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Graphic DesignerConran Design Group
Aug 2015Manchester, United KingdomFull Time
Senior Graphic DesignerConran Design Group
Aug 2015Manchester, United KingdomFull Time
I currently work for Conran Design Group for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, as part of the in-house studio to provide brand development and communication design. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a magic circle, international law firm with over 2400 lawyers in 28 offices around the world. Conran Design Group act as global brand guardians, and develop a range of communications for both internal and external audiences. My role is to create design work that reflects, strengthens and develops the Freshfields' brand. The work ranges from printed brochures, event branding, advertising, animation, videos and website design. Recently I worked on secondment in Freshfields' New York office. I worked directly with the client, providing design support for their marketing team. This role also included working with Conran Design Group, New York office, educating the team about the Freshfields brand. Also managing and training other designers to work on Freshfields' projects. My responsibilities includes: • Working with the creative team within the studio in Manchester, including other designers and presenting work to the Head of Design. • Taking responsibility for my design work, from initial concepts to final output, focussing on the bigger picture as well as details. Ensuring high standards and that all communications meet the Freshfields' brand. • Working closely with the Account Managers and other team members to ensure a smooth and efficient working environment. • Working with Freshfields' stakeholders to develop appropriate design concepts that are relevant and engaging for their audiences. To fulfil their briefs, develop ideas and provide creative but appropriate solutions. • Presenting work with confidence and intelligence, holding the audience and communicating ideas clearly. • Working within the brand guidelines as well developing them, to keep it fresh and relevant.

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Skills

• Graphic Design
• Illustration
• Art Direction
• Campaign Concept
• Photoshoots

Education

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(BA hons) Graphic DesignThe University of Brighton
Aug 2002Brighton, United Kingdom