I'm Michael McCormack, a passionate graphic designer and artworker based in Norwich. I graduated with a BA(Hons) in Design Communication from Norwich University of the Arts, and I've spent over a decade building a broad toolkit across print, packaging, branding, and digital media. I love creating visually engaging physical and digital art, collaborating in teams, and turning ideas into polished outputs. Awarded the Yellow Pencil at D&AD New Blood 2024 and WTF Award 2024 by Norwich University of the Arts, I bring energy, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to every project. I'm eager to apply my skills in design, social media, photography, and motion graphics to help brands stand out.

Michael McCormack

I'm Michael McCormack, a passionate graphic designer and artworker based in Norwich. I graduated with a BA(Hons) in Design Communication from Norwich University of the Arts, and I've spent over a decade building a broad toolkit across print, packaging, branding, and digital media. I love creating visually engaging physical and digital art, collaborating in teams, and turning ideas into polished outputs. Awarded the Yellow Pencil at D&AD New Blood 2024 and WTF Award 2024 by Norwich University of the Arts, I bring energy, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to every project. I'm eager to apply my skills in design, social media, photography, and motion graphics to help brands stand out.

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I’m Michael McCormack, a passionate graphic designer and artworker based in Norwich. I graduated with a BA(Hons) in Design Communication from Norwich University of the Arts, and I’ve spent over a decade building a broad toolkit across print, packaging, branding, and digital media. I love creating visually engaging physical and digital art, collaborating in teams, and turning ideas into polished outputs.

Awarded the Yellow Pencil at D&AD New Blood 2024 and WTF Award 2024 by Norwich University of the Arts, I bring energy, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to every project. I’m eager to apply my skills in design, social media, photography, and motion graphics to help brands stand out.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative PrePress Artworker at Amcor
April 1, 2025 - Present
Ridged plastic packaging artwork origination; Product design; Creation of production packs
Social Media & Content Coordinator at Snug Hospitality
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Managed 7 pubs social media, Facebook/Instagram; Created original content for all accounts, Graphic Design/Photography; Creative copywriting and tone of voice for each pub; Scheduling posts, upcoming events and shoot days
Type Setter at PageBros
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Type setting, Adobe InDesign; Eye for detail, Proof reading/Formatting; Working in a confidential/professional environment
Social Media Marketer/Videographer at Improve.it
April 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Managed Socials for a Physical Education organisation; Created original content for all accounts, Graphics/Photography/Videos; Scheduling posts and engaging within the appropriate groups/communities
Creative Strategist at Virtual Nick - INTERNSHIP
November 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Contributed to the rebrand of Virtual Nick, updating and refining logos and banners; Created and scheduled social media posts to effectively advertise the product; Designed empathy maps to identify target audiences and optimize marketing strategies; Developed communication, confidence, and business understanding through hands-on experience
Video and Graphic Designer at Onmobile/2DayUK
September 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
Created themes, icons, and wallpapers for the Samsung and Huawei marketplaces; UX/UI design; designed dynamic and animated lock screens using XML lock clocks; Collaborated with Ubisoft to develop themes for major game titles, including Far Cry New Dawn & Trials Rising

Education

BA(Hons) Design Communication at Norwich University of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Certificate of Attendance at Cambridge University Judge Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2020
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma ICT at 3AAA Academy
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Graphic Design at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2014
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Photography at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2014
BA(Hons) Design Communication at Norwich University of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Certificate of Attendance at Cambridge University Judge Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2020
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma ICT at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2014
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Graphic Design Media at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Photography at Huntingdon Regional College
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025

Qualifications

GCSE Maths / Functional Skills English
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2014
Yellow Pencil - D&AD New Blood
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
WTF Award - Norwich University of the Arts
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
3AAA Academy
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
GCSE Maths
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Functional Skills English
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
BA(Hons) Design Communication
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Certificate of Attendance
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2020
3AAA Academy
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma ICT
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education
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