About Me
I am a well-organised, reliable, and self-motivated creative, with a meticulous eye for detail. I have a proven ability to work on large projects requiring a high level of accuracy, whilst delivering to tight deadlines.
I am highly motivated to learn new skills and technologies, with a natural flair and interest in creative design and artworking. I enjoy working collaboratively on projects as well as being able to focus as an individual.
| Skills | Software |
|---|---|
| Video Editing and Formatting HTML animated banners HTML Email Development – Professional responsive emails – Customised CRM email templates Image retouching & modification |
Adobe Creative Suite – After Effects – Premiere Pro – Animate – Photoshop – InDesign – XD – Dreamweaver – Illustrator Google Web Designer |
Experience
Digital Artworker - McCann Central
2020 -
Present
- Developing animations for advertising and teaser videos across various social media platforms using After Effects.
- Creating and editing video project files with After Effects, incorporating various sizes for web, social media formats, ATMs, and digital advertising displays.
- Performing image editing and retouching with Photoshop.
- Designing and producing eDMs using Adobe XD and Photoshop.
- Coding branded HTML emails and uploading final files to clients' email management systems.
- Ensuring all projects adhere to clients' brand guidelines.
- Creating HTML banners using Animate or Google Web Design.
- Artworking for leaflets, banners, brochures, and other materials using InDesign and Photoshop.
- Dispatching and packaging completed artwork/exports for release.
- Collaborating with the creative team and account managers to guarantee that the final deliverables align with the clients' style guidelines.
2020 -
Present
2018 -
2020
Creative Artworker - Grow Inspirit Magazine
2018 -
2020
- As a Creative Artworker, I was responsible for spearheading the layout, design, and overall visual style of an 84-page new launch retail magazine. This involved utilizing industry-standard design software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, to create a visually striking and cohesive publication.
- Working with a strong sense of urgency, I ensured that a consistent attention to detail was maintained throughout the project to deliver a fully finished product on time. This included sourcing and purchasing stock imagery, as well as executing all creative design, typesetting, and quality assurance tasks.
- In addition, I took charge of defining the magazine's style guidelines to ensure a high visual impact and consistency across multiple publications. As part of this effort, I aligned the social media branding of the magazine with its video and image posts to further amplify its visual appeal.
- I was responsible for ensuring that all elements came together seamlessly to meet tight deadlines and deliver a polished and refined final product.
Camera Operator & Video Editor - Fluorescent Donkey Ltd
2011 -
2012
- Integral member of a three-person team that captured the AFPS Classical Music Concert at UNESCO in Paris, as well as the Suzuki Concerts in 2011 and 2012.
- Involved with the post-production process, utilising industry-leading tools such as Final Cut Studio and Adobe Premier to craft a polished final product.
- Contributed to the administrative functions of the project. This involved managing databases, sorting and processing orders, and ensuring timely shipping of the final products. My attention to detail and strong organisational skills were critical in ensuring the overall success of these projects.
2011 -
2012
2010 -
2014
Graphic & Website Designer - The Music Train
2010 -
2014
- Ensured consistent adherence to the company's established branding guidelines across all materials.
- Conceptualized and produced a wide range of promotional materials, such as banners, leaflets, car magnets, competition leaflets, certificates, party invitations, vouchers, and stickers.
- Redesigned the company's logo and developed customised Facebook profile pictures and covers.
- Leveraged various design tools, including OmniGraffle, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop, to execute creative ideas effectively.
- Collaborated closely with a developer through regular meetings and the use of Podio to develop a new website.
- Successfully integrated WordPress as the chosen content management system (CMS) and provided comprehensive training to the business owner on its proper usage.