Arif Tedja, Graphic Designer

About

Greetings! My name is Arif Teja Mukti, but you can simply call me Arif. I am a professional graphic designer based in the culturally rich city of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. I am proud to hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Design from one of Indonesia’s most prestigious art colleges, a testament to my academic commitment to the field of design. My professional expertise lies in brand development and editorial design, areas in which I have honed my skills over the years. However, my interests extend beyond these specializations. I am also deeply fascinated by essay photography and blogging, both of which allow me to express my creativity in unique ways. My journey into the world of design was inspired by my family of fine artists. Their artistic influence guided my initial steps into the national publishing industry. From there, my career took me to an overseas advertising agency, where I had the opportunity to work on diverse projects and expand my design repertoire. Despite my extensive experience, I firmly believe that learning is a lifelong process. Even now, I continually seek to broaden my knowledge and skills in design. I am particularly interested in exploring how design can add color to our lives, enhancing our experiences and interactions in the world. In conclusion, I am a dedicated and passionate graphic designer with a diverse skill set and a never-ending desire to learn and grow. I look forward to bringing my unique perspective and professional expertise to future design projects.

Experience

Workdog Creative (Advertising Agency)

Nov 2023 – Present

New South Wales, AUS

Visual Designer and Illustrator (Contract Part-Time)

- I brought client visions to life through bespoke designs, tailoring each piece to their unique brand narrative. - I straddled the worlds of print and digital design, while also curating engaging content for our social media channels. - My expertise lies in crafting editorial designs for books, magazines, catalogs, and infographics - Creating compelling social media content.

Placentia Library District (Library)

Sep 2023 – Present

California, USA

Graphic Designer and Social Media Manager (Contract Part-Time)

- I breathed life into the company’s brand each day, creating graphic designs that were as dynamic and evolving as the business itself. - I wore the dual hats of a content designer and admin for our social media platforms, - Crafting engaging posts and managing online interactions to build a vibrant digital community. - Designing website content that was not only visually appealing but also user-friendly and reflective of our brand identity.

Tungsten Advertising Agency (Creative Agency)

Aug 2022 – Nov 2023

San Fransisco, USA

Visual Designer and Illustrator (Part-Time)

- Transformed the visions of the company’s clients into tangible designs, creating a visual language that spoke to their unique needs. - Navigated the realms of both print and digital design, crafting compelling visuals and social media content that resonated with our audience. - Found my niche in the intricate world of editorial design, creating visually stunning books, magazines, catalogs, and infographics - Mastering the art of social media content design.

The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta (MGallery by Accor - France)

Sep 2016 – Nov 2017

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

House Artist/Graphic Designer (Full Time)

- Each month, I breathed life into our brand by crafting unique promotional design concepts. - As an in-house food photographer, I captured the artistry of our culinary offerings, telling a delicious story through my lens. - Engaged in enriching brainstorming sessions with Accor (South East Asia), weaving together diverse perspectives to create compelling visual designs. - I was the go-to design guru, providing daily design support for all hotel departments, across both print and digital platforms. - I amplified our brand’s voice by creating engaging social media content, sparking conversations, and building connections.

Kabare Magazine (Art & Culture Magazine)

Jul 2008 – Apr 2016

Jakarta, Indonesia

Head of Artistic Department (Full Time)

- Each month, I breathed life into our magazine by crafting captivating visual concepts that captured the essence of our stories. - Selected supporting visuals (typography, photos, illustrations, and infographics), ensuring they perfectly complemented our written content. - I supervised the prepress process with a keen eye, ensuring every detail was perfect until the triumphant moment our magazine was published. - Creative force behind our digital magazine’s website, managing visuals and layout to create an engaging and user-friendly digital reading experience.

Education

Indonesia Institute of the Arts

Jul 2003 – Aug 2007

Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts and Design

Modern School of Design

Jul 2002 – Mar 2007

Bachelor of Arts, Fine Art and Design

Arif Tedja

Graphic Designer

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