Giles Buck

Giles Buck

Digital DesignerStowmarket, United Kingdom
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Giles Buck

Giles Buck

Digital DesignerStowmarket, United Kingdom
About me
An ambitious and personable individual with a solid grasp of graphic design and computer-based technology. I would describe my attributes as a very hard-working middle weight designer, with excellent time keeping, self-motivated and always keen to learn and acquire new skills. I can adapt to working in different environments, to gain a variety of work experience. I am a reliable and organised individual, who is upbeat, well presented and a friendly team member to work with. Alongside these characteristics I am a confident communicator at all levels and with members of the public.
Work history
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    Digital DesignerMidwich
    Diss, United KingdomFull Time
    Following a recent promotion to my new role at Midwich from my previous position at Invision UK, I am currently working in a small tight-knit team of skilled creatives. Midwich is the UK’s leading trade-only distributor of technology solutions. My main responsibilities include (but are not limited by) the following: • Working from design briefs & brand guidelines in order to design both print and digital advertising for our company brand and the companies partnered brands, such as; Samsung, LG, Sony.. • Running detailed reports on e-shots and relaying where improvements may be needed. • Reporting back on Social media analytics & Google Analytics. • Designing various Google Display Networks with focused brand messages for pay per click. • Management/ Hosting of Invision events, organising the event logistics, marketing materials, stand graphics, event literature, registration pages, setting up and dismantling events. • Designing and management of company signatures via the Exclaimer software. • Independently working on in-house videos & animations for our Youtube channel. Working through all processes from conception to completion including; filming, animating, post-editing. • Monthly scheduling and designing email marketing messages through the Console E-shot software. • Website maintenance on both front-end, trade store & EU sites, updating with current news/events/ banner/product information & images. • Planning & conceptualising campaign messages for social media handles alongside complimentary graphics, Scheduling posts and copywriting for the posts' content. • Inhouse branding for competitions, events and literature.
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    Graphic Designer & Digital Marketing AssistantInvision UK
     - Diss, United KingdomFull Time
    I was independently in control of the Marketing, Design and Events at Invision UK. I specialised in marketing, print, advertising, administration, digital publishing, social media management and events coordination for Invision’s core brands. I've grasped an extensive understanding of digital marketing, graphic design and events. Having had a fantastic 10 months with Invision UK, I was delighted to accept a position at the parent company Midwich. I will continue working with Invision UK and their core brands whilst starting my new position as a Digital Designer.
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Skills
  • Graphic Design
  • Graphic Communication
  • Digital Marketing
  • Advertisement
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Video Advertising
  • Digital Branding
  • Sales
  • Design
  • Animation Design
Education
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    Bachelor of Arts with HonoursBath Spa Uni
     - Bath, United Kingdom
    Subject: Graphic Communication Classification: 2.1
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    A LevelsFinborough School
     - Great Finborough, Stowmarket IP14, UK
    Diploma, Graphic Design A level grade – A Diploma, Media Studies A level grade – C Diploma, English Literature AS Level grade – C
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