Jim Hollingshead

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I am a freelance creative with extensive experience in print and online media, specializing in branding, packaging, and large publications ranging from 100 to 500 pages.

About

I am a freelance creative with extensive experience in print and online media, specializing in branding, packaging, and large publications ranging from 100 to 500 pages. I enjoy working directly with clients across education, corporate, and public service sectors and pride myself on my self-motivation, attention to detail, and ability to work both remotely and as part of a team. Throughout my career, I’ve developed strong management and communication skills and keep up with current print technologies and trends.

Previously, I held senior designer and studio manager roles, managing teams and handling client development, print and digital projects including websites, email campaigns, and advertising. I have also worked on major events such as the XVII Commonwealth Games and have a background in magazine and directory publishing. Outside of work, I am passionate about football, cycling, hiking, and volunteering as a Scout Leader.

Industry experience

  • Computers & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Consumer Goods
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Government
  • Retail
  • Professional Services
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Wholesale & Distribution

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Projects · 6

Atticus Alliance

Branding, Logo Design, and Brochure Development for an Educational Institution This project involved the creation of a comprehensive branding package, including a distinctive logo and an informative brochure, for a teaching college. The scope also encompassed the development of creative and graphic concepts tailored to the institution’s educational focus. A notable challenge in this project was the limited availability of relevant stock photography, which made it difficult to produce a brochure that effectively conveyed the institution’s mission and values. Despite this, innovative design solutions were employed to ensure the final product was both visually compelling and aligned with the college's objectives.

  • Artworker
  • Concept Visualizer
  • Creative Director
  • +1
Plumbing catalogue

Design and Artwork for Plumbing Product Catalog - This project involved the design and artwork of a comprehensive 300+ page catalog featuring plumbing products. The scope included product photography, image retouching, and the development of design concepts focused on enhancing the overall aesthetic and user experience.

  • Artworker
  • Creative Producer
  • Graphic Designer
CATAX - Branding

Logo Design, Brochure, Exhibition, Interior Design

  • Artworker
  • Brand Designer
  • Creative Director
  • +1
Manchester City Football Club exhibition

Design of a Permanent Interactive Exhibition for a Football Club This project involved conceptualising and designing a permanent interactive exhibition for a football club. The process included the integration of original materials, along with the scanning and digital enhancement of documents and photographs, to create an engaging and informative visitor experience.

  • Artworker
  • Creative Director
  • Graphic Designer
Pitch Deck

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  • Artworker
  • Graphic Designer
  • Illustrator
  • +3
Packaging Design

Branding and packaging design services for a multinational company, encompassing a diverse range of plumbing products. The design was crafted to appeal to both consumer and trade markets, ensuring broad market appeal and functionality. The brief included designing cutting forms and following templates along with some product photography and retouching. branding graphicdesigner designer packaging photo retouching

  • Artworker
  • Creative Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • +1

Work experience· 7 roles

Senior Designer/Studio Manager · Stealth CommunicationsDec 2016 – Jul 2025 · 8 yrs 8 mos

Varied role including design from concept to completion, client development, and new business generation. Managed a team of three designers and one copywriter, directed designers and subcontracted photographers, sourced stock imagery, specified print, interpreted briefs, formulated budgets, and produced artwork for print and publication in national or local press. Also completed digital media projects such as websites, email campaigns, and online advertising. Clients included medium-sized businesses and multi-nationals like Manchester City Football Club, Dawsons Music, World Academy of Sport, Manchester City Council, London 2012, and the Chartered Institute of Patient Attorneys.

Freelance Creative · 1357 Creative / FreelanceJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Work directly with clients in print and online media including websites and video. Client focus includes education, corporate, and public services projects spanning branding, packaging, POS, brochures, posters, leaflets, signage, and PowerPoint presentations. Specializes in producing large publications of 100-500 pages, leveraging skills from magazine and directory publishing. Manages projects following style sheets and brand guidelines, maintaining awareness of current print technologies and trends while learning new skills and applications.

Senior Designer/Studio Manager · The XVII Commonwealth Games, ManchesterDec 2002 – Jul 2025 · 22 yrs 8 mos

Worked within the Communications and PR Department of M2002 to develop and implement the corporate identity across literature for 17 sports and 14 venues of the Commonwealth Games. Responsible for design projects including tickets, advertising/promotions, manuals, guides, banners, hoardings, exhibitions, and livery.

Freelance Creative · Newsco-Insider LimitedDec 2001 – Jul 2025 · 23 yrs 8 mos
Designer · Verso Information Design LimitedDec 1999 – Jul 2025 · 25 yrs 8 mos
Designer · PROD. Visual CommunicationAug 1994 – Jul 2025 · 31 yrs
Junior Designer · Signal CommunicationsNov 1993 – Jul 2025 · 31 yrs 9 mos

Education

Graphic Design BA (Hons) · Salford University1989 – 1993
HND Graphic Design · University College Salford1994

Certifications and awards

Graphic Design BA (Hons)1989 – 1993
Foundation Art and Design1994
D&AD1994

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