About me

Please find enclosed a copy of my current CV for your consideration. I have a degree in BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design from De Montfort University. My work experience includes work with a graphic design company in UK and the international market including Dubai, where I worked on professional projects on behalf of the company's clients.

Through my work experience and degree course I have developed the confidence to take a brief and take it through concept and development and the final technical outcome of the design. I am now seeking the next step in establishing my chosen career and feel I would be ideally suited to an opportunity where I can fully apply my creative abilities, and my design skills in a role where I know these skills can be an asset to your company. I will happily work on projects individually but I can also make a strong member of a Design Team.

I look forward hearing from you soon and will be delighted to answer any questions you may have.

Yours faithfully

Leena Shubair

Skills

- Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, - familiarity with databases and experience of using the internet, - Excellent organisational, written communication and interpersonal skills, - Ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines., - Ability to work on own initiative, or as part of team and be able to work under pressure at busy, times of the year., - Ability to work accurately and methodically., - Confident to make independent decisions within agreed parameters, - Willingness to travel and work within the United Kingdom and abroad if required, - Extensive technical skills and background knowledge of creative software applications, - 7 GCSEs include Math and English, - Experience of working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, - A commitment to customer service, - A skilled communicator with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills at all levels, - Organised and methodical with excellent time management, prioritisation and planning, - A lateral thinker with strong analytical skills and a logical approach to problem solving, - Creative and innovative, with a good eye for accuracy and attention to detail, - A committed team player, able to work in a cohesive team and on own initiative, - Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure and work well within strict deadlines, - Driven to achieving set goals, reaching targets and exceeding expectations

Sector Experience

Graphic Designer (voluntary work) De Montfort University- DSU, Student Union, 11/02/2011 to 30/3/2011, Marketing Admin support (voluntary work), Leicestershire county council, Leicester, (05/2010 to 06/2010), Translator, Arora Lodhi Heath Solicitors, London, (12/2011 to Date), (Arabic - English, English - Arabic) free lance, Graphic Designer, work from home, Leicester, (08/2008 to Date), Free-lance Graphic design projects., Graphic Designer, Eltron Ltd, Luton, (07/2002 to 07/2008), Assistant Graphic Designer, GLOBAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, Dubai, UAE, (12/1997 to 07/2001)

Awards

Diploma in public service Interpreting (DPSI), Start the course (September 2012), Business Link Outreach Support Project (BLOSP) Workshops, 01/2011 to 02/2011, South Leicestershire College, Leicester, 09/2009 to 09/2009, Business Works (Pass), (Training Course), De Montfort University, Leicester, 09/2004 to 07/2007, BA (Honours) in Graphic Design (2:1), New College, Nottingham, 09/2001 to 06/2003, BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Merit), Liverpool University, Liverpool, 09/1995 to 06/1997, Diploma in Computer Studies