FAISAL GAMBO

FAISAL GAMBO

Graphic Designer & UI/UX Designer
Kaduna, NG.

About

Multidisciplinary Graphic and UI/UX Designer with a proven track record in brand identity, digital product design, and user-centered design processes. Adept at leveraging visual storytelling and advanced design tools to craft compelling digital experiences that align with modern usability and aesthetic standards. Expertly optimizes visual hierarchy and design quality, integrating AI-powered workflows to deliver innovative and consistent solutions across diverse platforms.

Work

CENT COMPUTERS
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Lead Graphic & UI/UX Designer

Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

Summary

Led end-to-end graphic and UI/UX design projects, from concept to delivery, ensuring visual consistency and user-centered experiences for diverse client businesses.

Highlights

Designed and implemented comprehensive brand identities, logos, and visual systems for multiple client businesses, enhancing brand recognition and market presence.

Created high-fidelity UI mockups, wireframes, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile products using Figma and Adobe XD, improving user engagement and product usability.

Delivered full-cycle UX design solutions, from conducting user research and persona development to crafting high-fidelity prototypes, resulting in intuitive and impactful digital experiences.

Developed diverse marketing collateral, including flyers, brochures, social graphics, and banners for digital and print distribution, significantly boosting client campaign reach and engagement.

Managed the development and maintenance of client websites, ensuring visual consistency across all platforms and applying robust design systems for optimal user experience.

Provided critical design reviews and actionable feedback on layouts, typography, color usage, and overall user experience, driving continuous improvement in visual design quality.

Championed user-centered design principles and branding consistency across all project deliverables, ensuring alignment with client business goals and target audience expectations.

3MTT Fellows Programme
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UI/UX Fellow at Almara Hub, Kaduna

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Internship

National Assembly Complex - NYSC
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IT Assistant (Design & Data Systems)

Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

Summary

Provided essential IT and design support, managing data systems and creating professional visual documentation for legislative and digital communication needs.

Highlights

Designed and formatted official documents, reports, and presentation materials for legislative use, ensuring clarity and professional presentation.

Managed the laboratory data system and information display, applying visual structure and layout best practices to enhance data accessibility and comprehension.

Supported digital communication activities by preparing visually formatted data records, improving the effectiveness of information dissemination.

NAFDAC Kaduna Area Laboratory
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Design & Technical Intern

Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to visual documentation and technical data presentation, applying design principles in a regulatory environment.

Highlights

Produced formatted visual documentation and quality assessment reports for regulatory review, enhancing clarity and compliance.

Applied structured layout and visual hierarchy principles to technical data presentations, improving readability and comprehension of complex information.

Gained valuable cross-functional exposure, developing keen attention to detail and analytical thinking crucial for design critique.

Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
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Field Officer (Communication & Documentation)

Taraba State, Taraba State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed critical documentation and communication for general election exercises, demonstrating strong organizational and coordination skills.

Highlights

Managed structured documentation and official communication materials for general election exercises, ensuring accuracy and timely dissemination.

Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and multi-stakeholder coordination skills, facilitating smooth operational workflows during critical periods.

Languages

English
Hausa
Fulani
Arabic
Yoruba

Skills

Primary Software

Figma (UI/UX & Prototyping), Adobe XD (Interaction Design), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW (CRD), Canva (Rapid Design), Adobe InDesign.

UX/UI Competencies

Wireframing & Prototyping, User Research & Personas, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Design Systems, Responsive Web Design, Visual Hierarchy & Typography.

Graphic Design

Brand Identity & Logo Design, Print & Digital Layout, Marketing Collateral, Motion Graphics (basic), Color Theory & Branding, Web Graphics & Banners.

Other Technical Skills

Web Design & Management, Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced Excel / Data Viz, Database Management, Basic Front-End Awareness.

Design Principles & Evaluation

Typography, Layout, Visual Hierarchy, Color Theory, Design Critique, AI-powered Design Evaluation.

UX Processes

User-Centered Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Thinking, Design Systems.

Collaboration & Project Management

Remote Collaboration, Project Delivery, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management.

Analytical & Communication

Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills.

Branding & Marketing

Brand Identity, Branding Consistency, Marketing Collateral.