Ann Ndichu

A dynamic and innovative Graphic Designer with 7+ years of invaluable hands-on experience in handling simultaneous creative design projects, concept creation, graphic design, animation, and visual conceptualization. Multitalented and passionate professional equipped with the ability to escalate brand awareness through honed skills gained across the creative industry and distinguished top-achiever renowned for identifying opportunities for growth, overcoming objections, building long-term lucrative and mutually beneficial relationships as well as establishing a solid brand image. 

Lead Graphic Designer and Media Coordinator | 2014 – Ongoing 

Shujaaz Inc Ltd.

Key Accomplishments:

• Creatively designed 60+ Shujaaz comic book editions within a span of 7 years while working closely with illustrators and the research team.
• Championed the scripting and design of mock up designs for Shujaaz target group as per the brand guidelines and objectives.
• Oversaw the design and production of creative online material for internal & external use including corporate publications, organogram, tracking tools, promotional event materials, policy manuals and brand collateral.
• Led in the monthly testing of media and facilitated optimal youth representation for Shujaaz media through targeted content perception testing across the target group.
• Facilitated in-depth testing of the different aspects of Shujaaz campaigns and bolstered the production of bespoke content for the entire target group.
• Drove premium results by overseeing and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams consisting freelance designers, illustrators, consultants and vendors in strict adherence with the project requirements.
• Enhanced the delivery of quality print by maintaining top-flight production standards, availing print material to printers and ensuring timely printing of comic.

Graphic Designer | 2012 – 2014 

Media 7 Group

Key Accomplishments:

• Led the creative process and developed winning designs for 4 main magazines tailored for different audiences i.e. Monthly Motor, Mum & Dad, Her Magazine and HM Magazine.
• Leveraged rebranding expertise in enhancing organizational corporate image through the design of world-class magazine articles, promotional material and online content.
• Spearheaded the creation of prolific social-media graphics including overseeing, following-up and monitoring print quality of every print run for final product execution. 
   

• Daystar University - BA COMMUNICATION - 2008-2012
• Certificate in Graphic Design (Level 2) – ADMI | 2019
• Certificate in Photography and Retouch – Versatile School of Photography | 2016
• Electronic Publishing Foundation – Academy of Graphic Technology | 2008
• Udemy Certifications (Online): UI/UX Design & Prototyping using Adobe XD | Figma: Mobile & Web App UI/UX | Sketch: App designing | Photography and Photo Retouch.