Curriculum Vitae

Bio data Name : Nuwagaba Collins Sex : Male Date of birth : 3rd September, 1995 Marital Status : Single Nationality : Ugandan Contact Address : 0753 099 733 Residential Address : Abayita Ababiri, Wakiso (U) E-mail : [email protected]

Profile Collins Nuwagaba is a computer engineer with a vast range of skills in multimedia design; and is currently the Multimedia / Marketing Officer at University. He is a creative hardworking young man always looking out for the next challenge/opportunity; to make a positive contribution to society.

Nuwagaba has a wealth of experience in the multimedia domain ranging from UI/UX design to video production and animation - having worked on a number of projects over the years. He has helped boost clients’ products and services visibility by creating professional marketing material e.g. online advertisement banners, TV Commercials and professional mock-ups for product design. First impression can make or break a business venture. This is a mantra Nuwagaba lives by, and as such, he dedicates his time to researching and learning about the latest trends in the world of design and digital marketing. He is well conversant with Social media and email marketing. In the design industry, Nuwagaba’s main interests are flat design, animated graphics, 2D animation, digital art illustration, typography and lately; 3D and Augmented Reality.

Nuwagaba is also data scientist with skills in data entry, analysis, visualization and reporting using a variety of tools including SPSS, epiData, Python and Ms. PowerPoint (Presentation). He is a certified Microsoft Office Specialist in Ms. Excel; a certification obtained while in high school. Furthermore, he is experienced in multimedia production, embedded system design, machine learning, web applications design and computer troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.

Nuwagaba’s strengths are punctuality, team work, problem solving, fast learning and creativity above all others; he is a scientist with an eye for art.

Education Background Year Institution Award 2019 to 2020 Technology And Master of Computing in Computer Management University Security (Awaiting) 2014 to 2018 Uganda Technology And Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Management University Engineering 2012 to 2013 Makerere College School Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education 2008 to 2011 St. Mary’s College Uganda Certificate of Education

Appointments / Positions of responsibility held Year Institution Responsibility / Position 2018 to 2019 Uganda Technology And Member of Senate (Post Graduate Management University Students Representative) 2014 to 2015 Uganda Technology And Under Secretary – Communications, Management University Students’ Guild Government 2012 to 2013 Makerere College School President, Art Club 2012 to 2013 Makerere College School Publicity Secretary, Rugby Club

Work Experience Year Institution Position 2020 to date Multimedia/Marketing Officer 2019 Uganda Technology And Management Digital Content Developer University 2018 to date Uganda Technology And Management Graduate Intern University 2016 to 2017 Befree Store (U) Ltd Graphics Designer 2015 to 2016 Uganda Technology and Management Multimedia specialist (Intern) University

2013 to 2014 Research World International Data entry clerk

Trainings Attended Year Institution Achievement 2018 African Grand Challenge – The Nelson Represented UTAMU (Uganda), Second Mandela African Institution of Science Runners Up and Technology, Arusha – Tanzania 2017 Internship at Uganda Technology And Multimedia skills in animation Management University Year Institution Achievement 2015 Flock of Birds Certification in Agile Software Development 2013 Secondary Schools Robotics Challenge, First Place, Regional Championship Makerere University 2013 Microsoft Corporation National Champion, Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Ms Excel 2010

Duties and Responsibilities i. Multimedia & Marketing Officer (Nkumba University) Duties - Multimedia

• Work closely with management and staff to implement brand and marketing strategies. • Maintain a heightened social media presence to regularly communicate to the public Nkumba University’s achievements and activities. • Develop videos to share University information e.g. adverts, documentaries, banners, class sessions. • Develop concepts, graphics and all multimedia material for the university branding e.g. documentary production, short videos, brochures, flyers, banners etc. • Create designs for various university publications e.g. presentations, reports. • Design of e-communications using Mail Chimp and HTML; and web content support and design. • Assist in the identification, development and implementation of appropriate solutions for information delivery and/or learning environments.

Duties - Marketing

• Leading visitations for secondary schools to create awareness among prospective students • Planning exhibitions and open days • Organizing debates, discussions and documentaries • Intelligence gathering and use it to work new strategies of competing favorably. ii. Digital Content Developer (Uganda Technology And Management University) Duties

• Develop animated course content for all programmes taught at UTAMU. • Develop concepts, graphics and all multimedia material for the university branding e.g. documentary production, short videos, brochures, flyers, banners etc. • Design professional publications for university documents e.g. Financial reports, graduation booklets etc. • Develop relevant content topics to encourage engagement and create awareness on all university social media platforms. • Tutor multimedia courses e.g. students on Community engagement and those doing Multimedia courses. • In charge of all university event coverage including photography and videography. • Perform any other duties at the discretion of my supervisor and management. iii. Graduate Intern (Uganda Technology And Management University) Duties

• Primarily develop animated course content for all programmes taught at UTAMU. • Develop graphics and all multimedia material for the university branding e.g. documentary production, short videos, brochures, flyers, banners etc. • Perform any other duties at the discretion of my supervisor and management. iv. Member of Senate (Uganda Technology And Management University) Duties

• Facilitate the postgraduate voice in academic affairs by working closely with the Graduate School and University • Consider matters with awareness of University strategy and a commitment to its further development and achievement • Constructively engage in discussions with direct knowledge and experience of academic practice at UTAMU. • Provide a mechanism for communication of Senate business to and from colleagues in Schools and to raise the awareness of the work of Senate within Schools • Participate from time to time in Senate-related activities, events and/or working parties.

v. Under Secretary – Communications, Students’ Guild Government (Uganda Technology and Management University) Duties

• Constructively engage in discussions with direct knowledge and experience of academic practice at UTAMU. • Pass official communications from the Guild body to the student body through emails, memos etc. • Communicate internal matters to all guild officials. • Ensure that copies of confirmed of GRC meetings are available in the library, students’ notice board and the university authorities. • Be responsible for the day-to-day administrative functions, stationery and equipment of the Guild office. • Perform any other duty assigned to him /her by the Guild president and the executive.

Projects i. 2021 – Development of training videos for The Uganda National Groundnut Improvement Project (Eight Tech Consults Ltd) ii. 2020 – Development of training videos for Enhancing Rice and Green gram Productivity in Northern Uganda project (Eight Tech Consults Ltd) iii. 2016 - Development of digital training manuals for Public Procurement and Disposal E- learning System (Uganda Technology and Management University).

Skills Software / Tools • Computer Repair & Maintenance • Microsoft Office • Embedded System design (Arduino, • Adobe Suite NUCLEO) • OBS Studio • Photography • Cinema 4D • Anaconda Process • Identity and Brand Development Technical (Computing) • Social Media Strategy development • Data Science (Analysis & Visualisation) • Digital Art and Illustration • Web and UI Design • Email Marketing

Hobbies • Art (Painting, Drawing and Music) • Photography • Adventure (Travelling) • Sports (Soccer)

Referees 1. Prof. Jude T Lubega 3. Dr. Okwadi J.M. Tukei (Ph.D) Ag. Vice Chancellor Coordinator - UTAMU Grad School Nkumba University Dental Technologist / Consultant P. O. Box 237 (U) Kibuli Police Dental Clinic +256-774-600884, +256 705 235 970 0701 825 410, 0772 825 410 [email protected] [email protected]

2. Dr. Drake Patrick Mirembe (Ph.D) Lecturer & Researcher, Makerere University C.T.O, Eight Tech Consults Ltd +256 776 844 343 [email protected] Declaration I, Collins Nuwagaba, do certify that this information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Signed: ...... Date: 10th July, 2020