Dutch born, Japanese raised art director based in Cape Town focusing on branding & design in expressive forms.
Dutch born, Japanese raised art director based in Cape Town focusing on branding & design in expressive forms.
Dutch born, Japanese raised art director based in Cape Town focusing on branding & design in expressive forms.
Hello there, I’m Emmanuel a designer who cares about making beautiful things that people actually love and want to use.
Hello there, I’m Emmanuel a designer who cares about making beautiful things that people actually love and want to use.
Hello there, I’m Emmanuel a designer who cares about making beautiful things that people actually love and want to use.
Useful
Intuitive
Beautiful
Well Crafted
These are my core design values, and I strive to imbue them in all of the work I do. I’ve always been making things and inventing ways to improve my surroundings. Solving a tangible need with a beautiful solution is a practice I love and resides in my core. Collaborating with a team to create a far better outcome than otherwise possible alone gives me energy. I like thinking big, working fast, yet carefully, holistically, long-term, sustainably, cross-functionally, zooming out on company strategy, and zooming in on details. I’m always improving, growing, and executing to the highest standard possible. All while achieving a larger mission, connecting my work to something deeper, tethered to improving the world, leaving it better than when I began.
Useful
Intuitive
Beautiful
Well Crafted
These are my core design values, and I strive to imbue them in all of the work I do. I’ve always been making things and inventing ways to improve my surroundings. Solving a tangible need with a beautiful solution is a practice I love and resides in my core. Collaborating with a team to create a far better outcome than otherwise possible alone gives me energy. I like thinking big, working fast, yet carefully, holistically, long-term, sustainably, cross-functionally, zooming out on company strategy, and zooming in on details. I’m always improving, growing, and executing to the highest standard possible. All while achieving a larger mission, connecting my work to something deeper, tethered to improving the world, leaving it better than when I began.
Useful
Intuitive
Beautiful
Well Crafted
These are my core design values, and I strive to imbue them in all of the work I do. I’ve always been making things and inventing ways to improve my surroundings. Solving a tangible need with a beautiful solution is a practice I love and resides in my core. Collaborating with a team to create a far better outcome than otherwise possible alone gives me energy. I like thinking big, working fast, yet carefully, holistically, long-term, sustainably, cross-functionally, zooming out on company strategy, and zooming in on details. I’m always improving, growing, and executing to the highest standard possible. All while achieving a larger mission, connecting my work to something deeper, tethered to improving the world, leaving it better than when I began.
I studied visual communication design in the spare time I had while also pursuing a degree in civil engineering. I got my start in branding, marketing, and web design, and over time, I evolved into product design. With a strong foundation in visual design and a deep sense of user empathy, I’ve grown into a well-rounded design lead who builds human-centered platforms with consistency across every touchpoint, from vision and strategy, to brand and marketing, to product development and micro-interactions that actually feel good to use. Over the past 8 years, I’ve worked freelance, in-house, at startups, and at established public companies, building a wide range of skills across different teams and environments. I’m driven by curiosity, committed to high craft, and always ready to adapt. It’s that mix that allows me to stay sharp and make a real impact, especially in fast-moving, ever-changing spaces.
ID.
Freelance
Designer and Director
2017-Now
Nigeria •
Ghana •
China •
Canada •
United states •
Munich
I’ve worked across web design, branding, product, visual design, and illustration, creating custom solutions for early-stage startups, creative-led businesses, and digital teams. Whether leading on product direction or building out clean, scalable visual systems, my work focuses on clarity, function, and bringing ideas to life with intention.
Dgallery
Head of Design / ceo
2023–2025
Lagos
I led all product design efforts, from designing mobile app screens and layouts to creating branded illustrations and marketing graphics. I handled the full design process independently, ensuring consistency with UX/UI principles and brand identity.
SAVA Global Marketing Agency
Product Designer
2023
Lagos
I wore a couple of hats that fits well, Being responsible for increasing website traffic, social media presence, and brand awareness for the company, I achieved this by creating visually appealing content that resonates with our target audience, developing engaging social media campaigns, and designing products that meet the needs of our customers.
Flixsa
Design Lead
2023–2024
Nigeria • Lagos
As a design lead, I wore many hats across brand and product design during
this period, I designed and prototyped websites, and helped launch the fully functional mobile app and desktop app. Also assisted in the onboarding of new cinemas onto the platform.
Sujimoto
Product Designer
2022–2023
Lagos
I designed websites and fintech web applications, collaborating closely with engineers to build fast, user-friendly solutions. My work focused on wireframing, prototyping, and delivering clean, performance-optimized visuals aligned with user needs and company goals.
Dmore
Product Designer
2019–2022
Lagos
I worked on Marketplace, leading design for the browse feed, buyer platform,
vehicles category, and design systems, enabling dozens of teams to ship with
consistency and performance to hundreds of millions of users.
I studied visual communication design in the spare time I had while also pursuing a degree in civil engineering. I got my start in branding, marketing, and web design, and over time, I evolved into product design. With a strong foundation in visual design and a deep sense of user empathy, I’ve grown into a well-rounded design lead who builds human-centered platforms with consistency across every touchpoint, from vision and strategy, to brand and marketing, to product development and micro-interactions that actually feel good to use. Over the past 8 years, I’ve worked freelance, in-house, at startups, and at established public companies, building a wide range of skills across different teams and environments. I’m driven by curiosity, committed to high craft, and always ready to adapt. It’s that mix that allows me to stay sharp and make a real impact, especially in fast-moving, ever-changing spaces.
ID.
Freelance
Designer and Director
2017-Now
Nigeria
I’ve worked across web design, branding, product, visual design, and illustration, creating custom solutions for early-stage startups, creative-led businesses, and digital teams. Whether leading on product direction or building out clean, scalable visual systems, my work focuses on clarity, function, and bringing ideas to life with intention.
Dgallery
Head of Design / ceo
2023–2025
Nigeria
I led all product design efforts, from designing mobile app screens and layouts to creating branded illustrations and marketing graphics. I handled the full design process independently, ensuring consistency with UX/UI principles and brand identity.
SAVA Global Marketing Agency
Product Designer
2023
Nigeria
I wore a couple of hats that fits well, Being responsible for increasing website traffic, social media presence, and brand awareness for the company, I achieved this by creating visually appealing content that resonates with our target audience, developing engaging social media campaigns, and designing products that meet the needs of our customers.
Flixsa
Design Lead
2023–2024
Nigeria
As a design lead, I wore many hats across brand and product design during
this period, I designed and prototyped websites, and helped launch the fully functional mobile app and desktop app. Also assisted in the onboarding of new cinemas onto the platform.
Sujimoto
Product Designer
2022–2023
Nigeria
I designed websites and fintech web applications, collaborating closely with engineers to build fast, user-friendly solutions. My work focused on wireframing, prototyping, and delivering clean, performance-optimized visuals aligned with user needs and company goals.
Dmore
Product Designer
2019–2022
Nigeria
I worked on Marketplace, leading design for the browse feed, buyer platform,
vehicles category, and design systems, enabling dozens of teams to ship with
consistency and performance to hundreds of millions of users.
I studied visual communication design in the spare time I had while also pursuing a degree in civil engineering. I got my start in branding, marketing, and web design, and over time, I evolved into product design. With a strong foundation in visual design and a deep sense of user empathy, I’ve grown into a well-rounded design lead who builds human-centered platforms with consistency across every touchpoint, from vision and strategy, to brand and marketing, to product development and micro-interactions that actually feel good to use. Over the past 8 years, I’ve worked freelance, in-house, at startups, and at established public companies, building a wide range of skills across different teams and environments. I’m driven by curiosity, committed to high craft, and always ready to adapt. It’s that mix that allows me to stay sharp and make a real impact, especially in fast-moving, ever-changing spaces.
ID.
Freelance
Designer and Director
2017-Now
Nigeria •
Ghana •
China •
Canada •
United states •
Munich
I’ve worked across web design, branding, product, visual design, and illustration, creating custom solutions for early-stage startups, creative-led businesses, and digital teams. Whether leading on product direction or building out clean, scalable visual systems, my work focuses on clarity, function, and bringing ideas to life with intention.
Dgallery
Head of Design / ceo
2023–2025
Lagos
I led all product design efforts, from designing mobile app screens and layouts to creating branded illustrations and marketing graphics. I handled the full design process independently, ensuring consistency with UX/UI principles and brand identity.
SAVA Global Marketing Agency
Product Designer
2023
Lagos
I wore a couple of hats that fits well, Being responsible for increasing website traffic, social media presence, and brand awareness for the company, I achieved this by creating visually appealing content that resonates with our target audience, developing engaging social media campaigns, and designing products that meet the needs of our customers.
Flixsa
Design Lead
2023–2024
Nigeria • Lagos
As a design lead, I wore many hats across brand and product design during
this period, I designed and prototyped websites, and helped launch the fully functional mobile app and desktop app. Also assisted in the onboarding of new cinemas onto the platform.
Sujimoto
Product Designer
2022–2023
Lagos
I designed websites and fintech web applications, collaborating closely with engineers to build fast, user-friendly solutions. My work focused on wireframing, prototyping, and delivering clean, performance-optimized visuals aligned with user needs and company goals.
Dmore
Product Designer
2019–2022
Lagos
I worked on Marketplace, leading design for the browse feed, buyer platform,
vehicles category, and design systems, enabling dozens of teams to ship with
consistency and performance to hundreds of millions of users.
“Truly one of the best design collaborators I’ve ever worked with.”
Micheal Ajayi
Software Developer
“Emmanuel has a rare blend of high craft and superb strategic and
systems thinking.”
Oluwasegun A.
Founder & CEO @ SAVA Global
“Emmanuel exemplifies inspirational leadership and unwavering compassion, setting a remarkable
standard for craftsmanship.”
Akwamfon Eventus
Director of Marketing
“Emmanuel is an incredible craftsperson with attention to details and care for people.”
Abraham Olaleke
Performance Marketing Manager
“Emmanuel’s attention to detail and work ethic are insanely diligent. He
understands the capabilities and limitations of designing for the web in a way I’m not sure I’ve seen in many others.”
Vincent Akomolafe
Co-Founder & COO @ Travla AI
“Emmanuel’s is a thoughtful, meticulous, and craft-oriented
designer who blew me away with his ability to think big picture and come up with creative solutions
on the spot.”
Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele LLB
GMD @ Sujimoto Group
“Truly one of the best design collaborators I’ve ever worked with.”
Micheal Ajayi
Software Developer
“Emmanuel has a rare blend of high craft and superb strategic and systems thinking.”
Oluwasegun A.
Founder & CEO @ SAVA Global
“Emmanuel exemplifies inspirational leadership and unwavering compassion, setting a remarkable standard for craftsmanship.”
Akwamfon Eventus
Director of Marketing
“Emmanuel is an incredible craftsperson with attention to details and care for people.”
Abraham Olaleke
Performance Marketing Manager
“Emmanuel’s attention to detail and work ethic are insanely diligent. He understands the capabilities and limitations of designing for the web in a way I’m not sure I’ve seen in many others.”
Vincent Akomolafe
Co-Founder & COO @ Travla AI
“Emmanuel’s is a thoughtful, meticulous, and craft-oriented
designer who blew me away with his ability to think big picture and come up with creative solutions
on the spot.”
Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele LLB
GMD @ Sujimoto Group
“Truly one of the best design collaborators I’ve ever worked with.”
Micheal Ajayi
Software Developer
“Emmanuel has a rare blend of high craft and superb strategic and systems thinking.”
Oluwasegun A.
Founder & CEO @ SAVA Global
“Emmanuel exemplifies inspirational leadership and unwavering compassion, setting a remarkable standard for craftsmanship.”
Akwamfon Eventus
Director of Marketing
“Emmanuel is an incredible craftsperson with attention to details and care for people.”
Abraham Olaleke
Performance Marketing Manager
“Emmanuel’s attention to detail and work ethic are insanely diligent. He understands the capabilities and limitations of designing for the web in a way I’m not sure I’ve seen in many others.”
Vincent Akomolafe
Co-Founder & COO @ Travla AI
“Emmanuel’s is a thoughtful, meticulous, and craft-oriented
designer who blew me away with his ability to think big picture and come up with creative solutions
on the spot.”
Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele LLB
GMD @ Sujimoto Group
As a designer driven by the love of creating aesthetically pleasing, user-focused experiences, my journey into design began as an inquisitive child who has been crafting art since the tender age of 4. As I grew older, I found myself increasingly drawn to the design of ordinary objects, perpetually questioning their existence in their current form to deepen my comprehension.Throughout recent years, I've had the chance to contribute to an extensive array of projects, from creating web and interactive communication initiatives from the ground up to their prosperous implementation, as well as engaging in all facets of application framework revamps.
As a designer driven by the love of creating aesthetically pleasing, user-focused experiences, my journey into design began as an inquisitive child who has been crafting art since the tender age of 4. As I grew older, I found myself increasingly drawn to the design of ordinary objects, perpetually questioning their existence in their current form to deepen my comprehension.Throughout recent years, I've had the chance to contribute to an extensive array of projects, from creating web and interactive communication initiatives from the ground up to their prosperous implementation, as well as engaging in all facets of application framework revamps.
As a designer driven by the love of creating aesthetically pleasing, user-focused experiences, my journey into design began as an inquisitive child who has been crafting art since the tender age of 4. As I grew older, I found myself increasingly drawn to the design of ordinary objects, perpetually questioning their existence in their current form to deepen my comprehension.Throughout recent years, I've had the chance to contribute to an extensive array of projects, from creating web and interactive communication initiatives from the ground up to their prosperous implementation, as well as engaging in all facets of application framework revamps.
Selected Work
Selected Work
Discover Our Endeavors - observe the enchantment of innovation and planning merging, as we animate brands with awe-struck realizations.
Discover Our Endeavors - observe the enchantment of innovation and planning merging, as we animate brands with awe-struck realizations.
Currently exploring new opportunities
Still creating beautiful interfaces.
Still creating beautiful interfaces.
Still creating beautiful interfaces.
emmanueljacob839@gmail.com
