I'm no fan of CVs, there's a feeling of, 'TaKe yOUr CV 'rOuNd thE sHoPs aNd Put YOurSeLf oUt tHErE' outdated thinking that goes with them. The portfolio, online presence and interview skills should be more than enough. But they're an inescapable part of the corporate hiring process, so, here you go.
Skills
• Confident communicator and team worker, thoughtful and considerate of others needs
• Highly Creative idea generator
• Illustration
• Photography and photo editing
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Affinity design programs
• Print design
• Logo and Branding design
• Use of Mac, Linux, and Windows systems
• Responsive Design
• Great time management
• Creative artwork
• Info-graphic design
Work history
OE Electrics Ltd.
Graphic Designer
September 2022 - Present
• Execution of Day-to-day artwork tasks including generation, proofing, signing off and supply of design files as needed.
• Re-branding and relaunching existing products.
• Creating and updating product webpages and application of SEO best practices.
• Manage and direct inbound requests to the relevant marketing team member.
Multimedia Designer
February 2022 – September 2022,
• Photography and photo editing of products for use across digital platforms and in print.
• Brief animations and video for social media.
• Following and adding to existing brand guidelines to communicate the company's values.
• Liaising with sales teams, senior management and production staff on projects.
• Creation of internal communications and newsletters.
World Textile Information Network
Graphic Designer/Photographer
February 2015 – September 2019
• Provide Graphic Design to final layout and artwork for various publications, each with their correct styles and formatting.
• Provide photography and photography instruction for editorial at trade shows.
• Liaise with advertisers regarding amendments and re-designs.
• Some CMS management, infographics, and magazine uploads to the website.
• Photo editing, compositing and retouching.
Champion Up North
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
February 2014 – February 2015
• Illustrate feature articles for the website.
• Provide promotional print design for accessible music courses.
• Provide graphic design services to clients.
• Merchandise Design and Illustration.