I'm a creative and versatile designer with over 10 years of experience in graphic design, digital marketing, and branding. I enjoy collaborating with brands to create impactful marketing materials and bring innovative concepts to life. Outside of client work, I have a passion for art, photography, and fashion, and I love exploring new ideas through personal projects and emerging technologies.

John Bonsu

I'm a creative and versatile designer with over 10 years of experience in graphic design, digital marketing, and branding. I enjoy collaborating with brands to create impactful marketing materials and bring innovative concepts to life. Outside of client work, I have a passion for art, photography, and fashion, and I love exploring new ideas through personal projects and emerging technologies.

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I’m a creative and versatile designer with over 10 years of experience in graphic design, digital marketing, and branding. I enjoy collaborating with brands to create impactful marketing materials and bring innovative concepts to life.

Outside of client work, I have a passion for art, photography, and fashion, and I love exploring new ideas through personal projects and emerging technologies.

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Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Various studios in London (Freelance)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
I worked at a range of studios in London as well as developing my own clients. I was able to fit into any stage of the design process, from initial creative concepts through to implementation and artworking. Utilised creative skills in copywriting, digital marketing, and designing digital templates. Collaborated with various brands to promote products and support communities. I also pursued personal projects.
Design Consultant at Ixion Holdings
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Designed graphics for clients' business needs, including logos and flyers. Liaising with company staff, printers, I produced a variety of programmes, invitations, advertisements, leaflets, posters and web icons to tight deadlines. Provided marketing advice on social media and target audience identification and created marketing materials.
Creative/Designer at Mother Ltd
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Trained and assisted with live projects and advertising campaigns using a range of software, materials and production equipment and tools. Created social images for clients like Fox's and Hovis. Presented a live pitch for British Airways at SXSW. Developed creative concepts and ideas for projects and campaigns. Supported and reported to the Head of Design and worked as part of a team of designers to create graphics and layouts for a variety of print and digital materials. Worked alongside the media team with content management on the company website. I was responsible for all graphic output.
Design Assistant (Volunteer) at Freedom Centre International
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Co-designed interior, logo, website, and promotional materials. Ensured consistency with brand guidelines.
Designer/Studio Junior at Ufindell West
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Assisted in event organization and administrative duties. Co-designed animations, magazine layouts, and digital advertisements.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Design - First Class at University of Creative Arts, London
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Interactive Design and Development at New City College, Hackney
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
BTEC Nationals Art & Design Practice - Triple Distinction at St. Francis Xavier College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other