Whilst working at Pocketworks I have developed a greater understanding of how mobile apps are designed and developed before they are put to market. I have also learnt valuable graphics skills that I would have not otherwise had the chance to practice had I not received this opportunity. I have worked on mobile app UI/UX, web graphics, a promotional brochure and am now starting to look at product designs that can aid Pocketworks and their sales team.

At JollySmith Design I contributed to running of the business and had a hand in the design and operation of the JollySmith Design stand at the Pulse 2013 trade show.
I gained an understanding of what is needed to run a business as a sole trader and helped with the financials, stock taking and other everyday tasks.
My skills were utilised at JollySmith when designing the JollySmith exhibition stand, the promotional material for the exhibition and the press kit.
I enjoyed my time at JollySmith and have been asked to assist them with future exhibitions and trade shows.

As well as giving me the chance to improve my skills in the workshop and develop a further understanding of CAD/CAM processes, the course at York St John has presented many unique opportunities. Most notably the chance work to briefs set by Denby, Portakabin and Priestmangoode. In first year we traveled to Berlin and visited the Bauhaus design museum. I have also had the opportunity to visit multiple design exhibitions most recently the Pulse 2013 exhibition through my work placement at JollySmith Design. I have studied modules covering Computer Aided Design and Manufacture, Users and Consumers, The Design Process, Ergonomics, Design in Global Context, Sustainable Design, Design in Business and Preparation for Professional Practice. In my third and final year at York St John I will concentrate on User Centered Design and will be working to a live brief set by Pocketworks.