Stephen Tatasumbu Ayingatu

Tatasumbu Ayingatu Stephen Date of birth: 09/06/1996 Nationality: Nigerian (Nigeria) Phone number: (- (Mobile)- Gender: Male Email address: Whatsapp Messenger: wa.me/- Address: Lugbe, -, 900107, Abuja, Nigeria (Home) About me: I am a skilled and creative graphics designer with several years of experience in the field. My passion for design started at a young age, and I have honed my skills through various courses and projects. As a designer, I am adept at using Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools to create stunning visuals for a wide range of applications, from logos and brochures to websites and digital marketing campaigns. I am always on the lookout for new trends and techniques to keep my work fresh and innovative. Collaboration is an essential part of my process, and I enjoy working closely with clients to understand their needs and preferences. I listen carefully to their feedback and use it to develop designs that exceed their expectations. Attention to detail is critical in my work, and I take pride in ensuring that every element of a design is consistent and visually appealing. I am always looking for ways to refine my designs and improve my skills, so I can deliver the best possible results for my clients. In addition to my design work, I am an excellent communicator and project manager. I am comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each one is completed on time and within budget. I am also adept at working with cross-functional teams, collaborating with marketing, product development, and web development teams to achieve project goals. Overall, I am a passionate and talented graphics designer who is committed to delivering high-quality designs that meet my clients' needs and exceed their expectations. WORK EXPERIENCE 2017 – CURRENT GRAPHIC DESIGNER (PHOTOSHOP, ILLUSTRATOR, XD, FIGMA, CANVA, AI) FREELANCE 1. I Create visual designs, such as logos, brochures, posters, and websites. I use various design tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, canva and AI to create visually appealing designs. 2. I Collaborate with clients: I work closely with clients to understand their needs and preferences. I attend meetings to discuss project goals, timelines, and budgets. 3. I Research trends and best practices: I stay up-to-date with the latest design trends and best practices. I research new techniques and tools to ensure my work is innovative and effective. 4. I Develop concepts and ideas that align with a client's brand or project goals. I brainstorm and sketch ideas to develop a visual direction for a project. 5. I Prepare and present design proposals for clients to review. I explain the design concepts and how they align with project goals. 6. Ensuring design consistency: I ensure design consistency across all elements of a project. I ensure that fonts, colours, and other design elements are consistent throughout the project. 7. Collaborating with other teams: I work with other teams, such as marketing, product development, and web development, to ensure that design elements are consistent with the overall project goals. 8. Managing multiple projects: I manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each project is completed on time and within budget. 9. Reviewing and revising designs: I review and revise designs based on feedback from clients and other stakeholders. I make necessary adjustments to ensure that the final design meets project goals. 10. Maintaining design files ensuring that they are organized and easily accessible. I also ensure that all design files are backed up and stored in a secure location. 2019 – CURRENT VIDEO AND MOTION PICTURE EDITOR (ADOBE PREMIERE PRO, ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS) FREEL ANCE 1. I review and select the best footage for each scene, based on the script and the director's vision. 2. I collaborate with the director and other members of the production team to develop the overall tone and style of the video or film. 3. I assemble and edit raw footage, ensuring that the scenes flow smoothly and cohesively. 4. I add sound effects, music, and dialogue to enhance the visual narrative and emotional impact of the story. 5. I use special effects, colour correction, and other techniques to enhance the visual quality of the video or film. 6. I review and refine the edited footage, making sure that the final product meets the director's vision and expectations. 7. I work with the post-production team to ensure that the video or film is delivered on time and within budget. 8. I maintain a database of footage and ensure that all files are organized and accessible. 9. I stay up-to-date with the latest video editing software and techniques, continually improving my skills and knowledge. 10. I may also manage a team of editors and assistants, providing feedback and guidance on their work. 2020 – CURRENT WEB DESIGNER FREELANCE I create visually appealing and user-friendly website designs that meet client needs and project requirements. I collaborate with clients, project managers, and developers to understand project goals and design specifications. I use design tools such as Photoshop, Sketch, or Figma to create website graphics, icons, and other visual elements. I design website layouts and page templates using WordPress, HTML, CSS, and other web design technologies. I ensure website designs are optimized for search engines, load quickly, and are accessible to all users. I create and maintain design documentation, such as style guides and design system libraries. I work closely with development teams to ensure website designs are implemented correctly and efficiently. I conduct usability testing and other user research to inform design decisions and improve the user experience. I stay up-to-date with the latest web design trends, technologies, and best practices. I provide design guidance and mentorship to other designers on the team. I ensure that all website designs adhere to branding guidelines and visual standards. 2022 Abuja GRAPHICS DESIGNER & VIDEOGRAPGER CROWN LUXURY PROPERTIES 1. I develop visual concepts and ideas for a range of design projects, from logos and brochures to websites and video productions. 2. I use my expertise in design and video production software, such as Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro, to create visually stunning designs and videos that exceed client expectations. 3. I collaborate with clients and other team members to develop the overall vision and tone of a project, ensuring that it aligns with the client's brand and message. 4. I manage multiple design and video projects simultaneously, ensuring that each one is completed on time and within budget. I am skilled at project management and communication, keeping clients informed of progress and soliciting feedback to ensure satisfaction. 5. I continually research and stay up-to-date on the latest design and video production trends, techniques, and software, ensuring that my work is always innovative, fresh, and cutting-edge. 6. I use my expertise in lighting, camera angles, and editing to create compelling and visually stunning videos that tell a story and evoke an emotional response. 7. I am responsible for all aspects of video production, including storyboarding, scripting, filming, and editing. I ensure that each video project meets the client's specifications and exceeds their expectations. 8. I am skilled at using special effects, colour correction, and other techniques to enhance the visual quality of videos, ensuring that each one is of the highest quality possible. 9. I maintain a database of design files and video footage, ensuring that they are organized, easily accessible, and securely stored. 10. I am a reliable and dedicated professional who is committed to delivering high-quality designs and videos that meet my client's needs and exceed their expectations. 09/2020 – 02/2021 Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria OPERATIONS MANAGER LIONBRAND CONSULTS During my National Youth Service (NYSC), I served as an operations manager at LionBrand Consults, where I coordinated daily operations of the company’s activities. I was also in charge of social media management; creating video and graphics for the company. I also formulated and implemented some company policies and management of resources. 2019 Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria PROGRAM LIAISON OFFICER INFORMATION UNIT, UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA As a program liaison officer, I made programs schedules, set up sound, shot videos and managed program arrangements. I also edited the recorded video from the programs for the press and archive. 2019 Kwali, Abuja, Nigeria BIOTECHNOLOGIST INTERN SHEDA SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPLEX (SHESTCO) As a biotechnology intern, I carried out research and experiment duties under supervision from certified biotechnologists. 2018 Gwagwalada Abuja, Nigeria SOUND ENGINEER UNIK SOUND ENTERTAINMENT As a sound engineer, I designed and prepared audio fragments, set up sound, steer the technical crew, program the equipment and operate the sound system. EDUCATION AND TRAINING 2020 Abuja, Nigeria BACHELOR OF SCIENCE University of Abuja Address Abuja, Nigeria Field of study Biological Sciences 2018 GRAPHICS DESIGNER Canva Design Course 2021 – CURRENT UX DESIGN EXPERT Design Course Website https://designcourse.com 2021 UI/UX DESIGN Gymnasium Website https://thegymnasium.com/dashboard Final grade Second Class Upper 2018 Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria ANALOUGUE SOUND ENGINEER Unik Sound Entertainment Address Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria 2013 Suleja, Niger State, Nigeria WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE SS John and Paul's College Address Suleja, Niger State, Nigeria GRAPHICS DESIGN Full Adobe Suite Design Course DIGITAL SKILLS - good command of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook). Good Command of Internet Browsing Social Media Management (Social Ads) UI/UX Designer (great at research, Canva graphics design video making and video wireframes, prototypes, design sprint and figma editing Adobe Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe XD) Canva Artificial Intelliegence Figma & Adobe XD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS A good team player/leader Time management skills Self-motivated, target-oriented, people relation skill and ability to learn fast Good organisational and planning Skills Fast Learner and great teacher Reference Available on request