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kirubel Dereje, creative director

kirubel Dereje

creative director·Allure communications

Ethiopia

Bachelor's degree, Urban And Town Planning

Work experience

Total years of experience: 4 years, 7 months

creative director

January 2026 - Present

Allure communications

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Hybrid

January 2026 - Present

Company industry:
Advertising
Job role:
Design, Creative, and Arts

Art Director

January 2026 - Present

Allure Communication

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Hybrid

January 2026 - Present

Designed full suite of marketing assets social visuals, event collateral, banners, and print materials for DKT Ethiopias Womens Great Run
(16, 000 atendees), achieving a 20% participant engagement KPI
Directed visual identity for AU Summit 2026 (Carmma Plus) stage backdrops, roll-up systems, motion graphics; managed 30+ deliverables
through client approval pipeline on tight continental-event deadlines
Maintained brand consistency across 5 event zones and multiple simultaneous client accounts
Extended visual identities into motion graphics using After Effects for stage screens and digital channels
Collaborated with marketing and commercial teams to develop client-ready presentation decks and campaign materials

Company industry:
Advertising
Job role:
Design, Creative, and Arts

Freelance Art Director

August 2025 - Present

freelance

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

August 2025 - Present

Created comprehensive brand identity systems (logo, color, typography, usage guidelines) for clients across public and private sectors
Designed infographics, social media visuals, and promotional materials translating complex institutional concepts into accessible visuals
Produced motion graphics and video assets supporting campaign narratives and event communications
Managed full project cycles — briefing, concept development, production, delivery independently and on schedule
Liaised with print suppliers to ensure production-ready artwork met quality and brand standards

Company industry:
Advertising
Job role:
Design, Creative, and Arts

art director

January 2024 - Present

ttree advertising

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

January 2024 - Present

As an Art Director at Ttree Advertising, I play a key role in shaping creative concepts and delivering impactful visual solutions. My responsibilities include

Concept Development
Brainstorming and developing creative ideas for campaigns that align with client objectives.

Visual Design
Creating compelling visuals for various media, including digital, print, and social platforms.

Team Collaboration
Leading and guiding designers, copywriters, and other creatives to ensure cohesive and effective designs.

Client Interaction
Presenting concepts, gathering feedback, and refining designs based on client input.

Brand Strategy
Ensuring all designs align with the clients brand identity and objectives.

Campaign Execution
Overseeing the production process to ensure high-quality outputs are delivered on time.

Company industry:
Marketing
Job role:
Marketing and PR

Junior Art Director

February 2023 - January 2024

Berry Advertising

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

February 2023 - January 2024

Assisted in delivering immersive brand experiences across physical touchpoints, including retail displays and campaign activations.
Collaborated with external agencies and partners for event execution, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
Managed creative elements for customer engagement programs, packaging, and marketing materials.

Company industry:
Advertising

Graphic Designer Advertising Art Director

November 2021 - January 2024

Addis

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

November 2021 - January 2024

Produced layouts, packaging, social media assets, and marketing materials aligned with client brand standards
Strengthened brand consistency by 20% across diverse client portfolio through systematic asset management
Collaborated with marketing and copywriting teams to ensure cohesive visual messaging across platforms
Applied trend research to content strategy, improving client satisfaction scores by 15%

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation

Education

Addis Ababa University

December 2020

December 2020

Bachelor's degree, Urban And Town Planning

Ethiopia

Participated in the Peace Corridor Project under the Ethiopian Urban Planners Association. Collaborated with UN-Habitat on: Environmental planning and impact assessment Public space and streetscape design Transportation planning and mobility solutions Social impact analysis Cultural heritage conservation Green infrastructure and sustainable urban design Conducted data analysis for urban development projects. Managed tasks related to project planning and coordination. Gained experience in conducting literature reviews and applying concepts to real-world scenarios.

Ethiopian Institute of Architecture

December 2019

December 2019

Bachelor's degree, Urban Planning

Ethiopia

Skills

Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Graphics
Expert
Graphics
Expert
Branding
Expert
Branding
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Art Direction
Expert
Art Direction
Expert
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Intermediate
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Intermediate
BRANDING
Intermediate
BRANDING
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
WEB DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
WEB DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
BRAND AWARENESS
Intermediate
BRAND AWARENESS
Intermediate
EXTENDED REALITY
Intermediate
EXTENDED REALITY
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
VENDOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
VENDOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROJECT COORDINATION
Intermediate
PROJECT COORDINATION
Intermediate
VISUAL DESIGN
Intermediate
VISUAL DESIGN
Intermediate
Photoshop
Expert
Photoshop
Expert
Adobe illustrator
Expert
Adobe illustrator
Expert
Graphics
Expert
Graphics
Expert
Logo Design
Expert
Logo Design
Expert
InDesign
Intermediate
InDesign
Intermediate
Photography
Intermediate
Photography
Intermediate
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
ADOBE INDESIGN
Intermediate
ADOBE INDESIGN
Intermediate
CONCEPT ARTS
Intermediate
CONCEPT ARTS
Intermediate
CREATIVE THINKING
Intermediate
CREATIVE THINKING
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate

Social profiles

Languages

English
Expert
Amharic
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
AI Career Essentials
Green Digital Skills
Green Digital Skills

Hobbies

  • photography