I am a design professional with a First Class BA (Hons) in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) from Birmingham City University. Over more than a decade, I have delivered branding, editorial, web, ecommerce, print and digital design across agencies and in-house teams, while leading and mentoring design and marketing colleagues. I thrive on client collaboration, cross-disciplinary teamwork, and staying ahead of trends. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, XD, Illustrator) and armed with strong project management and copywriting skills, I enjoy turning ideas into impactful visuals that meet business goals.

Emily Trubshaw

I am a design professional with a First Class BA (Hons) in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) from Birmingham City University. Over more than a decade, I have delivered branding, editorial, web, ecommerce, print and digital design across agencies and in-house teams, while leading and mentoring design and marketing colleagues. I thrive on client collaboration, cross-disciplinary teamwork, and staying ahead of trends. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, XD, Illustrator) and armed with strong project management and copywriting skills, I enjoy turning ideas into impactful visuals that meet business goals.

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I am a design professional with a First Class BA (Hons) in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) from Birmingham City University. Over more than a decade, I have delivered branding, editorial, web, ecommerce, print and digital design across agencies and in-house teams, while leading and mentoring design and marketing colleagues.

I thrive on client collaboration, cross-disciplinary teamwork, and staying ahead of trends. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, XD, Illustrator) and armed with strong project management and copywriting skills, I enjoy turning ideas into impactful visuals that meet business goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Part-time) at Brand Monkey Agency
January 1, 2024 - Present
Remote part-time graphic designer delivering branding, editorial, web and digital design. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to produce high-quality creative work and support marketing initiatives.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Brand Monkey Agency
January 1, 2022 - Present
Independent designer providing branding, editorial and digital design services with a focus on delivering impactful visuals and meeting client objectives.
Design Studio Manager at DeMontfort Fine Art
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Led the design studio, overseeing branding, editorial design, print and digital output; managed project workflows and mentored design staff.
Senior Graphic Designer at DeMontfort Fine Art
March 1, 2016 - July 31, 2020
Produced and guided design for branding, publications and marketing materials; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative work.
Graphic Designer at Blue Chilli Design & Print
June 1, 2014 - February 1, 2016
Created print and digital design assets, assisted with branding and client liaison to ensure deliverables met brief and deadlines.
Intern at Smile (Birmingham based creative agency)
February 1, 2014 - April 1, 2014
Gained experience in graphic design workflows, supported project execution and learned agency processes.
Intern at One Black Bear (Birmingham based digital agency)
June 1, 2013 - Present
Assisted design and digital projects, contributing to concept development and asset creation.

Education

BA (Hons) Visual Communication (Graphic Design) at Birmingham City University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

A Levels
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Retail