Macro Art are a leading UK graphics company based in Cambridgeshire, providing wide format and bespoke graphics for the exhibition, live events, construction and retail sectors.In the studio, we are responsible for everything in between the Client Services team and production, which can include artworking, prepress, colour correction, RIP, profiling and proofing. In addition to these everyday tasks, I am responsible for our preflight system as well as identifying, testing and implementing software to fit the needs of the business and to keep us on the cutting edge.I have built up a vast range of skills at Macro Art and have made fundamental changes to workflow which have increased efficiency and output dramatically. My role has consistently expanded to cover a more diverse range of tasks and I am trusted by others at all levels to advise on technical matters.- Prepress for large/wide format production- Artworking for large scale projects and events- Colour management and profiling- Systems implementation- Automation and variable data- Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign- Caldera RIP- Enfocus PitStop Pro & Server- Enfocus Switch

The Graphic Services department at Just Digital produces stationery for the UK's leading funeral groups.As a designer, I produce bespoke and template-based artwork for all manner of funeral stationery orders. This usually has to be created, proofed and signed off for print in a very short time frame before it is printed in house and dispatched in time for the service. The products include order of service booklets, condolence books, invitation/attendance cards and bookmarks.Skills I have used include:- Bespoke artwork design (to client specifications)- Type layout, input & copywriting- Photograph retouching, colour correction & preparation for print- Customer service & communication (often dealing with distraught clients)- Time management (simultaneously handling large numbers of time-sensitive orders)

Mastering solutions for independent record labels, producers and DJs. Providing fast, professional results for a reasonable price.Having mastered both my own music and that of others' at a high standard for years, the decision to take this further, give it a push and apply a proper brand name & imagery to it was a very natural thing.The idea of the name is that, rather like the monks of the Shaolin Temple, I have learned an art which is seldom documented, rarely taught and even more sparsely understood. The reference to a Shaolin monk is obviously made in a tongue-in-cheek manner...

House & techno music. Releases on VIVa MUSiC, Carnivale Music, Love Not Money Records + more. Residency at Teknicolor, Mint Club, Leeds. Gigs all around the UK as well as abroad, including Amsterdam and Gibraltar.

Sieve Creative was founded earlier this year to provide creative brand development, graphic design and dramatically enhanced photography solutions, helping our clients to stand out from the competition.At Sieve Creative we utilise our wide range of skill-sets, from graphic design & photography, multimedia & audio, social media & website design right through to exceptional customer service and account management. My role as graphic designer means that I work on client projects providing creative input from the onset and delivering the highest possible artwork across all customer touch points.The Sieve team is made up of remarkably creative individuals, all bringing with them different experiences and backgrounds, yet all focused on one thing - making our clients look good.We work with start-up businesses as well as established enterprises, offering a number of affordable packages to get your company up and running in the early days, or to improve branding, imagery and web presence in order to take your business to the next level.Sectors we are currently working with include:
- Business services
- Health and Fitness
- Catering
- Magazines / Publications
- RetailIf there is one thing we love, it’s a challenge. So if you have a project that you would like to discuss with us – please get in touch!

On + off part-time until March 2013 when I was taken on full-time. Unfortunately the company went into liquidation in May 2013