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Hi, I'm Gavin McBride, a versatile graphic and visual designer passionate about creating customised design strategies and comprehensive brand identities that truly resonate. Alongside my design work, I co-host and produce a popular Destiny 2 podcast, where we break down strategies and engage with the gaming community, including hosting Q&A sessions with the game developers. With a background in health and safety and strong project coordination skills, I bring a detail-oriented and professional approach to everything I do. Whether designing detailed infographics or managing podcast production, I aim to exceed client expectations while fostering community engagement.…Hi, I'm Gavin McBride, a versatile graphic and visual designer passionate about creating customised design strategies and comprehensive brand identities that truly resonate. Alongside my design work, I co-host and produce a popular Destiny 2 podcast, where we break down strategies and engage with the gaming community, including hosting Q&A sessions with the game developers. With a background in health and safety and strong project coordination skills, I bring a detail-oriented and professional approach to everything I do. Whether designing detailed infographics or managing podcast production, I aim to exceed client expectations while fostering community engagement.

Gavin McBride

Graphic Designer, Podcast Producer, Designer, +1

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Hi, I'm Gavin McBride, a versatile graphic and visual designer passionate about creating customised design strategies and comprehensive brand identities that truly resonate. Alongside my design work, I co-host and produce a popular Destiny 2 podcast, where we break down strategies and engage with the gaming community, including hosting Q&A sessions with the game developers. With a background in health and safety and strong project coordination skills, I bring a detail-oriented and professional approach to everything I do. Whether designing detailed infographics or managing podcast production, I aim to exceed client expectations while fostering community engagement.…Hi, I'm Gavin McBride, a versatile graphic and visual designer passionate about creating customised design strategies and comprehensive brand identities that truly resonate. Alongside my design work, I co-host and produce a popular Destiny 2 podcast, where we break down strategies and engage with the gaming community, including hosting Q&A sessions with the game developers. With a background in health and safety and strong project coordination skills, I bring a detail-oriented and professional approach to everything I do. Whether designing detailed infographics or managing podcast production, I aim to exceed client expectations while fostering community engagement.

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Hi, I’m Gavin McBride, a versatile graphic and visual designer passionate about creating customised design strategies and comprehensive brand identities that truly resonate. Alongside my design work, I co-host and produce a popular Destiny 2 podcast, where we break down strategies and engage with the gaming community, including hosting Q&A sessions with the game developers.

With a background in health and safety and strong project coordination skills, I bring a detail-oriented and professional approach to everything I do. Whether designing detailed infographics or managing podcast production, I aim to exceed client expectations while fostering community engagement.

Skills

Technical Illustration

Experience Level

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Technical Illustration

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic & Visual Designer at Self-employed

May 1, 2022 - June 18, 2024

Primarily providing visual and graphic design services within the Destiny 2 gaming community. Worked with content creators to consult and offer bespoke, high-quality infographics breaking down game topics to enhance player experience and knowledge. Responsibilities included analysing client needs, managing deadlines and multiple projects, and developing comprehensive brand identities including logos, iconography, typography, and colour palettes.

Podcast Host & Producer at Self-employed

January 1, 2022 - June 18, 2024

Co-host and producer of the Destiny 2 podcast 'Versus Enemies' focused on PvE gameplay. Produced weekly/fortnightly episodes offering tips, technical breakdowns, and character builds. Built and maintained a growing audience with nearly 500,000 downloads and active Discord community. Facilitated multiple Q&A sessions and interviews with Bungie developers.

Witness, Trainee Sheriff Officer, and Admin Assistant at Alex M Adamson (AMA) LLP

August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

Carried out legal documentation service roles requiring professionalism and accuracy including serving citations and other court orders across Scotland and beyond. Executed address tracing and document administration tasks, ensuring compliance with Scots Law. Worked flexible hours including overtime to meet client needs.

Fire, Health and Safety Officer at Marks & Spencer plc

September 1, 2014 - July 1, 2017

Coordinated fire, health, and safety management for two retail stores. Inducted new staff and refreshed training regularly. Conducted safety audits, extinguisher inspections, accident investigations, and implemented corrective measures to reduce workplace risks. Monitored PPE usage and ensured compliance with safety protocols. Played an integral role in the grand opening of the Falkirk Retail Park store, ensuring compliance and coordination.

Customer and Operations Assistant at Marks & Spencer plc

November 1, 2010 - July 1, 2017

Handled customer service including stock refilling and cashier duties in busy retail environments. Managed delivery offloading, stock segregation, cash handling, opening and closing store operations including alarm management.