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Creative Director

AYODEJI ADEBAYO (DayGenius)

Visionary Creative Director with 10+ years of experience shaping brand identities, leading digital transformation, and delivering innovative design strategies.

10+

Years Experience

10+

Brand Launches

30%

Efficiency Boost

Core Competencies

My expertise spans across strategy, design, and leadership, ensuring a holistic approach to every project.

Creative Direction
  • Brand Strategy & Identity
  • Art Direction
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Design Systems & Guidelines
Content & Video
  • Cinematography
  • Video Production
  • Motion Graphics
  • Podcast Development
Product Design
  • UI/UX Development
  • Web & App Design
  • User-Centric Experiences
  • Prototyping & Wireframing
Marketing & Strategy
  • Content Strategy
  • Campaign Execution
  • Digital Marketing
  • Customer Acquisition
Tools & Technology
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Figma, Sketch, Webflow
  • HTML/CSS, WordPress
  • DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro
Leadership
  • Team Collaboration
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Cross-functional Leadership

Professional Experience

A journey of growth, innovation, and impactful results.

Head of Design and Content Strategy (Africa)

SquaredFinancial

Dec 2023 – Present | Lagos, Nigeria

  • Lead creative direction and execution of visual identity, content ecosystem, and digital marketing strategy across Africa
  • Oversee end-to-end creative production from concept to campaign delivery
  • Direct cross-functional collaboration to produce visually compelling narratives
  • Spearhead content shoots and manage high-performing creative team
Visual Designer (Fusion & Unify Projects)

Sterling Bank Plc

Sep 2022 – Jan 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)

  • Created branding assets and visual systems for Fusion app and Unify web application
  • Collaborated with product and UX designers to develop user-friendly digital experiences
  • Designed motion graphics, videos, and social media creatives for marketing campaigns
  • Strengthened Fusion's visual language as a futuristic social fintech brand
Brand Designer

Quidax

Nov 2023 – Apr 2024 | Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)

  • Developed creative visual concepts aligned with Quidax's brand identity
  • Produced design assets and social visuals supporting marketing campaigns
UX Designer & Brand Communications Design Manager

Alpha Mead Group

Apr 2019 – Jan 2023 | Lagos, Nigeria

  • Directed UX design and creative communication initiatives for subsidiaries
  • Oversaw brand-related content ensuring consistency across channels
  • Implemented workflows increasing creative delivery speed by 30%
  • Designed user-centric digital experiences strengthening brand credibility

Education & Awards

A foundation of excellence and a history of recognition.

Education

MBA, Computer/Information Technology Administration & Management

Nexford University | Mar 2024 – Apr 2025

Grade: A

Certificate, Advanced Business Foundations

Nexford University | Mar 2024 – Jun 2024

Grade: A

Certified UI/UX Design

Perxels Design School | Sep 2021 – Dec 2021

Grade: A

B.Tech, Meteorology

Federal University of Technology, Akure | 2008 – 2013

Awards & Highlights

  • Directed brand campaigns that boosted engagement across fintech and real estate sectors
  • Led multiple rebranding projects achieving stronger visual consistency and recognition
  • Delivered over 10+ successful brand launches in 4 years
  • Recognized for creative innovation in brand design and video direction
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