I am an experienced Designer with a textiles design degree from the prestigious University of Leeds. Having worked for over a year at an independent interior design company, I am looking to advance my professional portfolio.
I am currently working at a local, independent interior design company as a junior designer. There are three designers, including myself and an in-house seamstress. I have been involved in several major projects including both residential and commercial establishments. Using what I have learnt within my design degree has allowed me to flourish within the business and take on more responsibility with every project we do.
I graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in Textiles Design. I specialised within knitting which has led me to gain a lot of experience on the dubied and domestic knitting machines. I gained basic skills programming the Shima Seiki 12g whole garment and the 5g machine. Both use the SDS-ONE APEX3, which has allowed me to create both samples of knit and also whole garments. The course allowed me to excel in using Adobe software when creating critical journals for my practical work. The diversity of the course also allowed me to study other subjects separate to design such as business management, photography, history of art and sustainability. This have given me the skills to write in an academic way and to manage my time effectively between different projects.
Projects
- Interior DesignOver the last two years I have worked within a small, independent interior design company on both residential and commercial properties. Below are a select few of the many projects we have worked on as a team. I have been able to use and expand my knowledge within this role and this has enabled me to gain crucial experience and flourish within this company. Please find a full portfolio at https://beckettsinteriors.com
- The Shima StudiesAs I started to work with new technologies within textiles, I found that the Shima stood out as a revolutionary form of knitting. This project highlights some of the finished pieces I did on the Shima over the course of a few months. It took time and patience to truly understand the highly technical methods used when operating the specialised machine, but the results are outstanding as evidenced below.
Work history
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Interior DesignerBeckett & Beckett Inteirors
Leeds, United KingdomFull Time
Getting involved in all aspects of design for this family run business from running the shop, stock inventory, procurement through to client meetings, design and project managing:
-Responsible for designing and producing schemes for our high profile clients, from concept through to completion.
-Responsible for direct selling high end bespoke designed furniture, fixtures and fittings.
-Managing various work forces within projects and organising the delivery of furniture to clients homes.
Managing suppliers and vendors, ordering materials and furniture, managing inventory and stock.
-Managing the workroom and our in-house seamstress, making sure all fabrics are labelled, all the work is completed on time and finished to a high standard.
-Engaging with our clients on a daily basis, providing a personalised service and building strong relationships.
-Problem solving when it comes to complications within a project or the business.
-Managing the phone and emails in professional manner.
-Keeping the website & blog up-to-date with fresh promotional and relevant material.
-Assist with organising and supporting with various events, exhibitions and promotions in the showroom.
Textiles DesignerNEW DESIGNERS
- London, United KingdomFreelance
I was one of a select few to be chosen to represent the University of Leeds to showcase my work at the New Designers exhibition in London in 2017.
Skills
- Dubied Knitting
- Knitted Textiles
- Hand Knitting
- Adobe Indesign/illustrator/photoshop
- Screen Printing
- Interior Design
- Commercial Interior Design
- Residential Interior Design
Education
BA (Hons) Textile Design University of Leeds
- Leeds, United Kingdom
Graduated with a 2:1 in Textiles Design
Awards
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Peshall Hirst Award
The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters
National Winner of The Worshipful Company Of Framework Knitters Peshall Hirst Award