I am currently working as a graphic designer in the public sector, having studied a foundation diploma in mixed craft before going on to study Architecture at university. I have excellent knowledge of different design software packages, notably Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator which I currently use on a daily basis.
Studying Architecture has allowed me to pursue my interests in both two and three-dimensional design and has also instilled me with an ability to understand, visualise and discuss complicated ideas and to take a concept through to a strong creative solution.
Outside of work I enjoy making music, either using Ableton Live or playing guitar (must pick that up more).
I'd love to hear from you if you have a project or idea that you feel I could bring to life. We work on a multitude of different projects and nothing is too small. You can reach me via ryan.hughes@crawley.gov.uk
Projects
- Awesome Architect (full identity/branding)This was a project I undertook for a close friend, who was launching a new social media project, helping people navigate the process of becoming a fully qualified architect. The new branding is used across the 'AA' Facebook and Twitter pages and YouTube channel. This was a real privilege to work on.
- CBC 'play area opening soon' poster campaign (design refresh)Over the Spring of 2018, Crawley Borough Council undertook several major redevelopments of its playgrounds, which unfortunately meant that they would be closed for long periods of time. We needed to communicate this and so it was a great opportunity to rethink how the council announce these types of closures, as they can be unpopular, and so move away from the standard corporate style to a friendlier, more playful design.
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Work history
FounderCraftition
Gatwick, United KingdomPart Time
My new venture, Craftition Ltd. working across all aspects of audio, visual and print design, launching later this year.
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Graphic DesignerCrawley Borough Council
Crawley, United KingdomFull Time
Working for the local council has giving me a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide variety of local charities and organisations; bringing their visions to life. I also oversee all branding and wayfinding for town parks, council amenities and community spaces as well as working on the town's quarterly magazine 'Crawley Live' (delivered to circa 112,000 people).
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Skills
- Branding
- Print Design
- Wayfinding Design
- Brand Design
- CAD
- Design
- Sketching
- Logo Design
- Illustrator
- Indesign
- Photoshop
- Remixer
- Ableton
- Djing
Education
ArchitectureUniversity of Portsmouth
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Architecture Design
Architecture and Construction
Principles Of Sustainable Design
Architectural History and Theory
Communication and Professional Practice
Architectural Design and Urbanism
Architectural Technology
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3D Design (foundation DiplomaCity College Brighton and Hove
- Brighton, United Kingdom
Awards
Project used as focus study.University of Portsmouth
As part of our BA1 Construction and Materials course there was a group submission element where we needed to take one of our earlier sitooterie projects; develop it and produce a set of working drawings that could be used to build it.
A clear majority within the team saw my own sitooterie design chosen to use, largely for its environmental and material considerations, clear layout and concept as well as it's design merit, which I am still very proud of.