Paul Sikasukwe
Lusaka
Summary
Creative Graphic Designer with talent for developing unique custom artwork. Innovative approach to ideas and concept development. Offering 5+ years of expertise overseeing individual projects and brand development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Church Clerk
Chelston SDA Church
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained church calendar by collecting information about upcoming events and reserving appropriate spaces for regular meetings and special activities.
- Handled church correspondence, member database and building scheduling.
- Directed administrative and secretarial support for pastors, program directors and volunteers at church.
- Published, printed and mailed informative, prayerful newsletters to church members and leadership team.
- Created and updated membership rosters, church documents and basic reports.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Graphic Designer
Valimex Enterprise Ltd
07.2014 - 12.2019
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Designed creative digital displays used in online advertising for local businesses.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
- Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
Proofreader
UNZA Press
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Managed finished works and version edits for comprehensive record of each file.
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Used style guidelines to make accurate changes and comply with ideal structure.
- Compared assigned tasks to internal and external information databases for accuracy and plagiarism.
- Followed established guidelines to maintain style quality and consistency in produced content.
- Revised work to identify missed mistakes before completing assigned assignments.
- Researched content and grammatical issues to check accuracy of information.
- Collaborated with editors to meet project deadlines and solicit customer feedback and transparency on work progress.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Casual Accounts Clerk
Mulungushi Village Complex Ltd
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Filing financial records, reports and a range of transactions for the assigned period of the project.
- Providing assistance to the accounting department as assigned by the accountants.
- Tasked with data entry using MS office suite, mostly Excel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chelstone Secondary School
Lusaka, ZambiaAssociate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, Zambia08.2019
Skills
- Meeting planning, report generation and phone etiquette
- Data entry skills
- Graphic design, logo design with experience in Photoshop and Illustrator
- Image manipulation and video editing
- Analytical Thinking
- Hardware Installation and Software Installation
- Technical Support, Helpdesk administration
- Web design with some knowledge of HTM and LCSS
Singing, reading, travelling, recreational games
- In my free time, I like to actively engage activities like singing with various church groups
- I also enjoy reading to broaden my knowledge on a particular subject or just enjoying a novel
- Travelling and site seeing is also something I enjoy doing
- I also occasionally participate in recreational activities like playing football, swimming, athletics etc
Additional Information
I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level ICT officer position. I am ready to take on added responsibilities to help the team achieve company goals.
Timeline
Assistant Church Clerk
Chelston SDA Church
01.2024 - Current
Graphic Designer
Valimex Enterprise Ltd
07.2014 - 12.2019
Proofreader
UNZA Press
01.2014 - 07.2014
Casual Accounts Clerk
Mulungushi Village Complex Ltd
01.2013 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Chelstone Secondary School
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Evelyn Hone College
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