graphics Designer Freelance (Gig-Based) - June 2024 – Present Delivered full Brand Identity for InspiredEdge Craft Inc. (UK) improving brand consistency by 30%. securing a long-term design partnership - Conceptualized a modernized brand identity system for Globacom Nigeria, focusing on improved clarity, digital adaptability and youthful appeal. - Designed banner postcards and merchandise for Right Now Mortgage (Texas, USA) boosting customer engagement by 25% and enhancing marketing response rates. - Winner of recent Professional SEO Website Design Competition on Designhill, resulting in a direct client contract and 40% improvement in website visibility post redesign, and achieving repeat project collaboration - Completed over 50 international design contests, maintaining 4-5 star client ratings and earning Pro Designer status. - Delivered 95% client satisfaction rate through responsive communication, fast revisions and creative solutions that matched brand objectives. - Secured repeat business from international clients by implementing design strategies that matched brand objectives. Pixel Perfect Design Agency, Los Angeles CA (Freelance) Junior Graphics Designer July 2020 - Jan 2021 - Successfully managed and delivered 38 graphic design projects within 6 months consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectation. - Coordinated cross-functionally with developers marketing teams, and clients to ensure smooth communication and alignment. - Streamlined the design project workflow, reduced turnaround times by 40% while maintaining high-quality standards Creative Mind Studio, Austin, TX Freelance Graphics Designer - July 2019 – April 2020 Created brand identity design projects for clients across diverse sectors, including fashion, communications, religion, construction, agriculture, politics and real estate. Developed cohesive visual identities aligned with client visions, including logos, business cards, brochures and brand guidelines. - Created 80+ social media graphic for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X (Twitter) increasing client brand engagement by up to 40% through visually compelling brand messaging. - Collaborated with U.S –based clients delivering direction creative strategy, and highimpact design presentations. Managed full feedback and revision cycles, maintaining a 98% client satisfaction rate. Successfully rebranded top-tier real estate chain, strengthening their visual presence and brand recognition. EDUCATION Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) Counselling Psychology/Economics - (2021) National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Bachelor of Education | Counselling Psychology DESIGN SOFTWARE SKILLS Adobe Illustrator - Adobe Photoshop – InDesign - Canva - Adobe After Effects (Intermediate) - Figma - CorelDraw - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) AREA OF EXPERTISE Brand Identity Design - Logo & Marketing Collateral Design - UI/UX Design (Mobile App and Website Design) - Motion Graphic (Logo Animation and Event or Advert Flyer Animation) - Print & Merchandise Design - Project Management Soft Skills Strong attention to details - Creative problem solving - Excellent client communication & feedback integration - Proven ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines High adaptability to diverse design briefs and global work cultures. Remote Work & Collaboration Tools Zoom - Google Meet - Slack - Asana & Trello (Basic)
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