About me

I am a hard working, conscientious Mac Artworker/Designer who has been working in the printing industry for thirty-seven years until being made redundant in July 2010.

Previously I have worked as a computer based designer for Staffordshire Newspapers Ltd and have been involved in the production of two daily newspapers, five weekly newspapers, two monthly glossy magazines and several annual magazine publications as well as in-house and promotional material. Used to a busy schedule I am able to work to tight deadlines under my own supervision and can adapt to most situations using my initiative.

I have covered all aspects of print design from creating advertisement designs from clients' briefs, advertisement feature layouts and headings to front-page designs for the magazines. For the editorial department I have been involved in front-page news boosts, supplementary artwork for news stories, photo manipulation as well as artwork graphics for regular features. My role also covered the generation of promotional posters and advertisements for the in-house marketing department.

My years working in the printing industry have equipped me with excellent typographical and layout skills and I am adept in the use of Illustrator and Photoshop. I am currently unemployed and therefore available for immediate start.

Please take a look at my CV to gain an insight into my abilities and employment history.

With best regards Neil Orton.