I am an excellent, reliable communicator with a keen eye for quality and high standards. I am comfortable working unsupervised and thrive in pressurised environments. I have a persistent, determined approach to getting the most out of every project and enjoy seeing work through to completion. I love learning new skills, especially craft and computer skills, and I learn quickly.…

Julia Fryer

I am an excellent, reliable communicator with a keen eye for quality and high standards. I am comfortable working unsupervised and thrive in pressurised environments. I have a persistent, determined approach to getting the most out of every project and enjoy seeing work through to completion. I love learning new skills, especially craft and computer skills, and I learn quickly.…

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I am an excellent, reliable communicator with a keen eye for quality and high standards. I am comfortable working unsupervised and thrive in pressurised environments.

I have a persistent, determined approach to getting the most out of every project and enjoy seeing work through to completion. I love learning new skills, especially craft and computer skills, and I learn quickly.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Book Cover Designer / Illustrator at Ross Kitchen (Self-employed)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Book cover design and illustration for local author Ross Kitchen, focusing on medieval fantasy and a major project based on the Battle of Ellendune.
Graphic Designer / Poster Designer at Swindon Gilbert and Sullivan Society
January 1, 2019 - Present
Design and layout of programs, banners and posters; artwork and graphic design for banners, posters and programs for theatre group.
Set Painter / Scenic Artist at Yeoman of the Guard – Theatre Production
March 31, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Painted scenery for production of Yeoman of the Guard; created backdrops and scenic elements.
Portrait Painter at Ruddigore – Theatre Production
March 31, 2016 - October 20, 2025
Life-size portraits for stage production; created four portraits from actor photos and costumes in old-master style.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator at People per Hour
January 1, 2011 - Present
Freelance design work including book covers and logos for various clients.
Book Cover Designer at Star Books UK
December 31, 2011 - October 20, 2025
Book cover for Shakespeare play (Star Books UK).

Education

Photoshop Evening Course at New College
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Illustration, BA: 2:2 at Swansea Institute of Higher Education
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006
Art QNVQ: BC at Swindon College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other
    uniE621 Walking with her parents- From the bored Princess
    This was from a children's book by a local author. The Princess I based off a genuine princess (one of George the thirds youngest) while the parents came from a couple of historical fashion prints. I chose her because she combined the pretty dress and slightly over the top style you would expect from a princess with something that could actually be played in…
    uniE621 Tree Cover for local Writer's Group
    This was a design for a book cover and logo for Liden Writer's Group's book of poetry. They were keen to have not only the group's initials included, but the initials of all the writer's as well. I think the tree format helped with this logo illustrator…
    uniE621 Maelys Book Cover
    This cover for a fantasy story was an interesting one to work on, with plenty of little details to get my teeth into. I first drew it by hand, and then when the client approved, scanned it into the computer and finished it off in Corel Painter. I am happy with how this turned out, especally the depressing sky and her alert pose illustrator…
    uniE621 Our Turn Next Cyril - Spy Balloon Cartoon
    cartoon graphicdesigner Around the time that America was worrying about Spy Balloons (were they from China or outer space?) I had a little mental image of the balloons being lined up to be shot.…
    uniE621 Going to the Shows - Poster for Music Group
    graphicdesigner illustrator designer JTP Trust, a local group focused on encouraging children and teenagers to sing, was planning a concert when Janice Thompson, the brains behind it, got in touch with me. She was having trouble getting hold of a good design for their poster and program cover, and explained that the concert would feature songs from various musicals. I decided to meld together as many musical characters as I could think of, and place them in the car from Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang. The only one she insisted on was Calamity Jane, who works better then the Nun I'd originally had driving the car, and added a nice bit of colour. It came out nicely, and added a bit to a very nice concert. Done in colour fineline pens and Corel Painter.…