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Commissioning visual content and physical products for a diverse roster of artistsArt DirectionCreatively leading projects from conception through to execution and delivery of final imagery/ product.This includes:In depth and extensive background research leading to conceptualising shoots/ artwork briefsLeading the creative across all departments to ensure consistency of aesthetic across all media, including print, video, digital and streaming platformsCreative direction on set and locations to ensure the visual concepts are being achieved.Design, Photography and VideoSourcing designers, artworkers, videographers, directors, photographers, set designers, H&MU and stylists. All the creatives that are involved on a project.Project managing all aspects of creative from briefing through to proofing and final sign off. TrafficFollowing production schedule to ensure delivery of all parts to deadlineProductionFull shoot pre production including sourcing locations, commissioning set builds, prop sourcing etcBriefing retouching and ensuring delivery of high quality imagesAll shoot and artwork related invoicingNegotiating and arranging contractsArchiving all final artwork, imagery and videoBudgetsNegotiating with all suppliers including artist fees and usage rightsFull control of a projects artwork spend including initial estimates Ensuring project is delivered within budgetOther SkillsIncluded but not limited to:Holding packshotsRemix PackshotsArtwork Layouts (all formats)Exploding packshotsArtist Booklet art to PDF’s Checking artworkOne sheets/ DecksSpotify pitch artworkPosters/ OutdoorPrint adsGreeting CardsInvitesRetouching Photos/ ImagesAudio editingCondensing label copyChecking LyricsScriptwriting

Liaising with clients to determine their requirements and budget. Managing client proposals from typesetting through to design, print and production. Working with clients, briefing and advising them with regard to design style, format, print production and timescales.Developing concepts, graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, packaging, brand identity,company literature, signage, publication design and website design. Determining size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and font style and size. Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief. Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required. Liaising with external printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed to the highest quality.

Oversaw many aspects of high end fine art business. Arranged exhibitions, shows, client liaisons and viewings. Ensured high value sculptures were delivered in a timely and secure fashion to clients around the world. Designed all company literature, stationary, invitations, print and website. Was the first point of contact for all clients and prospective clients. Researched and compiled large database of possible clientele.

Graphic Designer on various creative projects for over 50 retail stores within cultural attractions across the continental USA,and Canada. Projects included branding, product development, packaging and logo design. Acquiring resources, coordinating freelance contributors, suppliers and delivering projects to deadline.

Ensured smooth running of corporate head office with over 70 full time employees, 600 worldwide. Arranged all company and client conferences, including travel, hospitality, scheduling for up to 200 attendees. Assisted CEO in all aspects of day to day office and administrative support. Promoted to graphics department after only eight months in this role.

Technical Director on The Rick Roberts Show. Responsible for the audio output of the radio show, operating the mixing desk ambidextrously and digital editing.

Managing on air talent, script writing, directing show content, feature writing, creating competition concepts and execution, booking guests for show and liaising with their management.