I'm Paul Hardy, a digital product designer and web strategist with over a decade of experience shaping websites, platforms, and online products. I specialise in WordPress platform development, e-commerce systems, membership platforms, marketing automation, digital illustration and delivering end-to-end solutions from concept through launch. I value collaborative teams and turning complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences that drive growth. My work spans designing publishing platforms, subscription-based sites, and creative products for 35+ clients, with projects published internationally, broadcast on radio, or acquired as IP. I'm seeking to contribute these skills within a collaborative team.

Paul Hardy

I'm Paul Hardy, a digital product designer and web strategist with over a decade of experience shaping websites, platforms, and online products. I specialise in WordPress platform development, e-commerce systems, membership platforms, marketing automation, digital illustration and delivering end-to-end solutions from concept through launch. I value collaborative teams and turning complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences that drive growth. My work spans designing publishing platforms, subscription-based sites, and creative products for 35+ clients, with projects published internationally, broadcast on radio, or acquired as IP. I'm seeking to contribute these skills within a collaborative team.

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I’m Paul Hardy, a digital product designer and web strategist with over a decade of experience shaping websites, platforms, and online products. I specialise in WordPress platform development, e-commerce systems, membership platforms, marketing automation, digital illustration and delivering end-to-end solutions from concept through launch.

I value collaborative teams and turning complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences that drive growth. My work spans designing publishing platforms, subscription-based sites, and creative products for 35+ clients, with projects published internationally, broadcast on radio, or acquired as IP. I’m seeking to contribute these skills within a collaborative team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Product Designer and Web Consultant at Independent Projects and Client Work
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2025
Designed and developed websites, digital platforms, and digital products for businesses and creative ventures. Delivered website architecture, e-commerce systems, membership platforms, and marketing automation workflows.
Game Designer and Creative Director at Gravity Games
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Designed game mechanics, artwork, and branding for an original tabletop game concept. The intellectual property and game concept were later acquired and rebranded by another company.
Portrait Artist at Self Employed
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Produced more than 60 commissioned portrait artworks for private clients. Managed commissions, client communication, and artwork production.
E-commerce Website Manager at Tight Stock
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Managed front end design and promotional graphics for an international dropshipping store operating across the UK, USA, and China. Created product listings, marketing graphics, and ecommerce page designs.
Personal Trainer at Self Employed
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Delivered personalised training programmes and managed client coaching and development.

Education

NVQ Level 3 Art and Design at South Nottingham College
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
NVQ Level 3 Music Technology at Clarendon College Nottingham
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
Music Production and Sound Design qualification at South Nottingham College
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
Interior Design qualification at South Nottingham College
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
Level 3 Personal Training Diploma at Lifetime Health and Fitness
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
Basketball Coaching at Clarendon College Nottingham
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
NVQ Level 2 Business at Nottingham Business Venture
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026

Qualifications

GCSEs x6
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
GCSEs x6
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
NVQ Level 3 Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
NVQ Level 3 Music Technology
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026
Level 3 Personal Training Diploma
January 11, 2030 - April 3, 2026

Industry Experience

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