I am a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with professional experience in publishing and a strong command of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva. I specialize in branding, packaging, social media content, editorial design, and book covers, with some additional experience in simple motion graphics. Currently, I work at a book publishing company where I deliver high-quality visual solutions blending creativity with clarity. I enjoy collaborating closely with authors and marketing teams to produce designs that elevate both books and brand identities. I am passionate about applying my design expertise to impactful freelance or collaborative projects. Outside of work, I love reading books, paddleboarding, eating, and traveling, which continually inspire my creative approach.

Charlotte Smith

I am a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with professional experience in publishing and a strong command of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva. I specialize in branding, packaging, social media content, editorial design, and book covers, with some additional experience in simple motion graphics. Currently, I work at a book publishing company where I deliver high-quality visual solutions blending creativity with clarity. I enjoy collaborating closely with authors and marketing teams to produce designs that elevate both books and brand identities. I am passionate about applying my design expertise to impactful freelance or collaborative projects. Outside of work, I love reading books, paddleboarding, eating, and traveling, which continually inspire my creative approach.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with professional experience in publishing and a strong command of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva. I specialize in branding, packaging, social media content, editorial design, and book covers, with some additional experience in simple motion graphics.
Currently, I work at a book publishing company where I deliver high-quality visual solutions blending creativity with clarity. I enjoy collaborating closely with authors and marketing teams to produce designs that elevate both books and brand identities.
I am passionate about applying my design expertise to impactful freelance or collaborative projects. Outside of work, I love reading books, paddleboarding, eating, and traveling, which continually inspire my creative approach.

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Graphic Designer at Harriman House
December 31, 2025 - August 26, 2025
As a Graphic Designer at Harriman House Publishers, I specialized in book cover design, print-ready production, branding, advertising content, motion graphics, and social media assets. I collaborated closely with authors and marketing teams to deliver impactful designs that enhance both books and brand identity. My work has gained international visibility, being featured on Times Square billboards, major U.S. advertising events, and WHSmith Travel campaigns.
Inside Sales Coordinator at Ocean Network Express
December 31, 2024 - August 26, 2025
In this role, I ensured smooth operations and customer satisfaction through strong organizational skills and attention to detail. I built and maintained lasting client relationships, handled complex queries confidently, and resolved issues efficiently while upholding a high standard of service. This experience strengthened my ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment.
Waitress at The Bugle
December 31, 2021 - August 26, 2025
I thrived in a fast-paced environment delivering high-quality customer service. With a friendly and approachable personality, I created a welcoming atmosphere for guests. This role honed my ability to multitask, work efficiently under pressure, manage busy shifts, and enhanced my communication and teamwork skills.

Education

MA Digital Marketing at University of Portsmouth
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
BA Fashion & Textiles at University of Portsmouth
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020

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Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
    paper Explore My Creations: A Twine Portfolio
    I am a passionate and professional graphic designer based in Southampton, and I've created this portfolio to showcase my work and design expertise. I invite you to explore my projects and see how I can elevate your next project. I have extensive experience in a variety of design fields, including book cover design, branding, editorial layouts, motion graphics, and social media content. I've recently worked at Harriman House Publishers, where my designs for print-ready covers and advertising campaigns have been showcased internationally, including on Times Square billboards. I am proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite and take a detail-oriented, solution-driven approach to every project. This portfolio provides a look into my creative solutions and highlights my journey as a designer. Within it, you'll find: Book Covers: A collection of my book cover designs for Harriman House, a respected publisher of books on finance, economics, and investment. Social Media Content: Examples of engaging social media campaigns created to support new publications. Amazon A+ Banners: Assets designed specifically to provide readers with deeper visual insight into books and to showcase key reviews directly on Amazon product pages. Tilly Cosmetics: A project showcasing a brand identity with a fresh, natural, and clean aesthetic. Apex Apparel: A brand identity designed for a high-performance sportswear company, featuring a clean, geometric logo that combines the letters 'A' and 'X' into a flexible system. I'm eager to discuss how my skills can help bring your vision to life. pdf pitchdeck graphicdesigner