Hi, I’m Katie Poole, an illustrator based in Stoke-on-Trent. I completed a BA Hons in Illustration at Falmouth University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and have built a freelance art practice, exploring character-driven illustrations, book illustration, and collaborative projects. My work has included international exposure through cultural exchange trips to Bologna and Bolesławiec, Poland, which enriched my practice and strengthened my teamwork and independent working skills. Right now I’m growing my freelance business while volunteering at the Mind charity shop in Longton (since Oct 2025) and actively seeking part-time or full-time roles to rejoin a team. I value open communication, reliable time management, and a supportive workplace culture, and I’m excited to bring my creative perspective and collaborative spirit to a new role.

Katie Poole

Hi, I’m Katie Poole, an illustrator based in Stoke-on-Trent. I completed a BA Hons in Illustration at Falmouth University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and have built a freelance art practice, exploring character-driven illustrations, book illustration, and collaborative projects. My work has included international exposure through cultural exchange trips to Bologna and Bolesławiec, Poland, which enriched my practice and strengthened my teamwork and independent working skills. Right now I’m growing my freelance business while volunteering at the Mind charity shop in Longton (since Oct 2025) and actively seeking part-time or full-time roles to rejoin a team. I value open communication, reliable time management, and a supportive workplace culture, and I’m excited to bring my creative perspective and collaborative spirit to a new role.

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Hi, I’m Katie Poole, an illustrator based in Stoke-on-Trent. I completed a BA Hons in Illustration at Falmouth University_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and have built a freelance art practice, exploring character-driven illustrations, book illustration, and collaborative projects. My work has included international exposure through cultural exchange trips to Bologna and Bolesławiec, Poland, which enriched my practice and strengthened my teamwork and independent working skills.

Right now I’m growing my freelance business while volunteering at the Mind charity shop in Longton (since Oct 2025) and actively seeking part-time or full-time roles to rejoin a team. I value open communication, reliable time management, and a supportive workplace culture, and I’m excited to bring my creative perspective and collaborative spirit to a new role.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Volunteer at Mind Charity Shop, Longton
October 1, 2025 - Present
Volunteering on the shop floor; developed time management, shop floor operations, and customer service and communication skills. Began in October 2025.

Education

BA Hons in Illustration at Falmouth University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
A-Levels (English Literature, Psychology, Art; Extended Research Project) at Painsley Catholic College
September 5, 2020 - July 5, 2020
GCSEs at Painsley Catholic College
September 5, 2015 - July 5, 2020

Qualifications

Siemens Virtual Work Experience Certificate
May 12, 2020 - May 19, 2026
Vodafone Virtual Work Experience Certificate
May 7, 2020 - May 12, 2020

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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