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I am a multidisciplinary digital marketing and design professional based in Leeds, with over 30 years of experience in SEO, web design and graphic design. I help businesses boost online visibility, build strong brands and deliver creative campaigns across digital, print and social channels.
Starting in print and retouching, I moved into digital marketing in the 1990s and have since led teams in Leeds-based agencies and owned studios. I enjoy turning complex briefs into clear, measurable results with practical design and marketing strategies.
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Work Experience
Managing Director, SEO and Web Design at Deepblue Digital, Leeds
January 1, 1999 - PresentFounder and Managing Director of Deepblue Digital since 1999. Responsible for overseeing company operations including technical SEO leadership, website design, and managing SEO clients and budgets.
Managing Director, Graphic Design at DTH Advertising, Leeds
December 31, 2015 - August 19, 2025Managed marketing production and graphic design, heading marketing production and graphic design teams. Also responsible for marketing and design management for Sony UK stores.
Technical Designer at Digital Marketing Advertising Principles, Leeds
December 31, 1999 - August 19, 2025Studio manager in charge of production and design. Senior technical artwork and designer responsibilities.
Digital Artist and Retoucher at Black Sheep Photography
December 31, 1995 - August 19, 2025Employed to retouch photography, clean up shots, and add elements for catalogue shoots using high-resolution digital camera technology.
Graphic Designer, Digital Retoucher at Gratterpalm
December 31, 1993 - August 19, 2025Graphic design on the ASDA brand creating in-store sales material.
Apple Mac Artist at Fine Company
December 31, 1992 - August 19, 2025First Apple Mac artist in-house creating press advertisements.
Apple Mac Artist and Designer at Yorkshire Evening Post
December 31, 1990 - August 19, 2025First Apple Mac artist employed at Yorkshire Post Newspapers.
Head of Technical SEO at Restudios, Leeds
January 1, 2024 - PresentSEO and Digital Marketing; Client Acquisition; Email Marketing
Managing Director, SEO and Web Design at Deep Blue Digital
January 1, 1999 - PresentManaging Director, Graphic Design at DTH Advertising
January 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025Studio Manager, Production & Design at Black Sheep Photography
January 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025Studio manager in charge of production and design
Head of Technical SEO at Experienced Art Studios
January 1, 2024 - PresentLead SEO strategy, digital marketing, client acquisition and email marketing.
Managing Director, SEO and Web Design at Deep Blue Digital, Leeds
January 1, 1999 - PresentManaging director; SEO clients and budgets; web design; digital marketing.
Managing Director, Graphic Design at DTH Advertising, Leeds
January 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025Head of marketing production and graphic design; managed Sony UK Stores' marketing and design; digital marketing advertising principles.
Technical Designer at Digital Marketing Advertising Principles, Leeds
January 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025Technical designer for digital marketing and advertising principles.
Studio Manager at Black Sheep Photography
January 1, 1995 - September 25, 2025Studio Manager in charge of production and design.
Graphic Designer, Digital Retoucher at Gratterpalm
January 1, 1993 - September 25, 2025Apple Mac graphic designer and retoucher.
Graphic Designer at Fine Company
January 1, 1992 - September 25, 2025Graphic design on ASDA brand; in-store sales material; Apple Mac artist.
Apple Mac Artist and Designer at Yorkshire Evening Post
January 1, 1990 - September 25, 2025First Apple Mac Artist in-house creating press advertising elements.
Head of Technical SEO at ARE Studios Leeds
January 1, 2024 - PresentLed technical SEO strategy and digital marketing; responsible for client acquisition and email marketing.
Managing Director at Deep Blue Digital
January 1, 1999 - PresentDirected SEO and web design business; managed SEO clients and budgets; oversaw digital marketing operations.
Managing Director, Graphic Design at DT Advertising
December 31, 2015 - September 25, 2025Head of marketing production and graphic design; managed Sony UK Stores' marketing and design as a key client.
Digital Artist & Retoucher at Black Sheep Photography
December 31, 1995 - September 25, 2025Retouching and digital artistry for catalog shoots; cleaned up shots and added elements.
Graphic Designer & Digital Retoucher at Gratterpalm
December 31, 1993 - September 25, 2025Apple Mac graphic designer and retoucher for in-store materials.
Apple Mac Artist at Fine Company
December 31, 1992 - September 25, 2025Designing in-store materials for the Apple brand; in-store advertising visuals.
Apple Mac Artist & Designer at Yorkshire Evening Post
December 31, 1990 - September 25, 2025First Apple Mac artist at the Yorkshire Evening Post; creating pre-press adverts.
Head of Technical SEO at Restudios, Leeds
January 1, 2024 - PresentHead of Technical SEO, Digital Marketing; client acquisition; email marketing; SEO strategy and web design.
Managing Director, SEO and Web Design at Deep blue Digital, Leeds
January 1, 1999 - PresentManaging Director focusing on SEO and web design; overseeing SEO strategy, client relationships, and digital marketing.
Managing Director, Graphic Design at DTH Advertising, Leeds
January 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025Head of Marketing Production and Graphic Design; oversaw design output and marketing campaigns.
Studio Manager, Production and Design at Sony UK Stores
September 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025Studio manager in charge of production and design; senior technical artwork and design duties.
Digital Artist and Retoucher at Black Sheep Photography
January 1, 1995 - September 25, 2025Digital retouching and catalog photography; clean up shots and add elements for catalog shoots.
Graphic Designer, Digital Retoucher at GratterPalm
January 1, 1993 - September 25, 2025Graphic design and digital retouching (early career).
Apple Mac Artist & Designer at Yorkshire Evening Post
January 1, 1990 - September 25, 2025First Apple Mac Artist in-house creating press advertisements; retouching and design.
Apple Mac Artist at Fine Company
January 1, 1992 - September 25, 2025First Apple Mac Artist in-house creating press adverts.
Education
HND Diploma Design Communications at Ipswich College
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989National Diploma Design Communications at Bradford College of Art & Design
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 19875 O Level and 3 CSE Certificates at Bingley Grammar School
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 1987HND Diploma Design Communications at Ipswich College, Ipswich
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989National Diploma Design Communications at Bradford College of Art & Design
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 1987HND Diploma in Design Communications at Ipswich College
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989National Diploma in Design Communications at Bradford College of Art & Design
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 1987HND Diploma Design at Ipswich College
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989National Diploma Design at Bradford College of Art & Design
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 1987HND Diploma Design Communications at Ipswich College, Ipswich
September 1, 1987 - September 1, 1989National Diploma Design Communications at Bradford College of Art & Design
September 1, 1986 - September 1, 1987Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Education
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