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Michael Ugwuzor

Michael Ugwuzor

Motion Graphics Designer
Lagos

Summary

With over seven years of experience in visual design and five years specializing in motion design, Michael is a highly skilled Motion Graphics Designer. Proficient in the use of After Effects, Cinema 4d, Blender, Figma, and Photoshop, he has also honed his abilities in web development, user experience (UX) design, interactions, and corporate branding.

Michael has a proven track record of success, having helped numerous brands, events, individuals, and organizations exceed their sales targets by over 150%. He is a valuable team player who consistently raises the standards of any organization or brand he works for.

With his extensive knowledge and expertise in motion design, web development, and branding, Michael is a valuable asset to any team. His dedication to delivering high-quality work and exceeding expectations is a testament to his commitment to professionalism and excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Brand Design and Multimedia Executive

Interswitch Group
07.2023 - Current

For the Verve Card Brand:

  • I designed and animated the highly successful Verve Goodlife TVC and Social Media Advert, achieving 3.3 million views and sparking social media buzz with 11,000 likes per platform
  • Generated excitement for the Vervelife 6.0 launch with a captivating prelaunch ad and a compelling main TVC
  • Expanded brand reach and recognition through various impactful Vervelife billboard ads, strategically placed for maximum visibility
  • Personalized the user experience on the day of the Vervelife 6.0 event by creating 13 individual ads for each Vervelife trainer, highlighting their unique training styles and expertise


For the Quickteller Brand:

  • I worked on the Quickteller Rebirth Video campaign, with a target of generating a significant brand impact with 2- 3 million views and over 20,000 likes across Twitter and Instagram.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
  • Delivered Impactful Quickteller Product Videos, effectively showcasing various features and driving user adoption.
  • Conceptualized and produced the Quickteller One Africa Ad Video, fostering cultural connection and brand loyalty among customers.
  • Created an engaging Quickteller Vervelife Ad Video, driving awareness and promoting the Quickteller platform.


For the Interswitch Masterbrand:

  • I produced a Customer Service Week video that captured the essence of MD/CEO Mitchell Elegbe's passion for customer service, inspiring employees to deliver exceptional experiences
  • Increased awareness about fraud prevention through an informative video on Episode 1 of the Fraud Department series, focusing on tackling chargeback fraud
  • Collaborated with other members of the Multimedia Team, to streamline internal processes and communication with a comprehensive Photobank, readily accessible to all teams
  • Promoted the transformative power of technology with the Techconnect 3.0 Video, showcasing the event's key themes and innovations.

Motion Graphic Designer

Mutarex Digital
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • I delivered high-quality branded motion storytelling for digital channels
  • I planned & help manage various visual design and animation projects
  • I also contributed to Mutarex's objectives and helped increase total media assets for our clients and brands by over 150%.

Motion Graphic Designer

DBD 360
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with 2 other graphic designers to develop promo videos for Dettol Nigeria
  • For the team, I designed and coordinated the creation of over 50 motion graphic assets
  • For the team, I created various video commercials and assisted in the execution of over 20 campaigns.

Design & Creativity Lead

Hidden History UK
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Developed the website and collaborated on the mobile app with the app developer
  • Created motion graphics and ads for over 7,000 monthly users.

Graphic Designer & Animator

Rosabon Financial Services
07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Daily adjustments to announcements, photos, and videos were collaborated with a digital team, resulting in a 15% increase in visitor traction
  • Created short animated videos, designed 3D assets, and operated the camera when needed
  • Designed and animated 3 final video ads weekly by sorting and editing approximately 500 raw photographs.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Vivel Marketing
02.2018 - 07.2020
  • Designing social media posts for events, news, and other promotional designs that were necessary to advertise the brand.

Lead Graphics Designer

BhEERHUGZ CAFÉ
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • My role as a graphic designer was mostly to provide online and print designs for social media and other promotional uses.

Graphic Deisgner

CXT World
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • To create visuals and graphics, artworks and animations used for the promotion of CXT.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Toxicology

FUNAAB, Abeokuta, Abeokuta
04.2010 - 01.2015

Skills

Proficiency in Top design softwares

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Certification

Web Development

Software

After Effects

Premier Pro

Cinema 4D

Blender

Adobe Illustrator

Indesign

Timeline

Brand Design and Multimedia Executive - Interswitch Group
07.2023 - Current
Motion Graphic Designer - Mutarex Digital
06.2021 - 05.2022
Motion Graphic Designer - DBD 360
09.2020 - 07.2021
Graphic Designer & Animator - Rosabon Financial Services
07.2019 - 11.2020
Freelance Graphic Designer - Vivel Marketing
02.2018 - 07.2020
Design & Creativity Lead - Hidden History UK
01.2018 - 01.2021
Lead Graphics Designer - BhEERHUGZ CAFÉ
11.2016 - 02.2018
Graphic Deisgner - CXT World
07.2016 - 01.2017
FUNAAB, Abeokuta - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Toxicology
04.2010 - 01.2015
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Michael UgwuzorMotion Graphics Designer