I'm an experienced creative. Been there, done it, got the t-shirt, the brochure, the website, the social creative, all of the campaigns and the branding too. But creativity is the glue that holds it all together; yes, I can scribble, design, artwork and plan print, digital, social media, exhibitions, outdoor media and all the rest, but without the idea, that’s all worthless. I’ve branded start-ups and re-branded established companies, from small projects like a corporate ID/logo to the website, the campaigns, the packaging, the socials and all of the printed collateral, locally, nationally and internationally. After finishing my Degree my first role was with the Design Clinic in Islington, after a few years and a lot experiences I headed home and co-founded Ripe Design in Leeds, 10 years later I headed out alone and have been GWD&P ever since. Throughout that time clients have ranged from international and national brands such as Next, Unilever, Kerzner International and Berkeley Homes.

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I'm an experienced creative. Been there, done it, got the t-shirt, the brochure, the website, the social creative, all of the campaigns and the branding too. But creativity is the glue that holds it all together; yes, I can scribble, design, artwork and plan print, digital, social media, exhibitions, outdoor media and all the rest, but without the idea, that’s all worthless. I’ve branded start-ups and re-branded established companies, from small projects like a corporate ID/logo to the website, the campaigns, the packaging, the socials and all of the printed collateral, locally, nationally and internationally. After finishing my Degree my first role was with the Design Clinic in Islington, after a few years and a lot experiences I headed home and co-founded Ripe Design in Leeds, 10 years later I headed out alone and have been GWD&P ever since. Throughout that time clients have ranged from international and national brands such as Next, Unilever, Kerzner International and Berkeley Homes.

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I’m an experienced creative. Been there, done it, got the t-shirt, the brochure, the website, the social creative, all of the campaigns and the branding too. But creativity is the glue that holds it all together; yes, I can scribble, design, artwork and plan print, digital, social media, exhibitions, outdoor media and all the rest, but without the idea, that’s all worthless.

I’ve branded start-ups and re-branded established companies, from small projects like a corporate ID/logo to the website, the campaigns, the packaging, the socials and all of the printed collateral, locally, nationally and internationally. After finishing my Degree my first role was with the Design Clinic in Islington, after a few years and a lot experiences I headed home and co-founded Ripe Design in Leeds, 10 years later I headed out alone and have been GWD&P ever since. Throughout that time clients have ranged from international and national brands such as Next, Unilever, Kerzner International and Berkeley Homes.

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English
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Work Experience

Director at GWD&P Ltd
January 1, 2008 - Present
I’ve worked with some great agencies, and as a one-man design agency with my own direct clients for over 15 years. I’ve helped Next and Unilever with their internal comms, various start-ups, and have regular working relationships with a number of businesses across the north of England. I’ve helped Learning & Development coaches, Local Councils, Tech companies, NHS consultants and Shared Ownership property developers, all of whom have received the same level of creativity and professionalism, all with an honest and friendly approach.
Co-founder & Director at Ripe Design, Leeds
January 1, 2008 - October 13, 2025
Upon returning North I co-founded Ripe Design, starting in Knaresborough, we soon relocated to Leeds where we stayed until after my leaving. During those 10 years we worked with some of the countries biggest property developers including Crosby Homes (the Lend Lease), Urban Splash and Berkeley Homes, bringing to life the branding for No.1 Deansgate in Manchester amongst other developments. We won various property marketing awards from the likes of The Telegraph, The Times and Property Week awards. We also worked with Adidas, Fisher Price, Honda and Kerzner International on London Marathon Exhibition stands, International toy expo exhibitions and location branding in Morocco and the Middle East, and many spacial, branding and location creative.
Designer at The Design Clinic, Islington
January 1, 1998 - October 13, 2025
My first role after finishing my Degree. Throughout my time there I worked on their key accounts of Virgin Megastores (I even came up with the old Beyond Entertainment line) and Sky Sports TV. Starting off with press advertising, I worked on in-store material, window displays and TV/Radio ads. Alongside this I was involved in band and record label branding, winning a Music Week award along the way.
Founder / Director at GWD&P Ltd
January 1, 2008 - November 17, 2025
Branding across all media with a focus on creative direction as a one-man design agency; client work with Next and Unilever; branding campaigns, internal comms; working with startups and established brands across the north of England.
Co-founder & Director at Ripe Design
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Co-founded Leeds-based design agency; branding for property developers including Crosby Homes (the Lend Lease), Urban Splash, Berkeley Homes; branding for No.1 Deansgate in Manchester; awards from The Telegraph, The Times and Property Week; collaborations with Adidas, Fisher Price, Honda and Kersner International on London Marathon exhibitions and international branding/location projects.
Designer at The Design Clinic
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Worked on Virgin Megastores branding, Sky Sports TV; press advertising; in-store material; window displays; TV/Radio ads; band and record label branding; won a Music Week award.

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Music Week Award
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Retail, Healthcare, Government, Software & Internet, Other, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality
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