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Leicester, United Kingdom

Building upon established skills using CS 5 to create designs for high street customers, such as Lipsy, River Island for their Childrens and Ladies departments, New Look, Urban Outfitters, and Miss Selfridge, key areas of development were in the extension of skills in designing for repeat pattern as well as placement printing. Responsible for all aspects of graphic output from the company, liasing with suppliers and customers, involved with the development of training for colleagues in all aspects of software use. Established the company with a graphic handwriting that was not previously in place. Involved in trend research and visualising for customers and securing orders based on personal idea development. Management of time and deadlines for all requests. Built a greater understanding of garment structures and shapes to aid in the visualising process

Leicester

Women’s wear and Girl’s wear print design a key feature of the role specifically in developing designs for Topshop and NEXT, and many of the designs have appeared on both companies websites as featured items. Also involved in the development of Graphics for the company’s new brands in both Men’s and Women’s wear. Key responsibilities included attending meetings with Licensees such as Lucas Film and this has become an important part of the role. Also involved in the design of rotary fabrics for clients such as Evans & Arcadia Group. Designs have been developed and sold directly to Topman and Burtons and the importance of team working and flexibility are another key aspect of the role. Work for Next boy’s wear and Next men’s character shirts undertaken. Very involved in the development of the companies licensed products range, dealing with brands such as Disney, Warner Brothers, Lucas Film, etc. Alongside this work developed skills in the design of Boys wear, Menswear, and for a range of clients including Tammy and BHS Girls. The breadth and variety of the work and the ability to respond quickly to clients needs has been an important area of skill development.• Developed the use of Adobe software packages in CS5• Developed use of advanced colour separation techniques to build high quality digital imagery for the High Street market ie Topshop & Arcadia Group• Fully committed to a fast fashion environment where meeting deadlines and a high level of personal commitment are important• Fully conversant with colour separation techniques for Textile Screen Printing using Adobe CS and spot process separation techniques• Dealing directly with Licensees and the development of lines of communication and the critical path approval process• Involved in the training and development of employees in the use of software and to provide support

Leicester, United Kingdom

Development of skills in all graphic areas specifically using Quark, Indesign and Flash, developed an understanding of the mechanics of the print process. Worked on and developed a series of promotional items for the company website, logos and letterheads, cards for local financial companies, calendars and also brand identity for health and safety company. Also developed graphic skills in using illustrator for drawing up and developing plans for exhibitions. This position was only a short term appointment.

Leicester, United Kingdom

Development of Design skills using Adobe Creative Suite, experience gained in the use of digital printing. Sublimation print design and traditional print design were undertaken for a diverse range of clients and organisations specifically The Arcadia Group ( Topshop and Warehouse), Next, Hennes, George, New Look and Tesco. Developing trend led visuals and Graphics for Women’s Wear. Key responsibilities include the management of all aspects of the design department, its administration and organisation and some internal and external sales. The production of Designs that are commercially ready for colour separation in Index and half tone formats, liason with print sampling and colour matching departments. Also recently involved in producing a range of Graphics for leaflets, brochures, etc for a local Housing research Group using In-design and Quark Xpress. Greetings Cards, design for print and page layout for a wide range of clients have all been undertaken.• Developed the use of web based applications such as Dreamweaver, specifically in designing websites and information platforms• Web based character design using Flash and the use of music and sound software• Involved in the training and development of overseas employees in the use of software and to provide long term support on their return to their home country• Fully conversant with colour separation techniques for Textile Screen Printing using Adobe CS Photoshop and spot process separation techniques

Leicester, United Kingdom

Broadened range of experience using all major Adobe packages. Built an understanding of both Mac and PC based applications. Developed ranges of socks for Coats Viyella, print Graphics for all age groups and genders. Produced ranges of characters specifically for George and Asda, these were in the main for girls wear and built on traditional drawing skills in conjunction with the use of Adobe software. Responsible for the overseeing and implementing of a sampling programme to create a more direct reaction to customer requirements.• Use of Sage for invoicing and payroll requirements for the company• Developed use of Digital media to broaden photography and artwork skills and their use within the graphic environment. Worked with 3d graphics programmes to produce dynamic visuals and develop a broader range of visual styling

Leicester, United Kingdom

Key responsibilities were to manage all aspects of the running of the Design department including liasing between all areas and suppliers within the group. The management and overseeing of the Production department, Sampling and the development of visuals for a diverse range of customers. These included The Disney Store, Topshop, Warehouse and sportswear companies. Also involved in the design of embroidery, welded and appliquéd embellishment specifically for Swimwear and also Jersey wear. • Writing a full company document and implementing health and safety procedures for all employees on site• Responsible for design recruitment, staff management and external sales with High Street clients such as Warehouse on a direct supplier basis• Managing invoicing and the budgets of each department, implemented the use of target related production and sales• Liasing with suppliers regarding new products, innovations and developing promotional apparel to supply directly to work wear and promotional shirt companiesThrough dedication and hard work quickly achieved promotion to the above role.

Leicester, United Kingdom

Key responsibilities were to develop Designs to brief, complete and develop a wholesale change of approach to the use and development of the sales facility and put in good working practices within the office environment• Development of design work for Boots baby wear as a direct supplier.• Direct customer liason and management of a team of four designers managing all aspects of the design department developing new sales including the negotiation of price points and costings.• Working as an assistant to the Managing Director to deal with sampling and quality requirements for customers• Developed visualisation skills in a variety of new areas for clients that included London based film production companies and graphics for promotional apparel for record companies dealing with mainstream acts• Developed a range of nightwear print graphics to coordinate with other products such as socks, bags and underwear for Totes

Leicester, United Kingdom

Responsible for delivering and developing Fashion Graphics for the high Street market, worked within a team to develop artwork and visuals for all types of clients. The work include sock design, baby wear design, girls wear, ladies wear, boys wear and mens wear and general sportswear across all markets both in the UK and across Europe. High Street clients included BHS, Hennes, Warehouse, Dunnes, Asda and Topshop. Developed the use of graphic trend awareness and the importance of visual culture upon the discipline and the products produced • Delivering fast paced traditional artwork and layout• Developing sustainable links between client groups• Delivering highly original and fresh imagery to tight time lines and on trend• Fundamental and pro-active role in developing training of new staff and the use of new equipment

Leicester, United Kingdom

Responsible for developing a personal client base and producing artwork to tight deadlines in a customer focussed manner. The work developed traditional book illustration skills and also Graphic Design for clients such as Oxford University Press, The BBC, local Advertising Agencies and regional magazines. Fashion illustration and technical illustration commissions were also undertaken. Experience gained an understanding of developing new customers and in turn driving sales forward. A key element of the work involved developing a business plan to identify clear strategies and action plans for future client development.

Bachelor Of Arts - Honours, Graphic Design

Foundation Degree, Design And Applied Arts