Clarke Duddy Email & Phone Number

Lisburn, GB

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

As Studio Manager, I oversee the scheduling and coordination of all projects to ensure seamless execution across both departments. I manage the allocation of resources, including freelance and overtime options, to meet critical deadlines efficiently.I have streamlined and updated operational processes, implementing new procedures that enhance efficiency.

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

As the Studio Production Manager in a dynamic brand agency, I was responsible for the end-to-end management of all studio projects, ensuring seamless execution from inception to delivery. I meticulously scheduled a diverse range of print and design projects, ensuring that deadlines were consistently met and that our output aligns with both client.

Sydney, Australia

• I led a team of 10 professionals, ranging from junior designers to senior creatives, including two sign technicians. In 2015, I spearheaded the brand development for the newly established Northern Beaches Council.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for all branding and design needs within the organisation.
• Engaging with clients to take briefs, pitch creative concepts, and manage expectations throughout the project life-cycle.
• Overseeing the design and delivery of branded presentations for the Chief Executive team, as well as content for digital, social media, print, and signage.
• Facilitating regular team meetings to set priorities, foster innovation, and ensure alignment on upcoming projects.
• Conducting monthly one-on-one meetings with my team to review performance, set development goals, and support career growth.

Sydney, Australia

• Developed engaging content for social media platforms, driving brand visibility and audience engagement.
• Designed multi-format advertisements, ensuring strict adherence to brand standards for high-profile clients such as Hungry Jack’s and Pizza Hut, contributing to consistent brand messaging across channels.
• Created and managed the production of credit card-sized pamphlets, coordinating overseas printing to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Conceptualised and executed promotional campaigns, including competitions and student discount offers, optimised for EDM campaigns to increase customer engagement and sales.
• Developed strategic presentations and pitches for the managing director, playing a key role in securing new business opportunities and expanding the client portfolio.

Sydney, Australia

• As a senior graphic designer I was responsible for managing my projects from brief to delivery. This included research, quoting, and delivery of the final product. I utilised the full Adobe Creative Suite to create.
• Turning briefs into designed concepts for client approval
• Photo editing in Lightroom and Photoshop
• Setting up templates to ensure brand consistency throughout the team
• Designing for online and social
• Designing for award submissions

Belfast, United Kingdom

• I was responsible for designing branded POS and advertisements for supermarket chainssuch as Spar, Centra, Mace and SuperValu.My daily tasks included:
• Designing branded projects from brief to delivery.
• Designing POS, brochures, stationery, press adverts and exhibition stands.
• Ensuring brand consistency across a range of supermarket brands.
• Designed pitches and presentations for the sales team.
• Presenting finalised ideas & concepts to clients, colleagues and management.

Ballymena, United Kingdom

• I created signage solutions for a wide range of clients. I met daily with the floor manager to discuss ways of achieving my ideas and would often help manufacture and install the final product.My job responsibilities.
• Designing signage to meet the clients brief in-line with what could be achieved for their budget
• Discussing with clients the best ways to meet their budget
• Helping out in the workshop when required
• Overseeing my designs in production and amending when required
• Running and maintaining a Roland large format printer

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Design And Communication

Bachelor Degree in Design and Communication which explored all areas within graphic design including, print, illustration, digital and 3D.

Btec National Diploma, Art & Design

BTEC National Diploma in Fine Art which included, painting, pottery, print-making and graphic design.