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::INTRODUCTION Dear Sir / Madam, WithanextensivebackgroundinPrinting,Communications,Reprographics, Imposition,DesktopPublishingandWebGraphics,Ihaveacquiredabilitiesand skillsdevelopedbyastrongworkethicinvolvinggraphicdesign, communicationandwebdesign. Gooddesigners/prepressmanagerswhounderstandtheorganizationsneeds areanassettothatorganization.Ibelieveefficiencyandorganizationaremy keyassets. ItiswiththisinmindthatIwouldliketoapplyforapositioninyour organization,wheremyabilitiestodeliverbetterresultsthanareexpected wouldbevalued. Ibelieveourprofessionalaspirationsarecomplimentary.Youhavemy commitmenttosuccess. Yourstruly, TonyNjue. Tony Njue P.O. Box 33950 Nairobi, Kenya +254 720 586 258 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] @tonynjue

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::�INTRODUCTION

Dear Sir / Madam,

With�an�extensive�background�in�Printing,�Communications,�Repro�graphics,�Imposition,�Desktop�Publishing�and�Web�Graphics,�I�have�acquired�abilities�and�skills�developed�by�a�strong�work�ethic�involving�graphic�design,�communication�and�web�design.

Good�designers�/�prepress�managers�who�understand�the�organizations�needs�are�an�asset�to�that�organization.�I�believe�efficiency�and�organization�are�my�key�assets.�

It�is�with�this�in�mind�that�I�would�like�to�apply�for�a�position�in�your�organization,�where�my�abilities�to�deliver�better�results�than�are�expected�would�be�valued.

I�believe�our�professional�aspirations�are�complimentary.�You�have�my�commitment�to�success.

Yours�truly,

Tony�Njue.�

Tony NjueP.O. Box 33950Nairobi, Kenya

+254 720 586 [email protected]

[email protected]@yahoo.com

@tonynjue

unlock�MY�potential

unlock�MY�potential

TONY NJUE 20294487Do Not Duplicate - Classified

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Other Important Information:God-fearing. No tattoos. Full set of teeth. Dresses casually. Likes wearing white socks. Has been seen eating fresh fruit, vegetables, & ice-cream. Ultra receptive. Loves kids. Once performed in an acapella group. Mechanically inclined. Tihkns fatser tahn he can tpye. Once ate too many liqueur chocolates. Has ridden a horse. Proficient with computers. Worked in an audio recording & live sound engineering company. Last known to be working in the printing industry. Great in communication.

Name: Tony Njue

Eye Color: Black

Nationality: Definitely Kenyan

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

CorelDRAW Version: X6

Photo-PAINT Affiliate? YES

Adobe Creative Suite? Proficient

Calibration/Colour Correction: Wiz

O/S: Win 8, MAC RAM: 4 GB

CPU: Intel Core i7

TonyTM

Njue [email protected]

Mobile� � � � � � � ::� 0720586258Email��� � � � � � � ::� [email protected].�Box�� � � � � � ::� 33950�Nairobi�00600Nationality� � � � � ::� KenyanField� � � � � � � � ::� Office�Management,�Print,�Prepress,� � � � � � � � � � � Illustration,�Web,�Packaging,� � � � � � � � � � � Publications,�Photography,�Experience� � � � � ::� Over�8�yearsLocation� � � � � � ::��Nairobi,�KenyaCollege� � � � � � � ::��Kenya�PolytechnicEmployment�Type�� ::� Staff,�Full�time,�FreelanceRelocate� � � � � � ::� Yes

TONY NJUE 20294487Do Not Duplicate - Classified

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Other Important Information:God-fearing. No tattoos. Full set of teeth. Dresses casually. Likes wearing white socks. Has been seen eating fresh fruit, vegetables, & ice-cream. Ultra receptive. Loves kids. Once performed in an acapella group. Mechanically inclined. Tihkns fatser tahn he can tpye. Once ate too many liqueur chocolates. Has ridden a horse. Proficient with computers. Worked in an audio recording & live sound engineering company. Last known to be working in the printing industry. Great in communication.

Name: Tony Njue

Eye Color: Black

Nationality: Definitely Kenyan

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

CorelDRAW Version: X6

Photo-PAINT Affiliate? YES

Adobe Creative Suite? Proficient

Calibration/Colour Correction: Wiz

O/S: Win 8, MAC RAM: 4 GB

CPU: Intel Core i7

TonyTM

Njue [email protected]

Mobile� � � � � � � ::� 0720586258Email��� � � � � � � ::� [email protected].�Box�� � � � � � ::� 33950�Nairobi�00600Nationality� � � � � ::� KenyanField� � � � � � � � ::� Office�Management,�Print,�Prepress,� � � � � � � � � � � Illustration,�Web,�Packaging,� � � � � � � � � � � Publications,�Photography,�Experience� � � � � ::� Over�8�yearsLocation� � � � � � ::��Nairobi,�KenyaCollege� � � � � � � ::��Kenya�PolytechnicEmployment�Type�� ::� Staff,�Full�time,�FreelanceRelocate� � � � � � ::� Yes

Creative

I�possess�the�ability�to�transform�a�boring�creation�into�a�masterpiece.

I�endeavor�to�do�my�jobs�in�the�least�time�and�fastest�way�possible.�Iʼm�able�to�do�this�through�my�knowledge�of�various�design�applications.�I�will�also�go�out�of�my�way�to�do�that�which�is�required�of�me.In�today�out�today.�I�cut�down�downtime

Efficient

I�empower�customers,�from�large�offset�houses�to�niche�printers�to�make�amazing�products�on�our�platform.

I�have�a�keen�and�quick�perception�to�be�able�to�see�problems�and�solve�them�before�they�become�too�expensive.�I�strive�to�ensure�that�my�jobs�go�through�with�the�least�amount�of�corrections�and�redoʼs.

Innovative Sharp

Creative

I�possess�the�ability�to�transform�a�boring�creation�into�a�masterpiece.

I�endeavor�to�do�my�jobs�in�the�least�time�and�fastest�way�possible.�Iʼm�able�to�do�this�through�my�knowledge�of�various�design�applications.�I�will�also�go�out�of�my�way�to�do�that�which�is�required�of�me.In�today�out�today.�I�cut�down�downtime

Efficient

I�empower�customers,�from�large�offset�houses�to�niche�printers�to�make�amazing�products�on�our�platform.

I�have�a�keen�and�quick�perception�to�be�able�to�see�problems�and�solve�them�before�they�become�too�expensive.�I�strive�to�ensure�that�my�jobs�go�through�with�the�least�amount�of�corrections�and�redoʼs.

Innovative Sharp

April�2006�-�presentPre-press�Manager,�Digital�Artist�and�PhotographerMarket�Power�International� -� Managing�the�branch�office�at�Rodwell�/�Interlabels�Africa�� � from�August�2009� -� Managing�the�branch�Office�at�Executive�Printers�from�� � 2008�to�2009� -� Pre�Press�(PC�and�Mac)� -� Roaming�files�and�checking�films� -� Preparing�press�ready�PDFʼs�and�outputting�on�CTP� -� Imposing�and�outputting�using�the�Prinect�Signastation� -� Proofing�using��the�Harlequin�Rip�and�Epson�Pro� -� Maintaining�stock�supplies�and�records� -� Liasing�with�the�client�on�design�and�imposition�schemes� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�on�the�Large�Format�Printer� -� Layout�and�design

APRIL�2004�-�To�March�2006Kul�Graphics�Limited� -� Layout�and�design� -� Repro�Graphics�(PC�and�Mac)� -�� Color�Management� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�in�Best�Color�Rip�and�Proof�Gate�� � (Color�Gate)�Rip� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�on�Large�Format�Printers�(Epson�� � Pro�10,000,�Kodak�1200i�and�Kodak�3043)� -� Checking�films� -� Preparing�files�for�the�Sm74�and�Quick�master�(DI).

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE

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System�Requirements

Windows®Life�without�walls-� Intel®�Xeon�or�Core�i7-� Microsoft®�Windows®�8�� �-� 4�Gb��of�RAM�(8�Gb�� � � �� recommended)-� 320�Gb�of�Hard�Disk�Space-� 17�Inch�(minimum)�TFT�� �� monitor�with�1�Gb��video�� card-� Combo�Drive-� Internet�Connection

Macintosh-� iMac�24ʼ�Intel® processor

- Mac OS® X Mountain Lion-� 4�Gb��of�RAM�(8�Gb�� � � �� recommended)-� 320�Gb�of�Hard�Disk�Space-� Internet�Connection

Personal-� Good�remuneration�package�� inclusive�of�medical�and�� �� pension�scheme-� Payable�overtime�

OCTOBER�2003�-�MARCH�2004Info�Pro�Management� -� Layout�and�design�of�The�Guide�Magazine� -� Conceptualizing�client�briefs�for�adverts� -� Quality�control�of�artworks� -� Production�of�artworks.

MAY�2003�-�OCTOBER�2003Freelance�Graphic�Designer.� -�� Designed�two�school�magazines�for�Premier�� � � � � �� � Academy,�Nairobi� -� Assisted�in�the�design�of�the��Kenya�National�Film��� � �� � Association�website�(offline�at�the�moment)� -� Designed�the�Phoenix�Publishers�website:�� � � � � � �� � www.phoenixpublishers.co.ke.

2001�-�2003:Good�News�Productions�International�NairobiGraphic�Designer,�Web�Designer�and�Computer�Operator� -� Web�Design�:�www.makeadif.com� -� Designed�artworks�and�point-of-sale�material� -� Scanning�and�laying�out�artworks� -� Laying�out�instruction�booklets�for�video� -� Preparing�Graphics�to�be�used�in�video� -� Sorting�and�arranging�jobs�for�print� -� Designing�promotional�material,�including�material�for�� � �tape�distribution

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE�cont

2

To�obtain�a�full�time�position�in�the�challenging�field�of�Graphic�Design�and�Communication�to�which�I�will�bring�my�fresh�perspective�and�enthusiasm�for�art�and�design.

April�2006�-�presentPre-press�Manager,�Digital�Artist�and�PhotographerMarket�Power�International� -� Managing�the�branch�office�at�Rodwell�/�Interlabels�Africa�� � from�August�2009� -� Managing�the�branch�Office�at�Executive�Printers�from�� � 2008�to�2009� -� Pre�Press�(PC�and�Mac)� -� Roaming�files�and�checking�films� -� Preparing�press�ready�PDFʼs�and�outputting�on�CTP� -� Imposing�and�outputting�using�the�Prinect�Signastation� -� Proofing�using��the�Harlequin�Rip�and�Epson�Pro� -� Maintaining�stock�supplies�and�records� -� Liasing�with�the�client�on�design�and�imposition�schemes� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�on�the�Large�Format�Printer� -� Layout�and�design

APRIL�2004�-�To�March�2006Kul�Graphics�Limited� -� Layout�and�design� -� Repro�Graphics�(PC�and�Mac)� -�� Color�Management� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�in�Best�Color�Rip�and�Proof�Gate�� � (Color�Gate)�Rip� -� Profiling�and�Calibration�on�Large�Format�Printers�(Epson�� � Pro�10,000,�Kodak�1200i�and�Kodak�3043)� -� Checking�films� -� Preparing�files�for�the�Sm74�and�Quick�master�(DI).

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE

1

System�Requirements

Windows®Life�without�walls-� Intel®�Xeon�or�Core�i7-� Microsoft®�Windows®�8�� �-� 4�Gb��of�RAM�(8�Gb�� � � �� recommended)-� 320�Gb�of�Hard�Disk�Space-� 17�Inch�(minimum)�TFT�� �� monitor�with�1�Gb��video�� card-� Combo�Drive-� Internet�Connection

Macintosh-� iMac�24ʼ�Intel® processor

- Mac OS® X Mountain Lion-� 4�Gb��of�RAM�(8�Gb�� � � �� recommended)-� 320�Gb�of�Hard�Disk�Space-� Internet�Connection

Personal-� Good�remuneration�package�� inclusive�of�medical�and�� �� pension�scheme-� Payable�overtime�

OCTOBER�2003�-�MARCH�2004Info�Pro�Management� -� Layout�and�design�of�The�Guide�Magazine� -� Conceptualizing�client�briefs�for�adverts� -� Quality�control�of�artworks� -� Production�of�artworks.

MAY�2003�-�OCTOBER�2003Freelance�Graphic�Designer.� -�� Designed�two�school�magazines�for�Premier�� � � � � �� � Academy,�Nairobi� -� Assisted�in�the�design�of�the��Kenya�National�Film��� � �� � Association�website�(offline�at�the�moment)� -� Designed�the�Phoenix�Publishers�website:�� � � � � � �� � www.phoenixpublishers.co.ke.

2001�-�2003:Good�News�Productions�International�NairobiGraphic�Designer,�Web�Designer�and�Computer�Operator� -� Web�Design�:�www.makeadif.com� -� Designed�artworks�and�point-of-sale�material� -� Scanning�and�laying�out�artworks� -� Laying�out�instruction�booklets�for�video� -� Preparing�Graphics�to�be�used�in�video� -� Sorting�and�arranging�jobs�for�print� -� Designing�promotional�material,�including�material�for�� � �tape�distribution

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE�cont

2

To�obtain�a�full�time�position�in�the�challenging�field�of�Graphic�Design�and�Communication�to�which�I�will�bring�my�fresh�perspective�and�enthusiasm�for�art�and�design.

� -� Computer�and�equipment�maintenance� -� Sound�recording.� -� Video�editing.

1999�-�2001(Student)�Graphic�Designer�and�Computer�Operator� Movers�and�Shakers,�Nairobi� Duties�included:� -� Laying�out�comics� -� Story-boarding� -� Scanning�and�laying�out�artworks� -� Designing�artworks� -� Creating�effects�for�use�in�animation� -� Processing�jobs�for�printing.

April�1999Attended�a�seminar�organized�by�the�United�Nations�International�Childrenʼs�Fund�(UNICEF)�at�Blue�Post�Hotel,�Thika,�Kenya.�This�was�a�Writers�Convention�for�the�Sara�Comic�book�that�was�printed�by�UNICEF.�My�role�as�an�artist�was�to�come�up�with�artworks�for�the�writers�to�use�when�presenting�their�stories.�I�attended�as�an�artist�representing�Creative�Effects,�the�organization�that�designed�the�Sara�Comic�book.

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE�cont

3

To�obtain�a�job�in�a�challenging�environment�that�will�allow�me�to�advance�and�utilize�my�knowledge�in�Graphic�Design�and�Communication

1996�-�2000:Diploma�in�Graphic�Design�and�Communication� Kenya�Polytechnic,�Nairobi� � Courses�Included:� � History�of�Art,�2-Dimension,�3-Dimension,�Advertizing,��� � Entrepreneurship,�Law�of�Copyright,�Textiles,�� � Cultural�Studies,�Design�Theory,�and�Computer�Studies.

1992�-1995Kenya�Certificate�of�Secondary�Education� Highway�Secondary�School,�Nairobi.

1984�-1991Kenya�Certificate�of�Primary�Education� Moi�Avenue�Primary�School,�Nairobi.

::�EDUCATION

4

To�pursue�a�career�in�the�challenging�field�of�conceptual�art�and�design,�and�to�use�my�ideas,�drawing�skills,�and�computer�skills�to�assist�in�helping�others�visualize�their�ideas.

� -� Computer�and�equipment�maintenance� -� Sound�recording.� -� Video�editing.

1999�-�2001(Student)�Graphic�Designer�and�Computer�Operator� Movers�and�Shakers,�Nairobi� Duties�included:� -� Laying�out�comics� -� Story-boarding� -� Scanning�and�laying�out�artworks� -� Designing�artworks� -� Creating�effects�for�use�in�animation� -� Processing�jobs�for�printing.

April�1999Attended�a�seminar�organized�by�the�United�Nations�International�Childrenʼs�Fund�(UNICEF)�at�Blue�Post�Hotel,�Thika,�Kenya.�This�was�a�Writers�Convention�for�the�Sara�Comic�book�that�was�printed�by�UNICEF.�My�role�as�an�artist�was�to�come�up�with�artworks�for�the�writers�to�use�when�presenting�their�stories.�I�attended�as�an�artist�representing�Creative�Effects,�the�organization�that�designed�the�Sara�Comic�book.

::�CAREER�RELATED�EXPERIENCE�cont

3

To�obtain�a�job�in�a�challenging�environment�that�will�allow�me�to�advance�and�utilize�my�knowledge�in�Graphic�Design�and�Communication

1996�-�2000:Diploma�in�Graphic�Design�and�Communication� Kenya�Polytechnic,�Nairobi� � Courses�Included:� � History�of�Art,�2-Dimension,�3-Dimension,�Advertizing,��� � Entrepreneurship,�Law�of�Copyright,�Textiles,�� � Cultural�Studies,�Design�Theory,�and�Computer�Studies.

1992�-1995Kenya�Certificate�of�Secondary�Education� Highway�Secondary�School,�Nairobi.

1984�-1991Kenya�Certificate�of�Primary�Education� Moi�Avenue�Primary�School,�Nairobi.

::�EDUCATION

4

To�pursue�a�career�in�the�challenging�field�of�conceptual�art�and�design,�and�to�use�my�ideas,�drawing�skills,�and�computer�skills�to�assist�in�helping�others�visualize�their�ideas.

-� Adobe�CC�(Mac�&�Pc)-� Corel�Graphics�Suite�X8�-� Quark�Xpress�(Mac�&�Pc)-� Proof�Gate�(Color�Gate)-� Prinect�Signastation-� Harlequin�Rip-� Adobe�Pagemaker-� Adobe�Acrobat�8�Professional-� Pitstop�Pro-� Macromedia�MX�Studio�2004-� Delta�Technology�and�RIP-� Plotter�RIP-� Best�Color�Technology-� Binuscan�Photo�Retouch�Pro-� Adobe�Premier-� Avid�Express

::�COMPUTER�SKILLS

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-� Good�oral�and�written�communication�skills-� Proficient�with�Macintosh�/�PC��software�e.g.,�Adobe��� � �� Illustrator,�Photoshop,�In�design,�Photo�Retouch,�� Free�Hand,�Quark�xpress,�Adobe�Pagemaker,�� Adobe�Acrobat,�etc-� Able�to�deal�effectively�with�others�and�work�under��� � �� pressure-� Probity�in�handling�information�of�a�confidential�nature-� Able�to�manage�own�work,�ensuring�accuracy,�� � � � � �� thoroughness�and�quality�of�work-� Able�to�work�in�a�team�and�operate�in�a�culturally�diverse��� environment-� Work�under�minimum�supervision-� Good�listening�capabilities-� Demonstrate�a�workflow�in�a�reproduction�house-� Work�with�the�latest�Mac�or�PC�applications�and�Delta��� �� Technology��set-up�e.g.,�Speedmaster�DI�Rip,�Quick�master�� D.I.�Rip,�Plotter,�ECRM�Rip�or�the��Large�Format�Printer,�� �� particularly�the�Epson�10,000�pro�with�Best�Color�� � � � �� Technology�and�the�Kodak�1200i�with�Color�Gate�Proof�� �� Gate.

::�ABILITIES

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-� Adobe�CC�(Mac�&�Pc)-� Corel�Graphics�Suite�X8�-� Quark�Xpress�(Mac�&�Pc)-� Proof�Gate�(Color�Gate)-� Prinect�Signastation-� Harlequin�Rip-� Adobe�Pagemaker-� Adobe�Acrobat�8�Professional-� Pitstop�Pro-� Macromedia�MX�Studio�2004-� Delta�Technology�and�RIP-� Plotter�RIP-� Best�Color�Technology-� Binuscan�Photo�Retouch�Pro-� Adobe�Premier-� Avid�Express

::�COMPUTER�SKILLS

5

-� Good�oral�and�written�communication�skills-� Proficient�with�Macintosh�/�PC��software�e.g.,�Adobe��� � �� Illustrator,�Photoshop,�In�design,�Photo�Retouch,�� Free�Hand,�Quark�xpress,�Adobe�Pagemaker,�� Adobe�Acrobat,�etc-� Able�to�deal�effectively�with�others�and�work�under��� � �� pressure-� Probity�in�handling�information�of�a�confidential�nature-� Able�to�manage�own�work,�ensuring�accuracy,�� � � � � �� thoroughness�and�quality�of�work-� Able�to�work�in�a�team�and�operate�in�a�culturally�diverse��� environment-� Work�under�minimum�supervision-� Good�listening�capabilities-� Demonstrate�a�workflow�in�a�reproduction�house-� Work�with�the�latest�Mac�or�PC�applications�and�Delta��� �� Technology��set-up�e.g.,�Speedmaster�DI�Rip,�Quick�master�� D.I.�Rip,�Plotter,�ECRM�Rip�or�the��Large�Format�Printer,�� �� particularly�the�Epson�10,000�pro�with�Best�Color�� � � � �� Technology�and�the�Kodak�1200i�with�Color�Gate�Proof�� �� Gate.

::�ABILITIES

6

-� Highly�capable�of�learning�computer�programs�quickly-� Easy�to�work�with-� Enjoys�being�part�of�the�team-� Very�comfortable�using�the�computer-� Great�with�deadlines.

::�Additional�Information

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FUNFUNFUNFUNFUN

Extra-Curricular

Worked�part�time�at�Creative�Edge,�design�firm�-��Came�up�with�creative�ideas�for�layouts.

Founder�member�of�the�Art�and�Design�Club,�Highway�Secondary�School.�Member�of�the�Drama�Club.Member�of�my�house�hockey�team.

Sunday�School�Teacher,�Rainbow��Church�1998�-�2002� Duties�included� -� preparing�study�material� -� planning�trips� -� maintaining�accurate�records� -� organizing�and�conducting�meetings�with�other�teachers.

Leisure�activities� -� Drawing�and�painting� -� Electronics:�fixing�electronic�equipment.�I�have�built�� �� � several�speaker�cabinets�for�extra�cash� -� Cooking�and�camping.

::�ACTIVITIES�AND�INTERESTS

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-� Highly�capable�of�learning�computer�programs�quickly-� Easy�to�work�with-� Enjoys�being�part�of�the�team-� Very�comfortable�using�the�computer-� Great�with�deadlines.

::�Additional�Information

7

FUNFUNFUNFUNFUN

Extra-Curricular

Worked�part�time�at�Creative�Edge,�design�firm�-��Came�up�with�creative�ideas�for�layouts.

Founder�member�of�the�Art�and�Design�Club,�Highway�Secondary�School.�Member�of�the�Drama�Club.Member�of�my�house�hockey�team.

Sunday�School�Teacher,�Rainbow��Church�1998�-�2002� Duties�included� -� preparing�study�material� -� planning�trips� -� maintaining�accurate�records� -� organizing�and�conducting�meetings�with�other�teachers.

Leisure�activities� -� Drawing�and�painting� -� Electronics:�fixing�electronic�equipment.�I�have�built�� �� � several�speaker�cabinets�for�extra�cash� -� Cooking�and�camping.

::�ACTIVITIES�AND�INTERESTS

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Joe��MuchiriDirector,Marketpower�International�Nairobi�+254�722�202�321+254�722�702�007

Martin�ObwarManager,�PrepressRamco�Printing�WorksNairobi+254�720�652�458

Rick�ObwarDesigner,�OriginationKul�Graphics�LimitedTel:�Nairobi�530620+254�721�274�379

Tom�OmmemoGood�News�Productions,�NairobiTel:�Nairobi�522042�/3/4/[email protected]

�::�REFERENCES

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Joseph�KariukiMovers�and�Shakers,�Nairobi.Tel:�+254�716�624�[email protected]

Head�of�Department,Graphic�Arts�Department,Kenya�Polytechnic,Nairobi.