islah256

Graphics Designer

Uganda-based graphic designer and branding expert with a passion for crafting bold, authentic visuals. I’ve created logos, posters,t-shirt designs and social media design that fuse Uganda’s vibrant culture with modern aesthetics for brands like Webrand Uganda. Skilled in Abobe suite softwares , Canva, Figma, davinic resolve and more, I bring stories to life through clean typography and dynamic compositions. Seeking Web3 opportunities to design standout NFT collections, DeFi platform visuals, or blockchain brand identities. 🌍 

What I’ve Done:

  • Designed logos and digital assets for Ugandan businesses, blending local heritage with global appeal.
  • Produced creative campaigns, including social media graphics and promotional posters.
  • Developed t-shirt designs with cultural motifs, inspired by African art and music.

What I’m Looking For:

  • Freelance or contract roles in Web3 to create branding for NFT projects, DAOs, or crypto platforms.
  • Collaborations to design digital collectibles, UI/UX visuals, or marketing assets for decentralized ventures.

Experience: 4 years

Yearly salary: $64,000

Hourly rate: $40

Nationality: 🇺🇬 Uganda

Residency: 🇺🇬 Uganda


Experience

country manager
youaps africa
2022 - 2024
As Country Manager at Youaps Uganda Limited from October 2023 to December 2024, I oversaw financial strategy and operations management to drive company growth in Kampala’s tech ecosystem. My responsibilities included developing strategic plans to expand market presence, managing budgets and implementing cost-saving measures to enhance financial performance, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure efficient workflows. I built partnerships with local businesses and stakeholders, leveraged my graphic design and branding skills to create impactful marketing campaigns, and ensured compliance with Ugandan regulations. Additionally, I represented Youaps in client engagements and community events, fostering brand awareness and aligning operations with company goals, skills transferable to Web3’s dynamic, decentralized environment.
designer
webrand uganda
2019 - 2025
Design logos, posters, and digital assets using Figma and Canva, blending Ugandan culture with modern aesthetics. Manage end-to-end branding projects and client relations for Ugandan businesses. Oversee creative strategy and social media visuals, including Pinterest campaigns.

Skills

brand-designer
digital-marketing
graphic-designer
project-manager
social-media
design
english