About Me.
Creative and detail-oriented Lead Digital Designer with a passion for UX. Over 7 years of experience in creating intuitive and engaging user experiences for web and mobile platforms. Adept at blending aesthetics with seamless UX to deliver visually stunning and user-friendly products. Proficient in a wide range of design tools and methodologies, with a strong ability to lead projects from concept to completion.
Work Experience
December 2021 - Present
Lead Digital Designer
ValueLights Ltd
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Designed a new product listing page aimed at increasing the conversion rate of users checking out. After conducting thorough research into page analytics, I ensured the designs included strategic placements for personalised messages, such as "Spend an extra £X to get free delivery." These enhancements are intended to guide customers through the purchasing process more effectively and boost overall sales. See the project here.
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Mentor & support Graduate Designer to foster knowledge transfer and professional development, creating a supportive environment for skill enhancement and growth.
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Developed designs and visuals for five major seasonal launches per year, with creative signage/banners, website graphics, POS, brand story-telling, eCommerce and social assets. Oversaw the design development and artwork to deliver cohesive, commercial and inspiring launches.
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Develop and attend seasonal product photoshoots for use by Creative, eCommerce, Marketing and PR. Along with contributing to art direction, delivering a successful shoot, from logistics and set-up to pack down and distribution of assets.
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Working close with NPD teams, develop on-brand, modern, desirable, home and garden packaging designs which adhere to our sustainable principles and meet the commercial criteria.
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Developed designs for customer emails and websites.
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Worked closely with our sister brand, Minisun Trade (B2B), oversee photography planning, development, artwork and email marketing strategy.
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Support the internal teams with photography and design requirement for multi-channel usage like ebay or Amazon A+ listings
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Led a comprehensive re-brand initiative encompassing tone of voice, colour schemes, banner designs, and typography (April 2023). See the project here
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Created comprehensive photography guidelines from the ground up, encompassing rules for product listing imagery, marketing assets, video content, and social media assets; categorised into educational and inspirational content. See the copy here.
July 2017 - December 2021
Digital Designer
LSE Retail Group
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Generating innovative concepts aligned with client requirements.
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Crafting preliminary designs and presenting them to stakeholders for feedback.
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Collaborating with fellow creatives to maintain consistency in branding & vision.
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Maintaining ongoing communication with stakeholders to update on project status and incorporate feedback.
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Ensuring projects adhere to scope, schedule, & budget constraints.
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Staying informed about design trends & software advancements.
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Coordinating with external partners like printers to ensure project success.
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Presenting finalised designs, including font, image, colour, and layout specifications, for stakeholders approval.
Education
Manchester Metropolitan University
2014 - 2017 BaHons Interior Design