Work History Freelance Artworker, Mar 2023 – present Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Rowtype Jan 2022 – Mar 2023 Freelance Artworker, Sep 2015 – Jan 2022 Senior Artworker / Production Manager, Studio Am Feb 2008 – Sep 2015 Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Oliver & Graimes Jun 2004 – Feb 2008 Senior Artworker, First Choice Holidays / Sovereign / Hayes & Jarvis Nov 2001 – Jun 2004 Mac Artworker, St Richard’s Press Nov 1999 – Nov 2001 Mac Scanner Operator, Chichester Observer / WSX Gazette Apr 1998 – Nov 1999 My main area of expertise is production, especially for print, but not exclusively: from initial design to delivery. I am tirelessly thorough, with a meticulous eye for detail. I do not leave anything to chance. I do not cut corners. However this is never at the expense of a fast, responsive turnaround. I pride myself on best practise through: preparation – ensuring all the details within a client’s brief are understood and achievable; organisation – ensuring all asset requirements are fulfilled in order to process the project effectively; accuracy – a clinical understanding of artwork mechanics ensures once files are released to press, the delivery stage is as efficient as possible. My varied work experience from print-house repro studio to full-service agencies means I am confident in my ability to consistently deliver a quality product, on budget and on time.

Nicola Howells

Work History Freelance Artworker, Mar 2023 – present Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Rowtype Jan 2022 – Mar 2023 Freelance Artworker, Sep 2015 – Jan 2022 Senior Artworker / Production Manager, Studio Am Feb 2008 – Sep 2015 Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Oliver & Graimes Jun 2004 – Feb 2008 Senior Artworker, First Choice Holidays / Sovereign / Hayes & Jarvis Nov 2001 – Jun 2004 Mac Artworker, St Richard’s Press Nov 1999 – Nov 2001 Mac Scanner Operator, Chichester Observer / WSX Gazette Apr 1998 – Nov 1999 My main area of expertise is production, especially for print, but not exclusively: from initial design to delivery. I am tirelessly thorough, with a meticulous eye for detail. I do not leave anything to chance. I do not cut corners. However this is never at the expense of a fast, responsive turnaround. I pride myself on best practise through: preparation – ensuring all the details within a client’s brief are understood and achievable; organisation – ensuring all asset requirements are fulfilled in order to process the project effectively; accuracy – a clinical understanding of artwork mechanics ensures once files are released to press, the delivery stage is as efficient as possible. My varied work experience from print-house repro studio to full-service agencies means I am confident in my ability to consistently deliver a quality product, on budget and on time.

Available to hire

Work History
Freelance Artworker, Mar 2023 – present
Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Rowtype Jan 2022 – Mar 2023
Freelance Artworker, Sep 2015 – Jan 2022
Senior Artworker / Production Manager, Studio Am Feb 2008 – Sep 2015
Studio Manager / Senior Artworker, Oliver & Graimes Jun 2004 – Feb 2008
Senior Artworker, First Choice Holidays / Sovereign / Hayes & Jarvis Nov 2001 – Jun 2004
Mac Artworker, St Richard’s Press Nov 1999 – Nov 2001
Mac Scanner Operator, Chichester Observer / WSX Gazette Apr 1998 – Nov 1999

My main area of expertise is production, especially for print, but not exclusively: from initial design to delivery. I am tirelessly thorough, with a meticulous eye for detail. I do not leave anything to chance. I do not cut corners. However this is never at the expense of a fast, responsive turnaround. I pride myself on best practise through:
preparation – ensuring all the details within a client’s brief are understood and achievable; organisation – ensuring all asset requirements are fulfilled in order to process the project effectively;
accuracy – a clinical understanding of artwork mechanics ensures once files are released to press, the delivery stage is as efficient as possible.
My varied work experience from print-house repro studio to full-service agencies means I am confident in my ability to consistently deliver a quality product, on budget and on time.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Artworker at Nicola Howells Design
March 1, 2023 - Present
Self-employed artworker providing design, artwork and print coordination for luxury travel brochures, direct mailers, interactive e-brochures/pdfs, national/regional press ads, flyers, posters, exhibition banners, leaflets, stationery, signage, and OOH. Responsible for cutter-guides, templates, visual mockups, explaining stocks and finishes to clients, requesting print quotes and liaising with printers and publications. Maintains strong client and supplier relationships to ensure high-quality output on budget and on schedule.
Freelance Artworker at Rowtype
March 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Freelance artworker covering design, artwork and print production across diverse projects; creates print-ready assets; liaises with designers and printers; supports on/off-line campaigns.
Design / Artwork / Print Production Manager at Studio Am
January 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Managed design and artwork workflow; oversaw print production; ensured best practice and accurate output; acted as Brand Guardian for Emirates and related group; collaborated with clients and suppliers to deliver multi-channel campaigns.
Senior Artworker at Oliver & Graimes
February 1, 2008 - September 8, 2025
Senior Artworker responsible for First Choice Holidays; delivered artworking for travel-brand campaigns and maintain high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
Senior Artworker at Sovereign / Hayes & Jarvis
June 1, 2004 - September 8, 2025
Setting up new Sov/H&G in-house artworking team; established processes and workflows to support travel brand artwork.
Mac Artworker at St Richard’s Press
November 1, 1999 - November 1, 2001
Mac Artworker; prepared artwork for press; coordinated prepress tasks.
Mac Scanner Operator at Chichester Observer / WSX Gazette
April 6, 1998 - October 29, 1999
Mac Scanner Operator, handling scanning workflow and archival tasks.

Education

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Qualifications

BA Hons Fine Art Printmaking: 2:1
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Foundation Diploma Art & Design: Pass with distinction
September 1, 1993 - July 1, 1994

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Manufacturing, Other