Adobe Photoshop
Clarence Kimani
Computer Specialist
Nairobi
Summary
Hardworking and focused computer professional offering excellent technical skills, website development, digital marketing, video & audio editing and live engineering, communication, planning and prioritization skills demonstrated through 18 years of performance. Skilled at social media and website analytics reports and managing ad campaigns maximizing ROI. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to optimize personnel strengths. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
IT & Design (part-time)
BANG Magazine
01.2006
- Designed magazine layout, provided photographic support for the magazine, designed advertisements for magazine clients, met with corporate clients to sell advertising space, facilitated printing and distribution of the magazine throughout East Africa.
Product Marketing Team (contract)
Groundwork Marketing & Promotions
01.2003
- Part of a 60 person promotions team, hired on a three month contractual basis to promote a range of beauty products across Kenya using one on one personal selling.
Technical Manager
In Christ Television
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with stakeholders to transform client requirements into turnkey solutions.
- Enhanced and reconstructed computer systems to increase efficiency.
- Built trusted relationships with stakeholders through clear communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to optimize operations.
- Recruited and trained IT team members.
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
- Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
- Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.
- Created comprehensive documentation of processes and procedures to ensure consistency throughout the department''s operations.
- Maintained authoritative knowledge through continued education and ongoing training.
- Troubleshot systems comprised of security alarms and Internet connectivity.
Technical Manager, Still & Motion Graphics
Euphonix Media
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provided technical support for Digital LED billboards, from installation to everyday maintenance and troubleshooting
- It was my job to; replace parts, which were faulty and liaise with the manufacturers of the billboard to solve issues
- I also created motion graphics for commercial advertising use on the billboard or other video media such as T.V., Internet and others.
Head Engineer, C.E.O.
Headbangaz Entertainment
01.2009 - 11.2011
- Provide engineering support to the recording studio, managed the studio on a day to day basis, create compositions for use by recording artists, mixing and mastering of audio recordings jingles, advertising and promotion of the studio and recording artists, liaise with media houses for promotion of studio work, developed radio and video advertisements, event management, planning and management of performance tours within Kenya and abroad, liaising with corporate sponsors.
Producer
Phoenix Recordz
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Provide engineering and IT support to the recording studio, created compositions for use by recording artists, mixing and mastering of audio recordings, video storyboarding and editing, advertising and promotion of the studio and recording artists, assist in event planning and management, develop marketing proposals for use in obtaining corporate sponsors.
Supervisor – Advertising Graphics Department
Business Times Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Ensured printing deadlines were met, oversaw and improved the quality of advertisements created by the department, liaised with senior managers to ensure the company’s goals were being met, met with clients to develop and create advertisement concepts, worked with the Advertising Manager to provide sponsorship for community events.
Event Management
Freelance
01.2004 - 10.2006
- Planning music and corporate events, including product launches and concerts, liaise with company representatives to seek relevant sponsorship for events and ensure events match the company’s expectations, source companies to provide relevant services to the event, oversee all logistical aspects of the event, develop marketing and advertising campaigns for event promotion, source staff and oversee the management of all event related staff, manage funds and ensure budget is met.
Head Engineer
House of Music Records
01.2004 - 03.2006
- Provided engineering support to the recording studio, managed the studio on a day to day basis, created compositions for use by recording artists, mixing and mastering of audio recordings, advertising and promotion of the studio and recording artists, liaised with media houses for promotion of studio work, developed radio and video advertisements, event management, planning and management of performance tours within Tanzania, liaising with corporate sponsors.
IT Consultant
Logic Intel Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided IT related services, designed and developed websites for company clients, performed hardware/software service and maintenance, design magazine and newspaper advertisements, develop banners, design billboard advertisements, source required IT equipment for clients, seek clients, tenders and contracts for the company.
Website Designer
Freelance
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Design layout and information flow for websites, create web graphics and icons, create 2D animations for advertisements and banners, and create email databases, development of interactive elements for websites including registration forms, polls and surveys.
Education
HND - 3D Animation, Motion Graphics & Multimedia
Shang Tao Media College
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Professional musician
undefinedFreelance Job Portfolio
- S.A.D.C. Multimedia Cd, Designed a multimedia cd containing info regarding the 2003 Summit, which took place in Dar es Salaam. The cd was given to members of each delegation of the 13 member states of S.A.D.C. It also contained information regarding Tanzania as a country, investment opportunities, an English-Swahili dictionary, and links to relative government authorities
- Coca-Cola (TZ), Conceptualized the H.R. staff appreciation campaign, created related artwork, and facilitated printing of posters/fliers
Personal Information
ID Number: 28227362
References
- Sydney Armstrong, CEO Euphonix Media, 0720 - 690767, sydney@euphonixmedia.com
- Brian Okemo, CEO, Phoenix Recordz, 0724 - 942560, drflash@phoenixrecordz.com
Accomplishments
One of my best projects was creating and managing a project for The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tanzania, in which I was tasked to create an interactive multimedia cd for all the dignitaries of The South African Development Community (SADC) Summit which took place in Dar es Salaam. The interactive cd welcomed and highlighted all visiting Heads of State, showcased Tourism and Investment opportunities deemed important by the Government of Tanzania. I also added a digital English-Swahili dictionary for ease of language translation at the users convenience. I created a simple user experience with optimal information architecture that was easy to use for all the intended users.
Software
Logic Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Premiere
Adobe Audition
Adobe After Effects
Multiple Online web apps
Postman
Figma
Android Studio
Visual Studio Code
Windows OS
Mac OS
Microsoft Office
Final Cut Pro
Motion
Maya
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe InDesign
Timeline
Technical Manager
In Christ Television
06.2022 - Current
Technical Manager, Still & Motion Graphics
Euphonix Media
01.2011 - 01.2013
Head Engineer, C.E.O.
Headbangaz Entertainment
01.2009 - 11.2011
Producer
Phoenix Recordz
01.2009 - 12.2009
IT & Design (part-time)
BANG Magazine
01.2006
Supervisor – Advertising Graphics Department
Business Times Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007
IT Consultant
Logic Intel Services
01.2005 - 01.2006
Event Management
Freelance
01.2004 - 10.2006
Head Engineer
House of Music Records
01.2004 - 03.2006
Product Marketing Team (contract)
Groundwork Marketing & Promotions
01.2003
HND - 3D Animation, Motion Graphics & Multimedia
Shang Tao Media College
04.2001 -
Website Designer
Freelance
01.2001 - 12.2002
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