I'm Justin Maelzer, a highly creative Graphic and UI/UX Designer with 13+ years of in-house experience across the law, architecture, and engineering sectors. I enjoy original thinking, visual flair, and a collaborative team approach. Recently I started lecturing on design at Bath Spa University, bringing industry expertise and a passion for teaching. I am seeking a role where I can apply my design skills and mentoring to drive creative impact and business growth.…

Justin Maelzer

I'm Justin Maelzer, a highly creative Graphic and UI/UX Designer with 13+ years of in-house experience across the law, architecture, and engineering sectors. I enjoy original thinking, visual flair, and a collaborative team approach. Recently I started lecturing on design at Bath Spa University, bringing industry expertise and a passion for teaching. I am seeking a role where I can apply my design skills and mentoring to drive creative impact and business growth.…

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I’m Justin Maelzer, a highly creative Graphic and UI/UX Designer with 13+ years of in-house experience across the law, architecture, and engineering sectors. I enjoy original thinking, visual flair, and a collaborative team approach.

Recently I started lecturing on design at Bath Spa University, bringing industry expertise and a passion for teaching. I am seeking a role where I can apply my design skills and mentoring to drive creative impact and business growth.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Associate Lecturer – Digital Creativity at Bath Spa University
September 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and delivered a 12-week bootcamp in digital creativity, focusing on graphic design and Adobe Creative Cloud. Delivered structured learning in Adobe Express, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects. Led 1-to-1 sessions for personalized learning and skill development. Provided ongoing technical support to previous students.
Digital Designer – Humanities Department at Bath Spa University
September 1, 2023 - Present
Developed two WordPress websites for the department and a public-facing annual festival, with emphasis on flexibility, client usability and accessibility. Led complete brand development for the department, including identity, visual direction, and a stakeholder name ideation session. Created design assets for festivals and events, including printed collateral, onscreen displays, and online content.
Adobe Creative Advocate at Bath Spa University
January 1, 2023 - Present
Sponsored by Adobe to enhance the University’s engagement with Creative Cloud. Provided technical support and project guidance across departments for staff using Creative Cloud applications. Offered consultation to improve workflows and encourage wider adoption of Adobe tools across the university.
Graphic Designer at Bevan Brittan
December 1, 2018 - July 1, 2022
Sole designer in a 500+ employee firm, responsible for all creative design and company presentation. Art direction and design of branded materials, including brochures, flyers, submissions, and presentation materials, adverts, exhibition collateral, and social media graphics. Managed and maintained the company brand across all media to ensure consistency and high-quality presentation. Developed document templates, asset libraries, and InDesign scripts to streamline workflows and improve efficiency. Shared knowledge through seminars and informal support sessions to upskill colleagues on key design tools. Procured and liaised with external printers to ensure quality standards were met.
Graphic Designer and Presentation Manager at Nash Partnership
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2018
Sole designer in a 50-person architectural practice. Art direction and design of promotional materials, including annual magazine, brochures, advertisements, exhibition materials, and promotional items. Developed and maintained the company brand across all media to ensure consistency and align with business objectives. Photography of projects and staff, creating compelling visual content for marketing and internal communications. Shared knowledge of key design skills through seminars and informal support for staff development.
Graphic Designer at Buro Happold
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2013
Graphic Designer within a team supporting an office of over 400. Designed diagrams and illustrations for use in reports and presentations, ensuring clear communication of complex information. Art direction and design of promotional items, including posters, invitations, and online graphics to enhance brand visibility. Devised and ran training sessions for co-workers to enhance their design skills and knowledge of software tools. Provided technical and software support to the entire office, ensuring smooth operation and troubleshooting of design-related tools.
Publishing Assistant at Financial Times Business
September 1, 1999 - December 1, 1999
Administrative Assistant at London School of Economics
April 1, 1997 - May 1, 1999

Education

BSc (Hons) Marine and Freshwater Biology at Queen Mary and Westfield College, University of London
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995
A-Levels at Sheldon School, Chippenham, Wiltshire
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1992
GCSEs at Sheldon School, Chippenham, Wiltshire
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026

Qualifications

Adobe Creative Cloud Advocate
January 1, 2023 - January 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Real Estate & Construction

Skills

Experience Level