Chamikara L Jayawardana Email & Phone Number

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Develop innovative and impactful creative concepts for annual reports, blending storytelling with visual engagement.Design visually compelling graphics and layouts that align seamlessly with brand guidelines and aesthetics.Transform complex data into clear, persuasive visual narratives and engaging infographics.Collaborate closely with client service teams to ensure design solutions meet strategic and business objectives.Stay ahead of design trends by incorporating cutting-edge techniques and technologies into creative processes.

Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and related design tools.Designed innovative and visually compelling layouts for magazines, ensuring alignment with brand identity and target audienceexpectations.Deep knowledge of layout design principles, typography, color theory, and visual composition.Extensive experience in print production processes, including pre-press procedures and ensuring high-quality outputs.Collaborated effectively with editors, writers, and photographers to conceptualize and execute cohesive design concepts.Selected and edited imagery to enhance content, maintaining high visual standards and engagement.Applied typography and color schemes to optimize readability and establish a strong visual hierarchy.Ensured adherence to style guidelines and met tight production deadlines consistently.Created marketing collateral such as brochures, flyers, and advertisements while maintaining brand consistency.Developed and executed design concepts for various print and digital projects, showcasing versatility.Worked closely with clients to understand their requirements, delivering tailored creative solutions.Conducted photo shoots, image editing, and retouching to ensure professional presentation.Prepared files for print production, ensuring accurate color reproduction and correct formatting.

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Developed and enhanced brand identities, including logos, corporate materials, and visual guidelines.Provided art direction for advertising and PR campaigns across various media platforms.Conceptualized and styled creative solutions for events, ensuring alignment with client objectives.Directed and collaborated on photo shoots, managing studio workflows and image retouching.Worked closely with a network of suppliers to oversee production, ensuring high-quality outputs.Designed layouts, page settings, and illustrations for diverse projects, including print and digital assets.Played a key role in winning pitches through compelling visual presentations and creative concepts.Managed projects from ideation to execution, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.Created and developed video presentations, curtain raisers, and simple 3D models/animations.Liaised with suppliers to ensure accurate production and adherence to product specifications.

Designed and created visuals for various event marketing and promotional needs, including logos, stages, backdrops, entrance façades, and hoardings.Developed a wide range of promotional materials such as leaflets, posters, dockets, invitation cards, press ads, T-shirts, trophies, and exhibition stalls.Created layouts for stall designs, display racks, dealer boards, promotional items, and vehicle branding.Designed company profiles and managed all types of signage, counters, and event-related displays.Utilized various media to achieve creative and decorative effects, ensuring alignment with event themes and client objectives.Developed video presentations, curtain raisers, and simple 3D models/animations.Coordinated with suppliers to manage production processes and ensure product specifications were met.

Malabe, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Developed and designed creative concepts for a variety of promotional materials, including exhibition stalls, floats, vehicle branding, hoardings, and stage backdrops.Designed promotional items such as press ads, leaflets, invitation cards, visiting cards, souvenirs, posters, and company profiles.Created video presentations, video edits, and simple 3D animations to support marketing initiatives.Operated and maintained Roland SolJet printers, ensuring efficient and high-quality production of digital prints.Coordinated and supervised print jobs across various media, working closely with production coordinators and client service teams to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.Ensured that all printed materials met internal quality standards and client specifications, reviewing proofs and conducting quality checks before print.Managed production logs and kept schedules updated to ensure timely completion of jobs.Troubleshot printer issues, liaising with vendors for technical support and logging maintenance calls and resolutions.

Malabe, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Branch ManagerSuccessfully managed and grew branch operations, overseeing business development, client management, and team leadership.Developed and executed strategic plans to meet revenue targets and expand the client base.Built and nurtured strong client relationships, providing tailored advertising solutions.Led a team of advertising professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to enhance team productivity.Monitored market trends, competitor activities, and client feedback to identify new business opportunities.Managed branch finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures.Collaborated with the creative team to develop effective advertising campaigns, ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.Prepared and presented regular reports to clients, analyzing campaign performance and recommending optimizations.Ensured client satisfaction by addressing concerns and consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.Digital Printing Operator (Solvent Base)Operated and maintained Roland SolJet printers, ensuring high-quality output for a wide range of print materials.Coordinated and supervised print jobs across multiple media, working with the production team to meet deadlines.Troubleshot printer issues and liaised with vendors for technical support and maintenance.Graphic DesignerDesigned and developed creative concepts for a variety of promotional materials, including floats, vehicle branding, hoardings, dealer boards, press ads, leaflets, invitation cards, visiting cards, posters, and company profiles.Collaborated with clients to understand their advertising needs and provided tailored design solutions.

Handle shipping documentation such as import,export documents and final documents.Coordinate with customer service department and warehouse team.Handle customer inquiries and provide customer service.

Post Graduate Diploma, Computer Systems & E Bussiness, First Class

Key Modules: E-Business Environment System Analysis & Design Database Management Systems Web Technology Open Source Applications Managing.

Higher National Diploma, Computer Systems & E Business, Award Winner

Key Modules: Web Design and Development System Analysis & Design Database Systems Marketing Planning Creative Advertising Project.

Web Development

Key Modules: HTML with Advanced Browser Techniques Web Page Development Using Dreamweaver JavaScript for Website Optimization Web.

Diploma, Art Direction & 3D Animation

Key Modules: Art Direction Basics: Fundamentals of visual storytelling and creative direction Introduction to 3D Animation: Principles.

Graphics, Certificate Course In Graphic Design

Key Modules: Graphic Design Principles & Applications Typography: Typefaces, font pairing, and basic rules Color Theory: Primary.

Ccihe, Certificate Course In Hardware Engineering And Software Maintenance

Key Modules: Hardware Fundamentals: Computer components and system architecture Installation & Configuration: Setting up and configuring.

Dcis, Diploma In Computer Studies (Dics)

Key Modules: Programming Fundamentals & Software Development Principles Database Management Systems & SQL Web Development (HTML, CSS.

Dcis, Diploma In Computer Studies

Key Modules: Programming Fundamentals & Software Development Principles Database Management Systems & SQL Web Development (HTML, CSS.

Maths, Gec A/L

Activities and Societies: Athletic teamGEC A/L (Maths)

Ordinary Level, Gce O/L

Activities and Societies: Athletic team, Cricket teamGCE O/L

Primary Education

Activities and Societies: Member of the Junior Scout SectionGrade 5 Scholarship Exam