1. Raquib Ahmed
Graphic Designer
Columbus, OH, USA
radesignart@gmail.com
be.net/raquib
WORK EXPERIENCE
National Vision
Graphic Designer
As a Graphic & Web Designer i am responsible for working with our Digital Content Team to create a variety of
graphics to be used on the company websites, blogs, social media outlets, marketing campaigns and internal
communications. In addition, the role requires creation of basic web pages. This position is part of a team working
to accurately portray our brand aesthetics through visual communication.
Core brands: AC Lens, Discount Glasses, Discount Contact Lenses, Frame Boutique
Secondary Brands: Lens Catalogue, Military Contact Lenses, Military Optical
Partner brands: CVS, Sam's Club, Walmart
2015 - Present Ohio, United States
Knockout Concepts
Graphic Designer & Photographer
At Knockout Concepts i worked as a designer who was in charge of creating a whole new brand based on ideas
that were completely revolutionary in the modern tech world. That meant creating a brand identity and marketing
position as unique as their values and products.
My responsibilities included creating a brand for knockout concepts, including logos, style guides, graphics and
also shooting event photography during various Maker Fairs and innovation events.
2014 - 2015 Ohio, United States
Katalina
Graphic Designer & Food Photographer
As a freelance graphic designer and photographer for Katalina's i've worked very close with the cafe to create all
of their marketing, branding, web design, hosting/cms and photography solutions. The photos that i've shot with
them have appeared in several national and local food magazines.
2012 - 2015 Columbus, Ohio, United States
CCAD Mind Market
Graphic Designer
Summer internship with CCAD Mind Market as a graphic designer, working with clients such as the city of
Columbus, Ologie, CDC, Jefferson Arts.
2014 Columbus, Ohio, United States
2. Maximin
Graphic Designer
Volunteering with Maximin gave me the opportunity to see how an organization such as this is created from the
beginning to its establishment. I had the chance to work on their web, and marketing projects as well as document
some of their public events.
2013 - 2014 Columbus, Ohio, United States
Ghinda
Photographer
Working with Ghinda i had the opportunities to shoot designer wedding dresses, environmental studio
photography, events and fashion shoots in collaboration with several local businesses such as Jeni's ice cream,
Igloo letterpress, Virtue Salon, High Line Car House and more. A few of my photos made their way to local and
national publications such as Bride Magazine, 614 and more.
2013 - 2014 Ohio, United States
Ohio Technology Consortium
Graphic Designer
My responsibilities at OH-TECH included maintaining a brand standard, create marketing materials including
several international publications on supercomputing research, create web UI materials, maintain web pages
through Drupal portals, and also help with annual summer camps in partnership with Intel, OSU and The National
Science Foundation.
Brands: OH-TECH, The Ohio Supercomputer Center, Ohio Academic Resources Network, OhioLINK, eStudent
Services, Summer Institute, Young Women's Summer Institute, AweSim
2011 - 2015 Columbus, Ohio, United States
EDUCATION
Columbus College Of Art And Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Focus on Advertising & Graphic Design (AD/GR) and Photography
Columbus, Ohio, United States
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Bengali (Native)
3. SKILLS
Advertising, Art Direction, Branding, Character Design, Creative Direction, Digital Art, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Icon
Design, Illustration, Packaging, Photography, Print Design, Typography, UI/UX, Web Design
RECOMMENDATIONS
Elizabeth Cale
Digital Content Manager
"Raquib is a talented problem solver. I work with him on a daily basis on both design and photography projects, and I have been
extremely satisfied with the results. He listens well and creates unique solutions. I would trust him with any of my creative needs."
S Brooks Myers
Founder and CEO at Knockout Concepts
"Raquib takes branding to the next level. He is best at creating clean and precise graphics after much listening and diligent iterating.
His careful eye for balance adds to his ability to generate professional grade look and feel."
Kathleen Day
Owner, Katalina's Cafe/Creative & Branding consultant
"Raquib is that rare designer who has a refined aesthetic sense but is even-keeled about making changes in order to sell a product
or communicate a message even if that means making the design or photo less "art" and more "commerce". He's one of the easiest
people I've ever worked with or had work for me."
Shay-Jahen Merritté
Experienced Creative Strategist
"I had the immense pleasure to work with Raquib, while he was working with Ghinda Couture Bridal Studio. I was working on a
project in conjunction with Ghinda, and our photographer for the shoot dropped out last minute, and Raquib very ably jumped in and
made magic. With very little preparation he was able to create beautiful fashion shots that were beyond what I expected with little
direction. His creativity, skill and confidence were outstanding!"
Ian MacConnell
Director of Digital Strategy at Battelle
"Raquib is incredibly talented. Whether you are looking for art direction, design, photography or all around creative, Raquib delivers.
Remarkably, in the four years I worked with Raquib, I don't think I've ever heard him say an unkind word or complain once. His kind
and gentle manner are equaled only by his knowledge of digital design and all of skills needed to do amazing work."