Qualified Graphic Designer, specialising in Design for Print. 30 years of professional practice. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working on a diverse range of projects, including; branding, packaging, product development and surface pattern. I have worked as an in-house designer at The Body Shop Int for 12 years, been a partner in a design agency working with high street brands and now as a freelance designer with a growing client list. My skills include; generating concept ideas, working with the client on the development stage through to final print ready artwork. I pride myself in taking the time to learn about the client, the requirements of their brief and arriving at solutions tailored to their needs. I am experienced in the use of Adobe; Illustrator, Photoshop and In-Design. As an alternative, I also use the Affinity design programs.

Beata Thackeray

Qualified Graphic Designer, specialising in Design for Print. 30 years of professional practice. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working on a diverse range of projects, including; branding, packaging, product development and surface pattern. I have worked as an in-house designer at The Body Shop Int for 12 years, been a partner in a design agency working with high street brands and now as a freelance designer with a growing client list. My skills include; generating concept ideas, working with the client on the development stage through to final print ready artwork. I pride myself in taking the time to learn about the client, the requirements of their brief and arriving at solutions tailored to their needs. I am experienced in the use of Adobe; Illustrator, Photoshop and In-Design. As an alternative, I also use the Affinity design programs.

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Qualified Graphic Designer, specialising in Design for Print. 30 years of professional practice.
Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working on a diverse range of projects, including; branding, packaging, product development and surface pattern.
I have worked as an in-house designer at The Body Shop Int for 12 years, been a partner in a design agency working with high street brands and now as a freelance designer with a growing client list.

My skills include; generating concept ideas, working with the client on the development stage through to final print ready artwork.
I pride myself in taking the time to learn about the client, the requirements of their brief and arriving at solutions tailored to their needs.
I am experienced in the use of Adobe; Illustrator, Photoshop and In-Design. As an alternative, I also use the Affinity design programs.

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Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Keep This Design
September 1, 2014 - Present
Working with clients on branding, promotional material and packaging. Specialising in design for print.
Senior Designer at The Body Shop Int Plc
February 1, 1989 - September 1, 2000
Responsible for accessories and seasonal gift ranges, including design and packaging. Working with the in-house buying team.

Education

MA(RCA) at Royal College of Art
September 1, 1986 - June 1, 1988
Masters Degree in Graphic Design
BA Hons - Graphic Design at Norwich School of Art
September 1, 1983 - June 1, 1986
Art Foundation at Harrow School of Art
September 1, 1982 - June 1, 1983

Qualifications

Masters in Graphic Design MA (RCA)
September 1, 1986 - June 1, 1988

Industry Experience

Retail, Other

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