Karanja Gaturu

A graphic designer who is technically competent with a strong work ethic and core skills used to bring ideas into realization.

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.

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-