About me

I have gained excellent, relevant experience from both freelancing and in my current role as the sole in-house designer for OD Imaging; a wide format print company, specialising in POS. My MA, BA and DMP qualifications have each enhanced my understanding of design and communications, whilst providing me with the necessary groundwork to succeed in my first role in full time employment. I have built a sound knowledge base and am ready to be further challenged, through applying and demonstrating the skills and experience I have acquired. I am eager to expand my industry knowledge and immerse myself in a driven and high-pressured environment.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suit CS3, CS4, CS5 both Mac and PC based., Original design artwork creation across a wide range of formats including Banners, Display Exhibition, Signage (permanent and temporary) Posters, Window Vinyl, Roller Banners, Wall Art, Canvas/Acrylic Prints and Pop Up Stands., Experience with retouching and formatting artworks, as well as colour matching and amending artwork to a print ready format., Experience with repro, common printing process and tools, gaining inside knowledge into material properties and pricing.

Sector Experience

2011 - Present OD Imaging Ltd - Designer & Accounts Executive, 2010 -2011 Freelance - Social Media Campaign Co-ordinator, 2010 - 2011 Links of London - Sales Associate, 2009 - 2011 Freelance Graphic and Web Designer, 2008 - 2010 Joules Clothing - Sales Associate, Key holder, Temporary Manager, 2010 (Summer) Leeds University 2 day Big Business Challenge, Finishing in 2nd position, 2008 - 2010 Wimbledon Catering Controller, 2008 (Summer) 3Monkeys PR Work Experience, 2008 - 2009 JAM Staffing Silver Service Waitress, 2007 - 2009 Leeds Student Radio - “Drive Time” Presenter September

Awards

2010 - 2011 University of Leeds, MA in Advertising and Design, with Merit, 2011 [June] The Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing, Certificate in Direct and Digital Marketing Principles (Cert DMP), 2007 - 2010 University of Leeds, BA (Hons.) in New Media, 2:1 classification, 2000 - 2007 St David’s School for Girls, 3 A-Levels gained, at BBC in Media Studies, Design Technology and Psychology, 1 AS level in IT, 11 GCSEs gained, Grades A-C including English, Maths and Double Award Science.

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Location
Leeds, Yorkshire & Humberside, United Kingdom
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