About Karanja Gaturu:
A graphic designer who is technically competent with a strong work ethic and
core skills used to bring ideas into realization.
Experience
CESP ENGINEERING
(INTERN)
JAN 2013 - DEC 2013
I was in charge of the warehouse, in which i kept record of the tools and goods to
be used or purchased. I was also charged to allocation of the day to day tools to be
used in the field plus, unpacking newly shipped goods.
HALISI LIMITED
(Video Editing | Graphics Design)
SEPT 2016 - AUG 2017
I was in charge of creating designs in branding such as logos, posters, business
cards, banners and all clothing design templates.
NATION MEDIA
(Graphics Designer)
MAY 2018 - AUG 2018
I was tasked in creating and editing graphics for news, creating designs for the
day to day advertisments. I also aired graphics during the major network news
bulletins such as AM Live, NTV Sasa, NTV 1pm News and shows such as Jamrock,
Crossover and The Trend.
PAA TECH LIMITED
(Graphics Designer)
FREELANCE
I was delegated to create designs such as logos, posters, business cards, banners,
clothing design templates and motion graphics videos for corporate and
advertising functions.
FERTILITY KENYA
(Graphics Designer/Project Manager)
JAN 2019 - SEPT 2019
- Planning concepts by studying relevant information and materials.
- Illustrating concepts by designing examples of art arrangement, size, type
size, style and submitting them for approval.
- Drive alignment with the Fertility Clinic's branding and design standards,
ensuring that the firm's reputation is upheld
ZAHRA SIGNS SYSTEMS
(Graphics Designer)
JUN 2020 - JAN 2021
- Study design briefs and determine requirements.
- Schedule projects and define budget constraints.
- Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
- Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.
- Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software.
- Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic.
- Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design.
- Test graphics across various print media.
- Amend designs after feedback.
- Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
EAGLELINE TOURS
(Graphics Designer)
MAR 2021 - OCT 2021
I was responsible for creating and producing marketing, sales and guest services
communication materials across the entire customer journey, from pre-trip,
during trip and post-trip experiences. This includes print collateral, direct mail
brochures, advertising, digital content, sales materials, and guest content.
MOETECH LIMITED
(Lead Graphics Designer)
NOV 2021 - SEP 2023
- Liaising with clients to determine their requirements, timescale and budget.
- Managing client proposals from typesetting through to graphic design, print
and production.
- Working with clients’ ideas and managing their expectations.
- Developing concepts, graphics and layouts, including making decisions about
fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs.
- Determining size and arrangement of copy and illustrative material, as well as
font style and size.
- Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief.
- Keeping clients up to date, listening to and acting on feedback, and explaining
the rationale behind graphic design decisions.
- Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required.
- Keeping up to date with design and software trends.
- Liaising with external printers or production teams to ensure deadlines are
met and material is printed or presented to the highest quality.
Education
Moi University, Eldoret
2014 - 2019
B.SC. Graphics, Communication and Advertising
Grade: Second Class Honors
Webbs Institute of Technology
2016
Video Editing Specialist
Grade: Distinction
St. Mary's Boys Nyeri
2010 - 2013
KCSE
Grade: B
Beauty Kid Academy
2001 - 2009
KCPE
Grade: A-
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