Hi, I'm Nikka.
Hi, I'm Nikka.
I'm a graphic designer with 6 years of work experience. I've worked in fashion and advertising where I have been a freelancer for the bulk of that time.
Since I could remember, I have always been interested in economic development in the Philippines. That's why in 2022, I decided to join the government and study again.
At the National Economic and Development Authority, I am a Graphic Artist for the Innovation Staff. And at Ateneo University, I am an MA student in Economics.
I think design is not an end in itself but a means to an end. An important tool to change minds, show perspectives and tell stories that are often untold.
My hope is to continue doing this for the country.
WORK EXPERIENCE
G R A P H I C A R T I S T
National Economic and Development Authority | March 2022 - present
I work under the Innovation Staff for the Innovation Community and Partnerships Division. As the only creative on our staff, I am tasked to design websites, presentations, infographics, and more for the country's innovation plans.
Beyond my line of work, I have reviewed proposals and recently wrote inputs for the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of RA 11904 or the Philippine Creative Industries Development Act.
G R A P H I C A R T I S T & P H O T O G R A P H E R
Freelancer | 2016 - Mar 2022
I worked with businesses locally and internationally in designing their logos, marketing collateral, social media posts, and presentations. Their fields are technology, research, fashion, retail, and outsourcing services.
Clients include: Foundry Jewelry, Gemline Jewelry, Research Now Inc., Spring Sisters, and INCIT Singapore.
C O N T E N T M A N A G E R
Ogilvy & Mather Philippines | Mar - Aug 2022
I ideated, wrote, researched, and designed online content for brands such as Milo, Nespresso, Summit Water, Thomson Reuters Manila, and Cadbury South East Asia.
To do this, I worked closely with creative directors, graphic artists, copywriters, art directors, and account managers within the advertising agency.
S E N I O R C O N T E N T S P E C I A L I S T
Roma 1989 | Jan 2019 - Feb 2020
I was promoted from Jr. Graphic Designer to Sr. Content Specialist, where I designed, photographed, curated, and supervised all content delivered on various platforms for the brand.
J R. G R A P H I C D E S I G N E R
Roma 1989 | May 2018 - Jan 2019
I spearheaded a rebranding for my assigned brand and produced and designed all the related marketing collateral needed.
EDUCATION
MASTER OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS
Ateneo De Manila University | 2022 - Present
BA IN FASHION DESIGN AND MARKETING
SoFA Design Institute | 2014 - 2018
BS ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT
University of Asia and the Pacific | June 2014 - Nov 2014
CONTACT
ncgaddi@neda.gov.ph