Daily Inspiration: Meet Opeyemi Bamiduro

Today we’d like to introduce you to Opeyemi Bamiduro.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I got into the creative space after my O’level examination and preparing for Uni, so while waiting for the admission letter and other necessary examination, I had to learn about computer operations and Microsoft in a small cafe shop- It used to be a big deal then. I learnt how to use Mavins Beacon, Microsoft Office suite, Instant Artist as well as design tool like CorelDraw X3 and Photoshop CS3. At the time, i was learning these software to while away time pending when i will get the admission. But something shifts when I started paying more attention to the design software more than my comtemporary students at the cafe. I started by replicating package designs and posters – which got the attention of the cafe director, and I started teaching other students who even came to learn about computer operations.

By the time, i got admission into Uni – I joined the media department in my fellowship and started designing church flyers and programmes for the fellowship. I gradually get known by fellowship members and started design social media flyers for their entrepreneurial businesses. I was eventually appointed to become the Media team head for two consecutive years. After university, I ventured into designing for more established businesses in creating their visuals, branding, logo identities, product design and website development. I was able to work as both freelancer and on-site designers for different industry niche.

Currently, I am a design mentor at tech academy in Ibadan, Nigeria where I mentor and teach young and aspiring product designers the basics and foundational knowledge and how to navigate their design career in this ever-changing ages.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It has not been a smooth journey – it is filled with ups and downs, moment of insecurity and happiness. Some of struggles as a creative in Nigeria is Power outage and Internet. These two can either make or mar the mood of a creative. I started my creative journey using a laptop that its battery only last for 1hour 30minutes – which means I have to be fast in my design delivery and execution. This is a huge disadvantage as creative and always makes me be on the lookout for power everytime.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m a Product Designer, Brand Designer and Design Educator focused on creating thoughtful, user-centered digital experiences that balance business goals with real human needs. i work across brand design, logo design and interface design, with experience designing mobile apps, website and webapp products. I’m deeply passionate about creative, unique and minimalist design. I constantly explore new ways to push my boundaries to create memorable digital experiences.

I also engage in academic and research, especially around agriculture, technology adoption, food security and youths’ involvment in agricultural practices.

What would you say have been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
Diligence pays, Doing good is Key, as well as staying visible. The world we live in right now only reward the vocal and visible ones, so you have to shamelessly blow your trumpets.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://opebamiduro.framer.website/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opebamiduro
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/opebamiduro