Tehillah Kachila

Entrepreneur • Thinker • Singer • Songwriter • Developer

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Who is Tehillah Kachila?

I am a Creative with a demonstrated history of working in the Electronic Entertainment & Arts industries.Skilled in Graphics Design, Creative Writing & Game Development, with a knack for detail.Highly Passionate about the growth of the Technological and Creative Economy, and Spaces, in and around Africa.I started out as a writer , singer and songwriter, before delving into Game development and technology.I am the founder of Asili Entertainment; an African game development studio, built by Shem Tom, and I, seeking to change the narrative on the Game Development Industry in Africa & The World by bringing creative & interactive concepts to the forefront of our activities, to the benefit of players around the world.Currently building Ella & Virosauda.
Core Team Member at Angular Kenya.

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Skills
• Creative Assistance: Expertise in guiding projects from concept to completion, visual storytelling, and brand alignment.
• Writing: Skilled in narrative development, technical writing, and content creation for digital media.
• Graphics Design: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva; experienced in UI/UX for apps and game design.
• Brand Development: Specializes in creating emotional brand identities, nostalgic visuals, and strategic marketing assets.
• Technical Skills: React (v0.dev), Google Fonts, HTML/CSS, Framer Motion, Local Storage for state management.Professional ExperienceAsili Entertainment
Creative Officer, Founder | Nairobi, Kenya
September 2024 – Present
• Developed and implemented immersive marketing artwork for web games, crafting a fresh, recognizable game-related aesthetic.
• Delivered game assets for Circle of Numbers, including game icons and various marketing images optimized for online platforms.
• Enhanced user engagement through creative and consistent art that reflects each game's unique style and enhances brand loyalty.Virosauda
Founder & Developer
October 2024 – Present
• Established Virosauda’s branding as that of a premium photo enhancement technology brand, emphasizing nostalgia-driven visuals and high-end branding.
• Developed the brand identity, logo, and marketing strategy to create a vivid, emotionally resonant experience that evokes childhood memories.
• Planned strategic partnerships to extend Virosauda’s technology through camera and image enhancement apps, maintaining exclusivity and prestige.ella.app
Founder & Developer
July 2024 – Present
• Conceptualized and developed Ella, a mental health journaling app initially created during Buildspace Nights and Weekends Season 5, then continued post-program as a personal project.
• Designed a unique UI/UX system, incorporating mood selection, personalized prompts, and interactive animations, with an emphasis on accessibility and user-friendly design.
• Authored a Medium article draft detailing the development journey, showcasing resilience and commitment despite challenges during civil unrest in Kenya.AkiliKash
Chief Product Officer
July 2021 – December 2022
• Directed the product development strategy for AkiliKash, reducing the projected development budget by 20% while achieving product launch milestones.
• Created a phased development approach, streamlining resources and ensuring scalable, cost-effective product growth without compromising on quality.Kawaida Canvas
Founder, Creative Consultant
March 2020 – Present
• Managed outsourcing projects for B2B clients, including a lightbox solution for a supermarket, from concept to installation.
• Coordinated timelines, vendor relations, and final production, ensuring impactful visual displays that align with client goals.Zabibu Systems (Project)
Founder, Creative Officer.
August 2019 – December 2021
• Translated abstract concepts into visual and written deliverables, facilitating team alignment and stakeholder understanding.
• Developed visual identities, brand strategies, and marketing materials, establishing a cohesive brand foundation for internal and client projects.Education and Certifications
• Buildspace Nights & Weekends - Season 5
Certificate in App Development
Project: Ella Mental Health App – Demonstrated resilience in completing this project during Kenya’s civil unrest.
• Mentenda Mentorship Programme
Art Direction & Graphic Design Mentorship
• Community Organizing for Action
Certification in Community Leadership & Project Management
• GEMS Young Leaders and Enterprise Program
Leadership and Enterprise DevelopmentNotable Projects
• Ella Mental Health App: Built a responsive journaling app with mood-tracking, calendar visuals, and a chat-based UI. Integrated custom prompts for each mood, creating a personalized experience for users.
• Circle of Numbers: Designed all visual assets for this 2048-style game, including game icon, main thumbnails, and marketing images for consistent digital display.
• AkiliKash Product Development: Spearheaded a streamlined development process that reduced overall costs by 20% and accelerated product launch schedules. Innovated development strategies to align with agile, budget-conscious timelines.
• Asili Entertainment Marketing Artwork: Created engaging visual assets for digital marketing, setting a consistent and captivating visual tone that enhanced user engagement and established brand identity for multiple game titles.Creative Personality
As a Visionary Creative identified by the Adobe Creative Type test, I excel at translating abstract ideas into concrete outputs, constantly pushing for creative innovations. My visionary approach means I look beyond the obvious to create experiences that resonate emotionally, making each project both memorable and impactful.Work Style and Accommodations
• Strengths: ADHD often enables me to hyper-focus on creative projects, resulting in deep engagement and unique insights, especially in design and storytelling tasks. This ability to concentrate intensively allows me to develop out-of-the-box solutions and visually compelling narratives.
• Considerations: ADHD can sometimes impact my organization and task-switching capabilities. I thrive with structured support, flexibility, and tools that accommodate varied work rhythms, such as adaptive deadlines or task prioritization systems.
• Ideal Work Environment: Environments that prioritize open communication, allow flexible scheduling, and offer organizational tools or periodic task assessments help me remain engaged and productive.Recommendations and Mentions
Joseph Kibira
“Tehillah is an outstanding Graphic Designer with a keen eye on uniqueness. 4.0 out of 5 stars.”
Steve Murua
“I have engaged with Tehillah for many years and seen his competence and capacity develop in leaps and bounds. He is determined and passionate about every task set in front of him. I recommend him unreservedly.”
Trevor Kimani, CEO and Founder of AlphabloQ
“In a world where innovation and collaboration are key to reshaping our financial landscapes, it's exhilarating to come across ideas that resonate deeply with our mission at AlphabloQ. Tehillah’s article on collective resource pooling brilliantly captures the essence of collaboration as a transformative force in wealth creation.”

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