LAWRENCE DAVID OLUMIDE
Address: 2, Mogbonjubola Street, off Bariga Bajulaye/Sungas Road, Bariga, Lagos.
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Email:-| Sex: Male | Nationality: Nigerian
CAREER SUMMARY
A Professional Graphics Designer with over 21 years progressive experience in Graphics and Print Designs,
Creative Conceptualization, Creative Branding, Marketing as well as Mechanical Handling. Skilled in client
and vendor relations, negotiations, building and maintaining strategic collaboration to drive business target.
Passionate and inventive creator of web-ready digital multimedia and visual concepts, with an emphasis on
integrating Lean Process Management to attain profitability and improved organizational performance with
blended technical competence and business acumen. Lawrence is interested in taking on and excelling in
challenging roles within the globally competitive work space with minimal supervision due to my work
experience.
I am a core professional with decision-making skill to manage and contribute to the organizational goals and
objective of any firm or company l find myself. My core experience cut across
Graphics Designs
Digital Prints Designs
Creative Brandings /web Designs
Arts and Designs
Photography
Logistics/ Procurement/ Maintenances experience
Mechanicals / Machine operation using the current tools and kits in the industry.
Marketing and structuring real business drive and push to meeting the demand of the new age.
Deep core professional with the fear of God to drive sales to my esteemed organisation if hired.
CORE COMPETENCES
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Image Design & Creativity
Design Analytical Skills
Mechanical Handling of Prints
Roland Machine VP 300 & SG300
Versacam Machine Operation
• Direct Imaging on Garment
• Graphic and Branding
• Store arrangement & Data entry
•ACHIEVEMENTS
Ability to train my team
• Able to learn and unlearn
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SOFTWARES
Desktop Publisher
Photo Shop
Corel Draw
Poster Shop
Embroidery Office
Direct Imaging (DTG)
Microsoft Team
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
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Strategic Thinking & Supervisory Skills
Business Communication
Problem Solving & People Management
Leadership & Administrative Skills
Business Management & Client Relations
Project Planning and Execution
Sales and Marketing Executive
Sustained over 16 years of peak performance in organizational processes while heading Graphics and
Branding Department.
Championed the adoption of artificial intelligence and automation of key organizational work processes
for Oak Exclusive Designs Limited.
Single-handedly designed and set up a digitally enabled organizational work-flow powered by software
and applications for Oak Exclusive Designs Limited.
Completely revamped and translated the Roland Versacam software through Corel Draw into Vector
Format which resulted in accelerated operational efficiency.
Harmonized and integrated the understanding and use of Graphics, Embroidery, Screen Print and Direct
Imaging(DTG) within the various user production sections of the organization.
Professionally serviced and maintained electrical and mechanical repairs of Kornit Direct Imaging
machine 931 DS Model, thereby saving the company annual cost of repairs and maintenance over years.
Designing and operating of Gravostyle software for both the Laser and Rotary Engraving Machines, and
trained other staff on the use of the machine.
Performed oversight functions on six departments of the organization while managing operations.
Effectively developed and executed business plans which led to annual gross of 20% of the company’s
annual revenue.
We are now in the business diversification as a clothing manufacturing company has a variety of duties, included:
Creating product designs: I work with fashion designers to create the overall look and feel of a clothing line.
This includes creating sketches, illustrations, and computer-generated designs.
Developing marketing materials: I also create marketing for clothing companies, such as catalogs, brochures,
and social media graphics and other materials that promote the company’s brand.
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Designing packaging: I design the packaging for clothing products, such as hang tags, price tags, and shipping
boxes.
Creating brand identity: I help to create the overall brand identity for a clothing company, including the logo,
typography, and colour scheme.
Working with print and production teams: I work with print and production teams to ensure that their
designs are properly printed and manufactured.
Staying up-to-date on trends: I need to stay up-to-date on the latest fashion trends in order to create designs
that are appealing to customers.
Meeting deadlines: I often work under tight deadlines, so it is important that they are able to meet them
Working as part of a team: Often work as part of a team, so it is important that they be able to collaborate
and communicate effectively with others.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OAK EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS LIMITED, VICTORIA ISLAND, LAGOS.
March 2007 – date
GM./ Head, Graphics & Branding
Successfully provides strategic leadership to the team for the attainment of business objectives
Single handedly sets up the necessary software and applications for Epoxy brand method including Pattern
making software RICHPEACE and many more for Oak Exclusive.
Professionally services and maintains electrical and mechanical repairs of Kornit Direct Imaging machine
931 DS Model, which saves the company annual cost of repairs and maintenance years back.
Develops instructional design and trains employees to design and operate on the Gravostyle software for
both the Laser and Rotary Engraving Machines.
Effectively carries out different kinds of designs, graphics and printing quality to meet customers’ needs.
Performs oversight functions in supervising other staff to ensure effectiveness in day-to-day operation
Prospects for business leads and converts new prospects to customers
OGUN STATE PRINTING CORPORATION, ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE. Jan. 2006 Feb. 2007
Graphics Designer
Successfully planned concepts, gathered information and consulting materials in executing client’s
work.
Illustrated concept by designing rough layout of art and copy; paying attention to arrangement, size,
type, style, and related aesthetic concepts.
Prepared final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art on each design work.
Effectively ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements;
following manufacturer's instructions.
Commenced and completed projects by liaising with other stakeholders such as outside agencies, art
services, printers, etc.
Contributed to the team’s effort by accomplishing related results in assigned tasks.
EXPRESS IMAGE LIMITED, ILUPEJU, LAGOS.
Jan. 2005 – Jan. 2006
Graphics Designer
Successfully conceptualized visuals based on requirements and recommendation of the client.
Created images and layouts using design materials and design software.
Tested graphics across various media to ensure quality.
Designed and delivered client’s work according to specifications and within time.
CONSCIENCE INT’L PUBLISHING & COMMUNICATIONS, LAGOS. March 2000 - Sept. 2001
Heat Transfer Machine Operator
Set up and operated machines to perform routine operations.
Responsible for operating heat transfer machine under the supervisor’s guideline.
Used equipment such as hydraulic/mechanical presser, fluid cell (bag) press and stretch press for
printing.
Implemented heat transfer compliance according to supervisor’s guideline.
Promptly reported to cutting supervisor if there are any heat transfer quality problems to resolve.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
THE POLYTECHNIC, IBADAN, OYO STATE.
HND in Design and Printing Technology
THE POLYTECHNIC, IBADAN, OYO STATE.
OND in Fine Arts
L.A COMMERCIAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL, IWO , OSUN STATE.
West African Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate (WASCE)
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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
DERIL COMPUTERS, IBADAN, OYO STATE.
Certificate in Computer Appreciation
HOBBIES
Painting | Reading | Writing | Travelling | Meeting People
REFERENCE: Available on request
LAWRENCE’S CV
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