About me

I have over eight years experience of designing for a wide range of media, including magazines, advertisements (both print and design), brochures, press releases, and various promotional products. I have also worked with new businesses to develop strong brand identity from concept to completion. Alongside my practical skills I also have excellent time-managment which enables me to consistently meet my deadlines whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Creativity and versatility, Effective time management, Magazine design and art direction, A very keen eye for detail, Good communication skills, Artistic background, Design for various marketing materials, Photographic reproduction and art-working

Sector Experience

I finished my HND in the summer of 2005 and started my first graphic design position a month after, working for Teva UK Limited who are one of the biggest pharmaceutical companies in the UK. I worked for Teva UK for 18 months before applying for the advertising designer’s position at Archant Life. Archant Life has a vast portfolio of publications across England mostly focusing on monthly title magazines. My job role involved producing various adverts and advertorial features along with producing flat plans for a number of titles. I held the position of advert designer for just over one year before being promoted to an editorial designer. I then had the responsibility of the day-to-day corporate style of our magazines to ensure continuity throughout the companies portfolio with circulation rising and rising.

Awards

2001-2003 ND Art and Design, Northbrook college, 2003-2005 HND graphic design, Northbrook college, Highly Commended award - Design and Production 2009 , 2012 - Present Web design and development evening course