About me

Dear Sir/Madam,

Looking for Opportunity to Make a Difference

I have worked for Ogilvy and 141 Worldwide for 6 years as an Art Director. I am currently working for Casewise as the Creative Services Manager. At Casewise, my work revolves around taking care of all Casewise's global through-the-line design solutions.

I have hands-on experience and have managed a good number of major global brands. Amongst these brands are McVities biscuits, Guinness, Shell Petroleum, Sony Electronics, LG Electronics, Mercedes Benz etc. I am continually seeking fresh creative solutions. I am a passionate creative designer/Art Director and able to take ownership of creative/design projects from briefing to delivery.

My core competences are in

· Practical Expert Knowledgeof various design platforms, their uniqueness and how they fit into achieving specific campaign objectives.

· Great Management Knowledge and Experience ensures that I have a balanced perspective that is not easy to find with most creative people. I have worked previously in Management and Managerial roles and able to understand strategic issues and how they impact on brands and their bottom line.

· Deep Out-Of-The-Box design skill.

· Good Illustrative Skill: Storyboard, scamps etc.

· Great Communication Skill.

· Skilled in Managing Creative Processfrom start to finish.

Additional

Education: MA Computer Animation & Special Effects University of Bradford UK. HND Graphic Design

Values

· Integrity: Doing it right every time and maintaining corporate integrity and ethics.

· Value: Going beyond the natural call of duty and the job specification to seek to be an outstanding employee that is always making good impact and justifying employer's Return On Investment.

· Hardwork: Sometimes Smart work is not enough. There may be need to put in reasonable effort and go the extra mile.

· Loyalty: Stay focussed leaving only when employer is satisfied or when mutual value and career progression is stalled. Openness and Sincerity at all times.

· Proactive Learning: Seeking new information and knowledge to keep ahead of competition for the benefit of my company.

· Can-do Spirit: Nothing is impossible is my approach to work. I am result oriented and my passion for the job can push me to any limit.

· Attention to details.

I look forward to the opportunity to work in your organisation bringing my experience and wide range of skills and creativity that will significant impact your company within and foster growth and team success.

Please click on the link below to view my online portfolio.

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Sincerely,

Joseph Okolie

Skills

Creative Direction Creative Strategy Advertising Integrated Marketing, Concept Development Art Direction Corporate Identity Brochures, Graphic Design Logo Design Typography Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications Corporate Branding Packaging, Posters, Direct Mail, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Flash Animation, 3D Animation Special Effects Digital Compositing Storyboarding Email Marketing Corel Draw Realflow

Awards

MA Computer Animation and Special Effects , HND Graphic Design

Clients

BAT, Casewise Systems, Daimler Chrysler, Etisalat Telecommunications, Guinness, LG Electronics, Malta Guinness, McVities Biscuits, Mercedes-Benz, Moneygram, Shell, Sony Electronics, UBA