Oladosu Sodiq Abidemi

Oladosu Sodiq Abidemi Lagos, Nigeria -- OBJECTIVE With over 8 years of experience as a meticulous and creative graphics designer, I am eager to join a dynamic team where I can contribute my extensive skills and passion for design. Throughout my career, I have honed advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW Suite, allowing me to create impactful designs that resonate with audiences. My deep understanding of design principles and current trends enables me to deliver not only visually captivating solutions but also strategically effective ones. I thrive on pushing creative boundaries and consistently strive to innovate, bringing fresh ideas to every project I undertake. I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals and contribute to achieving our collective creative goals. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TEXTSWORTH PUBLISHING LTD – MAGODO, LAGOS. Senior Graphics Designer. January 2020 - Present       Design visually compelling and engaging layouts for both print and digital publications, tailored specifically for nursery, primary, and junior secondary school audiences. Develop creative layouts for a diverse range of materials such as magazines, books, brochures, posters, and promotional items, ensuring they effectively convey educational content in an engaging manner. Collaborate closely with writers, editors, and colleagues to ensure visual elements complement and enhance educational content, aligning with curriculum standards and educational objectives. Generate concept visuals, refine typography, and collaborate with freelancers and illustrators to create comprehensive design packages for each educational publication, ensuring they meet high standards of educational and aesthetic quality. Execute meticulous work on layouts and artwork pages, meticulously preparing them for print production while adhering to stringent quality standards and project timelines. Supervise the final layout preparation of educational materials for print, ensuring they meet exacting quality standards and overseeing the printing process to ensure accuracy.   Continually innovate and refine design processes, incorporating feedback and staying abreast of industry trends and educational developments to enhance the effectiveness and appeal of educational materials. Stay informed about educational trends, curriculum updates, and technological advancements relevant to nursery, primary, and junior secondary school publishing, applying insights to optimize design strategies and educational impact. MICNUEL CONCEPT LTD – SHOMOLU, LAGOS. Graphics Designer and Supervisor. February 2017 – December 2019           Generate innovative ideas and concepts, demonstrating creative thinking. Present finalized designs and concepts to clients effectively. Analyze and understand the client's requirements, developing designs that align with their objectives. Estimate project timelines accurately and provide clients with detailed quotes. Use creativity to adapt design briefs to meet budget and deadline constraints. Conduct thorough proofreading to ensure the accuracy and quality of work. Prepare layouts and artwork for printing, ensuring readiness for production. Offer strategic advice to clients on effective audience engagement strategies. Collaborate closely with printers, copywriters, and illustrators as part of a cohesive team. Implement client feedback and incorporate revisions into final design deliverables . AMARACH BUSINESS CENTER – LAGOS, NIGERIA Computer Operator, 2016  Managed and coordinated daily operations at the business center, overseeing tasks such as printing, photocopying, scanning, typing, and other administrative duties to ensure prompt and efficient service delivery.  Prepared and submitted detailed daily reports documenting all business center activities, highlighting key metrics and observations to support management decision-making.  Monitored equipment functionality closely, promptly addressing any operational issues or error messages to maintain continuous and reliable service for users.  Collaborated closely with maintenance personnel and engineers to schedule and oversee equipment repairs and preventive maintenance, minimizing downtime and optimizing operational efficiency.  Actively participated in team efforts, working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals and enhance service quality within the business center.  Managed inventory effectively by conducting regular stock checks, updating records accurately, and replenishing supplies as necessary to meet operational needs.  Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement within the business center, implementing best practices to improve service delivery and user satisfaction. SAVOURITE PUBLISHER LTD. – YABA, LAGOS. Junior Graphics Designer, August 2014 – July 2016  Design and refine layouts for a wide range of materials such as magazines, books, brochures, posters, and promotional items, maintaining a cohesive and distinctive visual style.  Foster collaborative relationships with writers, editors, and team members to integrate visual elements harmoniously with content, enhancing overall communication effectiveness.  Innovate and adapt designs to incorporate current trends while effectively conveying key messages to engage and inspire the firm's audience.  Utilize industry-standard software including Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW to execute projects with precision, creativity, and technical proficiency.  Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail in typography, color schemes, image selection, and composition across all design aspects.  Embrace feedback and iterative refinement processes to continually enhance design solutions, ensuring they meet project objectives and surpass client expectations. EDUCATION Computer Science/Yaba College of technology – Lagos, Nigeria National Diploma, September 2019 CERTIFICATE De-Graphics Computer & Print – Lagos, Nigeria Certificate Diploma, June 2014 Certificate in Digital Marketing ADDITIONAL SKILLS         Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW Strong understanding of design fundamentals including color theory, typography, and design principles. Exceptional skills in visual communication and problem-solving in design. Effective collaboration with diverse teams to achieve project objectives. Expertise in managing time and organizing tasks to handle multiple projects concurrently. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite. Bilingual in English. Tech-savvy with a quick grasp of web-related tools and technologies, requiring minimal training.