davidsaba

Graphic Designer

I'm a multidisciplinary designer with 8+ years of experience creating impactful visual solutions across fintech, blockchain, open-source, and emerging tech sectors. My journey began in 2015 as a freelance graphic designer specializing in branding and visual storytelling. I later served as Head of Design at AFEN Network, a Web3 company, where I led a global team of creatives and contributed to innovative product launches.

Today, I’m focused on freelance and contract roles in branding, creative direction, and digital product design. I'm passionate about collaborating with tech-forward brands, startups, and lifestyle companies to shape memorable user experiences and build strong visual identities. Let’s create something bold and strategic.


Experience: 9 years

Yearly salary: $60,000

Hourly rate: $15

Nationality: 🇳🇬 Nigeria

Residency: 🇳🇬 Nigeria


Experience

Lead Desiner
Lead Designer
2021 - 2022
In my role, I was responsible for creating innovative social media advertising assets and developing marketing content ideas for the lottery company. I designed all visual content, from engaging e-flyers for digital campaigns to high-quality physical print materials, ensuring brand consistency across platforms. Collaborating with a dynamic team, we brainstormed and executed strategies that enhanced customer engagement and drove brand visibility. The synergy within the team played a crucial role in streamlining workflows and delivering impactful results. Managing multiple projects simultaneously, I maintained a strong focus on delivering within tight timelines without compromising quality. This experience sharpened my ability to think creatively under pressure, adapt to shifting priorities, and leverage teamwork to produce designs that met both creative and strategic goals. My dedication to meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations consistently contributed to successful campaigns and strengthened the company’s brand presence.
Head of design
AFEN Blockchain Network
2021 - 2025
I was responsible for overseeing and designing all elements of the brand, including its visual identity, marketing materials, digital assets, and user interface designs. Collaborating with the product design and development teams, I ensured the website's seamless functionality aligned with the brand's vision. I worked closely with the CEO and founder to define the brand’s strategy and creative direction, translating ideas into impactful designs that resonated with the target audience. In this role, I supervised a team of four designers, managing their workloads, setting clear project briefs, and reviewing their work to maintain consistency and quality. I established workflows to streamline communication between teams, set project timelines, and ensured deadlines were met. I also mentored junior designers, resolved design challenges, and maintained high creative standards. This role allowed me to balance creative leadership, hands-on design work, and team management.

Skills

design
english