Amjad Zia

Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager

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Intro

Halifax, Canada

Voice Actor at MyStudio

News Reporter at City42

Studied International Relations at Preston University

Broadcast Media

Joined December 24, 2022

Skills

Languages

English

Fluent

About

Hi there! My name is Amjad, and I'm a professional graphic designer with 5 years of experience. I specialize in Branding Identity, Web design, User Experience, Infographics. I've worked on projects ranging from branding and marketing materials to web design and user interface design. I believe that good design should not only be visually appealing but also communicate effectively and solve problems. That's why I take the time to understand my clients' needs and objectives before starting any project. I collaborate closely with my clients to ensure that I deliver designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also align with their brand and target audience. Here are some of my key skills and areas of expertise: • Designing Software Proficiency: Proficient in using design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as other tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Canva. • Creativity and design thinking: creative mind and able to think critically and solve problems through design thinking • Attention to detail: have a keen eye for detail and be able to produce designs that are accurate and precise. • Communication and collaboration: Able to communicate effectively with clients and team members, and collaborate closely with them to achieve project goals. • Typography and layout: Have a strong understanding of typography and layout, including the use of whitespace, grid systems, and hierarchy. • Color theory: Ha good understanding of color theory and be able to choose appropriate color schemes for different design projects. • Illustration and iconography: Have skills in creating illustrations and icons that communicate complex ideas effectively. • Branding and identity design: Have skills in creating a visual identity for a brand, including logos, typography, and color schemes. I have experience using a variety of design software and tools, including: • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Illustrator • Sketch • Canva I also have a strong understanding of design principles, such as color theory, typography, and layout, which I apply to all my designs. My hourly rate is 15$, and I'm open to both short-term and long-term projects. If you're looking for a creative and reliable graphic designer to help bring your vision to life, feel free to send me a message. I'd love to chat more about your project and how I can help you achieve your goals!

Experience

MyStudio

Oct 2019 – Present

Halifax

Voice Actor

• work on a wide range of projects, including audiobooks, commercials, documentaries, educational videos, corporate promotional materials, apps, toys, announcements, and phone prompts, as well as fictional media like animated films, dubbed series, video games, and radio dramas.

City42

Jun 2018 – Present

Halifax

News Reporter

• Collect, verify and analyze thoroughly newsworthy information • Assemble findings into a stable story • Write and deliver news stories with the reader’s perspective in mind • Publish or broadcast news stories • Receive assignments or investigate news leads/tips • Abide by journalism’s ethics and codes • Contact, interview and research sources • Maintain notes and audio recordings • Cooperate with reporters, chief editor, producers

Education

Preston University

Nov 2013 – Dec 2015

Mcs, International Relations