Runaldo Ferré (Brazilian-Italian / EEA)

ferre.runaldo@gmail.com – 07708 14 8008www.runaldoferre-graphics.com / LinkedIn profile

152 Clarence Avenue, New Malden, Surrey, KT3 3DY

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Runaldo Ferre is a highly skilled and experienced graphic designer, with a proven track record for delivering exceptional graphic design outcomes. These include drawing and illustration, photography, image editing and excellent capability across all Adobe Suite software programs. From logo and stationery design, to digital / front-end design, character creation, presentations, training manuals, advertisements and other print design campaigns as well as brand guideline development, Runaldo has worked with a range of clientele to achieve design excellence. While he has lived and worked in Sao Paulo, London, Dubai, and Cape Town, Runaldo is back in London indefinitely and seeking a permanent senior designer position in either an agency or a corporate. Due to a broad skill-set and extensive experience, Runaldo should also be considered for roles such as creative/art consultant or director or those design roles with a strong focus on photography.

SKILLS

Highly skilled and experienced graphic designer Proficiency in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) Hand drawing / illustration Front-end / digital design Photography Photo-editing Print production management Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint and Excel Art direction and client relationship management: consultation with clients directly on all

creative-related projects Basic HTML skills and web development from platforms such as Wordpress and Wix Basic animation using Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver and Toon-Boom Cartoon. Very good communication skills, both written and verbal (English and Portuguese)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Graphic Designer: January 2016 – June 2016Company Name: www.runaldoferre-graphics.com Location: London, UK

Achievements and responsibilities:

Concept and graphic design for a new award system for UK-based Swimming Nature’s 5,000 students including a welcome pack, progression charts for students and design elements for online platforms. Design requirements included creative ideas to help introduce and promote a range of new 3D aquatic animal characters for students.

Concept and brand identity design for client TAMU Pte, a new food and beverage company in Singapore, Dubai, USA and Sub-Saharan Africa (Kenya). Work included the conceptualisation and design of the logo and visual identity such as stationery and digital design elements.

Design and development of personal website (using Wix), to showcase graphic design portfolio: www.runaldoferre-graphics.com

Participation in landscape and wildlife photography workshop with renowned photographer Matthew Maran (location: Hampstead Heath).

Ongoing promotion and content development for personal photography across social media platforms such as Facebook: www.facebook.com/RunaldoFerre.photography as well as on Fine Art America.

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Senior Graphic Designer: December 2010 – December 2015Company Name: www.runaldoferre-graphics.com Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Achievements and responsibilities:

Ongoing freelance graphic design for international technology company MiX Telematics: large-format wall and desk calendars for 4 years running; print advertisements; brochures; flyers; infographics; investor presentations; PowerPoint templates. (www.mixtelematics.com)

Brand refresh project for UK-based Swimming Nature – included, logo re-design, comprehensive brand guidelines, front-end web design, franchise brochure, print and digital advertisements, new ideas for brand’s range of animal characters. (www.swimmingnature.com)

Ongoing freelance graphic design for agency Planred: flyers; brochures; presentations; logos; graphics for corporate clothing; online advertisement banners etc., for clients such as ABSA Bank (Barclays Group), Manhattan Hotels and Disney’s Africa Division.

Logo and corporate identity development for a new company called Rithm. Logo and corporate identity development for a new company called LP Middle East. Design and development of personal website (using Wordpress), to promote my portfolio of

abstract artwork and photography (life-long hobbies): www.runaldoferre.com

Senior Graphic Designer: April 2005 – November 2010Company Name: Runaldo Ferre FZC Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Achievements and responsibilities:

Corporate identity development, various print design as well as interior branding for N.A.I.L.S. beauty salon. Work included logo and stationery design, merchandise design, wall decals, brochures, appointment cards and print and online advertisements.

Corporate identity development, various print design as well as front-end web design for Elemento LLC, interior design company. Work included logo and stationery design, company brochure, website design, hard copy and electronic presentations and advertisements.

Employee engagement presentations and graphics for DHL’s ‘Call Wise’ initiative. Corporate identity development, various print design as well as interior branding consultancy

for Shireen Real Estate. Work included logo and stationery design, advertisement templates, website design as well as signage and interior branding consultancy.

Corporate identity development, various print design as well as brand guidelines for new catering company InnerG Foods. Work included logo and stationery design, brochure / menu design, and advertisements.

Corporate identity development and various print design for Belleview Homes, which later became Connection Properties. Graphics also done for Connection Properties that included a newspaper and magazine advertisement campaign to create awareness about the transition.

Senior Graphic Designer: December 2000 – March 2005Company Name: www.swimmingnature.comLocation: London, UK

Achievements and responsibilities:

Corporate identity development including company logo design, stationery, and sub-brand development for different age groups of customers/students.

Character development: illustration and graphic development of eight aquatic animal characters to represent different levels of tuition offered by the Swimming Nature brand.

Merchandise design: graphics for corporate clothing (wetsuits, swimming caps, t-shirts), and various promotional items.

Print design including brochures, flyers, progression booklets and stickers for children, advertisements, and exhibition stand design.

Digital design: front-end design and animation for an interactive student’s portal, online banners and advertisements.

Development of brand guidelines. Animation using Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver and Toon-Boom Cartoon.

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EDUCATIONBA Architecture and Urban Design – University of Fine Arts, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS / OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

A number of Instagram awards, particularly for black and white photography. Awarded by The Guardian in the UK, for photography competition themed ‘Move’; featured in

the Observer’s ‘The New Review’ section (photo titled) “Rock in Blue”. Solo art exhibition titled ‘Senergy’ - London, Mayfair – featuring a collection of abstract and

collage artwork. Course in Bronze Casting at the Central Saint Martin’s College of Art and Design, London

PERSONAL INTERESTS

Art Photography Design (history and trends) Chess Sport (played club football for Brazil’s first league team ‘Corinthians’)

REFERENCES

References available on request.

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