Andom Gebreselassie
Alexandria, VA
+1 (571) 478-4570
andexgg@gmail.com
SUMMARY:
- Seasoned WordPress website designer and developer.
- Highly motivated and passionate about crafting exceptional digital experiences.
- Expert graphic designer, adept in translating ideas into visually appealing and user-friendly digital assets.
- Skilled in integrating data-driven insights into website and graphic design decisions.
- Experienced in a diverse range of tools, including WordPress, SQL, Tableau, R, HTML, CSS, Adobe suite, Canva, Figma, etc
- Open-minded, and keen about learning latest trends, techniques, and technologies.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:
WordPress, graphic design, UI/UX, photographer, product design & development, data analytics, project management, social media curating,…
SELECTED SAMPLE PROJECTS:
- Independently developed several website projects including: https://hadgi.com/websites/
- Designed and edited different graphics including photos and videos. Some: https://hadgi.com/graphics/
- Authored books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSRVPR7P & https://hadgi.com/graphics/
- Designed and produced different tourist maps: https://hadgi.com/tourist-map-of-ethiopia/ & https://hadgi.com/tourist-map-of-tigrai/
- Co-produced, Woyane, Documentary, Uncovering the Hidden Tigray Genocide, Ethiopia, Apr. 2021 – Oct. 2023. More details at https://www.woyanemovie.com/ and the trailer: https://vimeo.com/800568527.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Website Developer & UIX Designer, (Remote), Alexandria, Virginia, US. June 2018 to Present
- Design and develop websites end-to-end using WordPress.
- Conduct user research and ensure a deep understanding of target audiences.
- Crafting proposals and quotes and effectively communicating design concepts to stakeholders.
- Design and refine UI for web and mobile apps, ensuring a seamless and intuitive UX.
- Collaboratively work with diverse and cross-functional teams.
- Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and identify areas for improvement.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using industry-standard tools.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends, techniques, and technologies.
ICT Systems Manager, Ras Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Jul 2014 to Sept 2018.
- Oversee comprehensive hotel technology infrastructure, from planning to execution.
- Lead promotional campaigns across various channels, including mainstream & social media.
- Manage and maintain network systems, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Develop, update, and maintain the hotel website and manage online booking.
- Collaborate with technology service providers for effective liaison and support.
MIS/ICT Department Head, AYAT Share Company, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Aug 2007 to Jul 2014.
- Design, monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot IT systems, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Develop, update, and maintain company websites, databases, emails, and online sales.
- Conduct and oversee online promotion campaigns for enhanced visibility.
- Install, maintain, and manage server, internet, and telecom services.
- Ensure routine software and hardware maintenance to uphold system reliability.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical & Electronics Technology, [Great Distinction], Adama Science and Technology University Adama, Ethiopia, June 2005.
High School Diploma, [very Great Distinction], Kellamino Special High School, Mekelle, Ethiopia, June 2001.
TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
- Product Ideation, Design, and Management Specialization, University of Maryland and Coursera, Jan 2024 to Feb. 2024.
- Google Data Analytics, Coursera and Google, June 2023 to Nov 2023.
- Entrepreneurships and ICT Business Incubation, TECHNOBIC Bahirdar, Ethiopia, Oct. 2009.
- Entrepreneurship and ICT Business Incubation, MICT-BIC Mekelle, Tigrai, March 2008.
- AutoCAD, Mars Engineering
ADDITIONAL PROJECTS:
- Co-producer, WOYANE, Documentary movie, Uncovering the Hidden Tigray Genocide, Apr. 2021 – Oct. 2023. Documenting the hidden genocide of Tigray, Ethiopia, intimate and harrowing glimpse of the greatest humanitarian crisis and one of the deadliest conflicts of the 21st century. More detail at https://www.woyanemovie.com/ and the trailer can be seen at https://vimeo.com/800568527.
- Tourist Map of Tigrai: Apr 2016 – Jan 2019. Managed the data collection, mapping, scaling, & describing tourist sites. Run by my own company hadgi.com, the map was designed and printed onto a highly attractive and informative publication. Its digital version is still under development. For more: https://hadgi.com/tourist-map-of-tigrai/
- Tourist Map of Ethiopia: Jan 2015 – Sept 2018. Managed the data collection, mapping, scaling, & describing tourist sites. Run by a share company kiburgasha.com, the map was designed and printed onto a highly attractive and informative publication. Its digital version is still under development. For more: https://hadgi.com/tourist-map-of-ethiopia/
- Manage YouTube channels
- Tmh tv: https://www.youtube.com/@TigraiMediaHouse
- Hadgi Tourism: https://www.youtube.com/@hadgi
- Yabele Media: https://www.youtube.com/@yabelemedia
- Lala kids: https://www.youtube.com/@lalatigraikids