About me

Hi, I'm Megan Raats, a Graphic Designer born in the Netherlands. My drive to keep evolving makes me a playful and versatile designer. While I have many interests, I enjoy branding, identity and digital design. Equipped with a can-do spirit, I am always on the look-out for a new creative challenge or project; please do not hesitate to contact me!

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Projects

• AMS TypefaceTypeface created based on Amsterdam's unique city grid. The result is an open yet intricate typeface that reflects the structural qualities of Amsterdam.
• Taste-EdiConcept for a sustainable, community-based app that encourages people to eat together and create a stronger community.

Projects credited in

• ScranA concept for a platform that connects people through a love of food and community. With this project, we wanted to encourage more people to put down their phones, meet new people and bond over a home-cooked meal.

Work history

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Graphic DesignerSelf Employed
Jan 2018Edinburgh, United KingdomFreelance
Designed logo's, branding and promotional material for the Scottish Volleyball Association. Also created motion graphics for GB Snowsport and designed the Edinburgh Finance Conference identity.
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Creative FounderStudio Takeaway
Sep 2019 - May 2020Edinburgh, United KingdomFull Time
Co-Founded and branded my own agency. My responsibilities included managing our team, projects, clients, communications, finances and social media.

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Skills

• Graphic Design
• Branding
• Brand Identity
• Design
• Typography
• Motion Graphics
• Animation
• Social Media
• Organised
• Deadline Driven

Education

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Graphic DesignThe Edinburgh College of Art
Sep 2016 - May 2020Edinburgh, United Kingdom
First Class BA(Hons) Degree in Graphic Design, including two Edinburgh Awards (for Volunteering and Leadership within sport). Also got selected for a semester exchange to study Communication Design at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
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PropedeuseArtEZ Institute of the Arts
Sep 2015 - Jun 2016Arnhem, Netherlands
Got my propedeuse in Graphic Design. (Diploma upon completion of your first year)

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