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Egnuma Gelana

Addis Ababa

Summary

Frontend Developer and Graphics Designer with extensive experience at COFNETS, specializing in responsive design and effective team collaboration. Successfully transformed client requirements into innovative solutions, resulting in improved product stability and enhanced user experience. Proficient in JavaScript frameworks and Adobe Creative Suite, consistently delivering high-quality, client-focused outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Graphics Designer

Local Company
01.2024 - Current
  • Gained experience in logo design, branding, website design, and frontend development across diverse projects.
  • Delivered high-quality solutions tailored to meet unique client needs through effective communication.
  • Received positive feedback for creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to achieving desired outcomes.
  • Designed high-quality graphics for websites, emails, and social media platforms.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects within tight deadlines.
  • Generated creative ideas for new products or services based on customer feedback.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging visuals for print collateral.
  • Evaluated existing designs and recommended improvements where necessary.
  • Edited existing artwork using Adobe Creative Suite applications.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create visually compelling graphics and layouts for print and digital media.
  • Managed complete design process, from conceptualization to delivery, for various marketing materials.

Frontend Developer & Graphics Designer

COFNETS
05.2022 - 02.2025
  • Gathered client requirements and translated them into technical specifications for implementation.
  • Debugged complex software issues, resulting in a more stable product release.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features.
  • Adapted to new technologies and programming languages, increasing team productivity.
  • Designed customized solutions for proposals targeted at potential customers.
  • Engaged in continuous skill enhancement through training courses, workshops, and self-study.
  • Oversaw product design, print design and marketing collateral from concept to completion.
  • Developed layouts for product graphics, company collateral and web sites.
  • Determined size and layout of copy material and selected styles and size of fonts.
  • Reviewed final layouts, making improvements and suggestions as needed.
  • Conferred with clients to determine requirements and layout designs.
  • Selected colors and themes while adding functionality to create new designs.
  • Directed advertisement, banner, and signage projects from concept to final delivery.
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
  • Participated in client meetings to understand needs and provide strategic design solutions.
  • Utilized typography, color, and composition expertly in all design projects to convey desired messages effectively.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Developed packaging designs that improved product visibility and customer appeal on shelves.

AI Model Trainer

UBUNTU AI
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Evaluated AI models by asking targeted programming questions across various categories (e.g., syntax, algorithms, debugging).
  • Analyzed model responses, selected the best answers, and provided detailed justifications for their accuracy.
  • Trained and fine-tuned models to improve their performance and learning capabilities.
  • Provided feedback to enhance the models' understanding of programming concepts and problem-solving.
  • Collaborated with teams to ensure models were reliable and effective for real-world programming tasks.
  • Contributed to the development of smarter, more accurate AI models through iterative evaluation and training.

Freelancer

Mekiya Enterprise
Addis Ababa
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Developed customized solutions to address unique client needs, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Strengthened client relationships with consistent communication and timely project updates.

Freelancer

ADA Food Complex
Addis Ababa
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Designed and developed a modern, user-friendly website for Ada Food Complex.
  • The website features a clean, responsive design optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring a seamless user experience.
  • Key functionalities include product showcases, service pages, contact forms, and social media integration.
  • This project involved close collaboration with the client to align the design with their brand identity and business goals, resulting in a professional online presence that enhances their customer engagement and market reach.

Education

Certificate - Graphics Design

Engida(TA) Graphics Institute
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Dire Dawa University
Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
01.2021

Skills

  • Programming languages and frameworks
  • Problem-solving techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Responsive design principles
  • Front-end development
  • Agile methodologies
  • Version control with Git
  • JavaScript frameworks
  • HTML5 and CSS
  • React and Nextjs
  • Redux state management
  • Tailwind CSS styling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Presentation design
  • Social media design
  • Content management with Sanity
  • Flutter mobile development
  • Print and packaging design
  • Brand identity and logo design
  • Typography expertise
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Layout and composition skills
  • Time management and organization

Languages

  • Afaan Oromo, Native
  • Amharic, B2
  • English, Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • Freelance Frontend Developer & UI/UX Designer
    Designed and built responsive websites and web apps for clients across industries. Specialized in user-centric design, accessibility, and performance optimization.
  • Freelance Graphic Designer
    Created visual identities, marketing materials, and digital assets for clients across various industries. Specialized in branding, layout design, and creating visually engaging content tailored to target audiences.

Timeline

Freelancer

Mekiya Enterprise
10.2024 - 10.2024

Freelancer

ADA Food Complex
09.2024 - 09.2024

Freelance Graphics Designer

Local Company
01.2024 - Current

AI Model Trainer

UBUNTU AI
08.2023 - 01.2025

Frontend Developer & Graphics Designer

COFNETS
05.2022 - 02.2025

Certificate - Graphics Design

Engida(TA) Graphics Institute

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Dire Dawa University

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