Joseph Akinleye
Akure,Nigeria
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in web design and brand identity development, leveraging skills in HTML, CSS, and WordPress to create compelling digital experiences. Adept at implementing SEO strategies and managing content across various platforms, ensuring optimal online presence. Proven track record in leading creative teams and mentoring staff to foster collaborative environments that drive innovative solutions. Committed to enhancing brand visibility through strategic social media initiatives and effective public relations efforts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Creative Director
Digital Expresz
Remote, Nigeria
2024.05 - 2026.03
- Transformed over 35 client visions into tangible designs bringing their concepts to life.
- Identified new business opportunities converting leads to clients with ease, Negotiate contracts and services to best meet project budget requirements. Manage high-impact lifecycle projects, Oversee teams of web designers and graphics designers, managing effective, efficient delivery of all projects.
- Developed comprehensive creative briefs clearly outlining project objectives and deliverables.
- Enhanced user experience on corporate websites with intuitive interface design.
- Devised design solutions to meet client brief requests.
Freelance website Developer
Independent Businesses
Remote, United States
2021.06 - 2024.12
- Designed attractive, user-friendly websites by utilising WordPress themes and plugins.
- Delivered over 60 projects within deadlines without compromising on aesthetic or functional aspects of design.
- Enhanced website performance with optimised graphics and SEO-friendly content.
- Developed unique WordPress templates for improved website functionality.
- Created custom websites by harnessing HTML, CSS and JavaScript skills.
Manager
NeoLife International
Atlanta, United States
2021.11 - 2022.11
- Assisted over 15 distributors in network marketing by providing training on product knowledge.
- Supported business development through ongoing training in effective communication and relationship building.
- Facilitated networking events to establish new connections and opportunities.
Information Technology Trainer
FHG
Akure, Nigeria
2021.09 - 2022.11
- Supported over 50 new intakes in email marketing and website design.
- Facilitated understanding through comprehensive training materials.
- Assisted participants in gaining both theoretical and practical knowledge.
Internship Trainee
Internship Trainee
Akure, Nigeria
2021.04 - 2021.11
- Developed expertise in digital marketing and website design, culminating in promotion to trainer within six months of intensive training, thereby training over 50 new intakes in less than 1 year
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mechanical Engineering
Federal University of Technology Akure
Akure, Ondo State 2015.01 - 2019.12
Master of Engineering - Production Engineering
Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Ondo State 2023.04 -
Skills
- Graphic design expertise
- Digital advertising techniques
- Adobe creative suite proficiency
- High-value project management
- Project management expertise
- Activation planning and management
- Team development
- Creative team leadership
Certification
- Cold Email Prospecting
- Freelancing Tips
- Running a Web Design Business: Defining Success
- Running a Web Design Business: Defining Your Business Structure
- Planning a Web Design Portfolio: Growing Your Freelance Business
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Reading
- Playing Chess
- Public Speaking
Core Competencies
- Creative Direction: Brand Architecture, Visual Identity Design, & Executive Leadership.
- Web Engineering: Advanced WordPress Development, Elementor Pro, & Custom CSS.
- Digital Strategy: SEO Optimization, Social Media Architecture, & Public Relations.
- UI/UX Design: High-End "Bento-Style" Layouts, Color Theory, & Responsive Design.
- Project Management: Strategic Operations, Team Mentoring, & Rapid Sprint Delivery.
Key Technologies and Tools
- Design & UI/UX: Elementor Pro, WordPress CMS, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite.
- Web Development: Advanced HTML5, Custom CSS3, Responsive Design, WooCommerce.
- Performance & SEO: Google Analytics, SEO Strategy, Speed Optimization, Site Security..
- Management: Project Roadmaps, Client Communication Portals, Team Mentoring Tools.
Accomplishments
- Executive Leadership Excellence Award: Distinguished as the Lead Speaker and Team Captain during the 2024 DEMI Leadership Academy. Led a cross-functional team to a 1st place victory by developing and pitching a high-impact strategic organizational framework.
- LinkedIn Professional Certification – Advanced Web Architecture: Successfully completed a rigorous triplet of professional tracks covering Advanced WordPress Ecosystems, Modern UI/UX Design Principles, and Strategic Content Management.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Creative Director
Digital Expresz
2024.05 - 2026.03
Master of Engineering - Production Engineering
Federal University of Technology, Akure
2023.04 -
Manager
NeoLife International
2021.11 - 2022.11
Information Technology Trainer
FHG
2021.09 - 2022.11
Freelance website Developer
Independent Businesses
2021.06 - 2024.12
Internship Trainee
Internship Trainee
2021.04 - 2021.11
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mechanical Engineering
Federal University of Technology Akure
2015.01 - 2019.12