I am a highly motivated Graphic Designer with a passion for developing client solutions and collaborating with a creative team. I enjoy branding, packaging, photography and producing artwork for advertising purposes. I am skilled at managing time effectively and maintaining a strong work ethic, which has helped me work with design agencies, while also pursuing freelance work and launching my own clothing brand. I’m comfortable handling the pressures that agency life can bring, and I thrive in collaborative environments. In my recent roles, I’ve led branding and store-design initiatives for multiple brands and ensured a consistent identity across online, print and in-store materials. My experience ranges from national campaigns to local-store execution, leaflets and packaging, to staff-facing guides and promotional content. I’m now applying these capabilities at IKEA, where I continue to blend creativity with practical design to support both in-store and digital communications.

Matthew Hillary

I am a highly motivated Graphic Designer with a passion for developing client solutions and collaborating with a creative team. I enjoy branding, packaging, photography and producing artwork for advertising purposes. I am skilled at managing time effectively and maintaining a strong work ethic, which has helped me work with design agencies, while also pursuing freelance work and launching my own clothing brand. I’m comfortable handling the pressures that agency life can bring, and I thrive in collaborative environments. In my recent roles, I’ve led branding and store-design initiatives for multiple brands and ensured a consistent identity across online, print and in-store materials. My experience ranges from national campaigns to local-store execution, leaflets and packaging, to staff-facing guides and promotional content. I’m now applying these capabilities at IKEA, where I continue to blend creativity with practical design to support both in-store and digital communications.

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I am a highly motivated Graphic Designer with a passion for developing client solutions and collaborating with a creative team. I enjoy branding, packaging, photography and producing artwork for advertising purposes. I am skilled at managing time effectively and maintaining a strong work ethic, which has helped me work with design agencies, while also pursuing freelance work and launching my own clothing brand. I’m comfortable handling the pressures that agency life can bring, and I thrive in collaborative environments.

In my recent roles, I’ve led branding and store-design initiatives for multiple brands and ensured a consistent identity across online, print and in-store materials. My experience ranges from national campaigns to local-store execution, leaflets and packaging, to staff-facing guides and promotional content. I’m now applying these capabilities at IKEA, where I continue to blend creativity with practical design to support both in-store and digital communications.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Graphic Designer at Little Dessert Shop
August 24, 2020 - April 17, 2023
As the sole marketing Graphic Designer, I oversee all design projects and social media content from national campaigns to local pages, ensuring brand consistency across online, print, and in-store materials. I also design store windows, wall graphics, and custom furniture; and create back-of-house assets such as menu boards and looping promotional videos.
Senior Graphic Designer at Betsy’s Burgers
September 27, 2020 - April 17, 2023
Led brand identity, store design (interior & exterior), social media assets, and the main website. Ensured franchise consistency with brand guidelines across existing and pipeline stores; created packaging, marketing collateral, and promotional materials.
Graphic Designer at IKEA
April 18, 2023 - Present
Translated brand identity into in-store and digital visuals; collaborated with cross-functional teams to create informative materials and maintain consistency across platforms in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic Designer at Eurofit Autocentres
August 24, 2020 - April 17, 2023
Created social media content, garage artwork (window graphics, furniture graphics, wall art), leaflets, promotional posts, and staff assets; coordinated loop TV screens to promote offers.
Marketing Designer at Chasetyres Autocentres
January 24, 2020 - April 17, 2023
Produced social media content and marketing materials including leaflets, banners, signage, and exterior/interior artwork; created customer materials and in-centre communications.
Live Brief Designer at DRP Group Creative
October 9, 2019 - November 28, 2019
Live brief to launch brand and product for Tata/Nestle’s new tea; created Totally Tea brand and an advertising campaign; pitched ideas to head of design.
Work Experience Designer at Kensa Creative
August 5, 2019 - August 9, 2019
Branded and advertised a new vintage beer brand; received guidance from staff and applied learnings to briefs.
Live Brief Designer at Top Banana Creative
January 25, 2019 - March 8, 2019
Designed a SEAT annual media party logo, invitation, and campaign concept; pitched ideas to Top Banana staff.
Live Brief Designer at University of Wolverhampton
December 5, 2018 - December 12, 2018
Designed Graduation Hoodie as part of a university live brief.
Bar Team Leader at Wolverhampton Wanderers
August 24, 2016 - November 29, 2017
Led bar team, coordinated customer service and event support during match days.
Cashier/Floor Assistant at Home Bargains
July 30, 2018 - November 9, 2018
Customer service and cashier responsibilities during retail shifts.
Graphic Designer at Chasetyres Autocentres
January 24, 2020 - April 17, 2023
Produced social media content and marketing materials such as leaflets, remarketing banners, signage, and both interior and exterior artwork for the autocentre. Also prepared customer communications and promotional assets.
Live Brief Brand Designer at DRP Group Creative Communication Agency
October 9, 2019 - November 28, 2019
Launched a brand and product for Tata/Nestlé’s new tea, Totally Tea. Created the brand identity, campaign concepts, and advertisement materials; presented ideas to the head of design.
Graphic Design Work Experience at Kensa Creative
August 5, 2019 - August 9, 2019
Gained exposure to agency workflows, branding, and advertising. Assisted with branding, packaging, and promotional design for a vintage beer brand, receiving guidance from senior staff to develop professional design outcomes.

Education

BA (Hons) Visual Communication Graphic Design at University of Wolverhampton
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Graphic Design A Level at Heath Park High School Sixth Form
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Art & Design at Heath Park High School Sixth Form
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Media at Heath Park High School Sixth Form
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
GCSE English at Heath Park High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSE Maths at Heath Park High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSE Art at Heath Park High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSE Graphics at Heath Park High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
GCSE 3D Design at Heath Park High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
BA (Hons) Visual Communication Graphic Design (2.1) at University of Wolverhampton
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Graphic Design A-level at Heath Park High School Sixth Form
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
GCSE at Heath Park High School Sixth Form
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Quality & Presentation Guide (QPG)
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Other