Responsible for the management & production of design for online/screen end use. Work closely with the development team in an agile environment in the production of engaging, user-centred experiences. Work with the wider creative team to conceive and deploy campaigns.

I have been working as an Independent Design Professional for the past 3 years. This has allowed me to work on a variety of different projects, from conception through to completion particularly for the web environment which has strengthened my knowledge and skills in this area. I provide the Full Service from Consultation, to Concept, Design and Development.

I have also been working with many top agencies providing design services onsite where required. i.e. AV Browne, Paperjam Design, ASG, Brande Etiquette (Formerly Pierce Communications) Papermouse/Drinksology & INC Marketing to name a few.

Senior Designer in this full service design and branding bureau and sister company Drinksology. Responsible for account handling through to design & finished artwork for key clients including Gordons Chemists, Texthelp Systems, Dillon Bass, Drinks Inc, RSPB & VOYPIC. Managed all operational, strategic, financial, quote/bid, print buying and administrative functions.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Provide proposal layout and design for high end contracts under extremely tight deadlines.
• Established trusting relationships with vendors, and key clients.
• Integral in securing major contracts for the drinks industry

Moved to this agency due to the demise of my previous employer's company. My role involved being responsible for the overseeing & production of a variety of work including Logo Design, Packaging, Annual Reports, Brochures and a broad range of marketing collateral.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Manage & Oversee all design work that goes through the agency.
• Provide proposal layout and design for high end contracts under extremely tight deadlines.

My role at Coppernoise Communications, a well established design agency involved the delivery of innovative, quality design solutions for a variety of high profile clients including Belfast City Council, Arts & Business NI, NIPPA, Early Years, The Various Health Services & Government bodies. Also managed all operational, strategic, financial, quote/bid, and administrative functions.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Provided proposal layout and design for high end contracts under extremely tight deadlines.
• Established trusting relationships with vendors, and key clients.

Joined Bluestone Press as Graphic Designer in order to set up and expand their design department. With my strong creative ability and extensive print background I was a great asset to the company in training new staff across all platforms and providing them with the skills to produce quality design.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Successfully completed client projects from concept through to finished product.
• Set up successful Graphic Design Department
• Provided proposal layout and design for high end contracts under extremely tight deadlines.
• Established trusting relationships with vendors, and key clients.
• Developed & Maintained Company’s web presence & emarketing solutions

Efficiently managed and coordinated design production from concept through completion. I worked closely with a variety of Blue Chip Clients to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements. I also gained an in-depth knowledge of the printing process here.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Gained extensive knowledge of the printing process & the latest Imposition systems.
• Established and maintained good relations with clients.
• Worked on projects for various blue chip clients such as QUB, Pizza Hut Ireland,
General Consumer Council, Borough Councils.

Collaborated with creative team to design and produce brochures for the market leader tourism titles, both print & web based. Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials. Undertook training course in 3D Studio Max in order to illustrate golf courses for major publication.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Consistently recognized for fresh and innovative ideas and applications.
• Promoted to Studio Manager.

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