Please visit www.conalkelly.com for design work and portfolio.
Residing in Tokyo Japan where I currently work as global Creative & Graphic Design manager for cult Japanese footwear label SUICOKE.
I graduated from Central Saint Martins in 2017, with a degree in Graphic Communication Design.
With several years experience in the design and fashion industry, I provide brands, businesses and individuals with expertise and knowledge that spans production, marketing, strategy and global development.
Work history
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Global Creative & Graphic Design ManagerSuicoke
JapanFull Time
Working alongside the Marketing Director and reporting directly to the CEO, operating for SUICOKE in the Tokyo HQ. A role that focuses on the creative elements of graphic design and marketing within the business, I work with the Global Project Manager to ensure smooth processes of collaborative projects both internationally and domestically, as well as developing creative concept and directing photoshoots & campaigns for our inline product and special releases.
Most notably on the graphic design end, I designed and developed an enhanced global e-commerce hub and regional platforms that were launched in October 2023; and guided the brand through implementing additional, functional feature components and strategies that aim to grow the direct-to-consumer business. Since these implementations, our e-commerce business has grown by over 80% worldwide, with greater engagement, rising sales, and a broader brand awareness on a global scale.
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Head Graphic DesignerDENHAM Japan
- Daikanyamacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0034, JapanFull Time
Concept, design and implementation of graphics, internal and external labels, textile design and more for the Japan-licensed product of Amsterdam-founded denim brand Denham the Jeanmaker.
As the lead graphic designer for the Japan HQ, my work also includes art direction and presentation of seasonal concepts and approaches.
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Skills
- Image Making
- Photography
- Adobe Premiere/photoshop/indesign
- Image Editing
- Film/video Editing
- Fashion E-commerce
- Cultural Communications
- Advanced Retouching
- Copywriting Editorial
- Graphic Art
Education
BA Graphic Communication DesignCentral Saint Martins (UAL)
- Granary Square, Kings Cross, London N1C, UK
Concept skills were developed in order to communicate complex ideas and cultural ideas. I worked heavily with video, print and image-making during my final year, and continued to produce garments and prints through screen-printed means at The London Print Club in Dalston; leading them to be sold steadily online, as well as achieve a pop-up space at the Kobe-Shi location of Japanese retailer Journal Standard.
Foundation Diploma in Art and DesignLondon College of Communication, UAL
- Elephant and Castle, London, UK
Foundation Diploma in art and design, completed at UAL's London College of Communication in their Elephant & Castle location.