Hi, I’m Phoebe Saunders, a recent BA Illustration graduate from Arts University Bournemouth with a passion for visual storytelling across editorial design, publishing, and marketing. I lead visual direction for university projects and have hands-on experience producing full-length illustrated books, magazine spreads, and window displays. I’m comfortable coordinating cross-disciplinary teams to deliver creative ideas on tight timelines. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value clear communication, and love turning research into engaging visuals. I’ve sold at art markets, collaborated with local stockists, and completed large-scale projects, including a fully illustrated book and a lead role in a student magazine. I’m excited to bring my organisation, creativity, and reliability to new freelance or in-house roles.

Phoebe Saunders

Hi, I’m Phoebe Saunders, a recent BA Illustration graduate from Arts University Bournemouth with a passion for visual storytelling across editorial design, publishing, and marketing. I lead visual direction for university projects and have hands-on experience producing full-length illustrated books, magazine spreads, and window displays. I’m comfortable coordinating cross-disciplinary teams to deliver creative ideas on tight timelines. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value clear communication, and love turning research into engaging visuals. I’ve sold at art markets, collaborated with local stockists, and completed large-scale projects, including a fully illustrated book and a lead role in a student magazine. I’m excited to bring my organisation, creativity, and reliability to new freelance or in-house roles.

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Hi, I’m Phoebe Saunders, a recent BA Illustration graduate from Arts University Bournemouth with a passion for visual storytelling across editorial design, publishing, and marketing. I lead visual direction for university projects and have hands-on experience producing full-length illustrated books, magazine spreads, and window displays. I’m comfortable coordinating cross-disciplinary teams to deliver creative ideas on tight timelines.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, value clear communication, and love turning research into engaging visuals. I’ve sold at art markets, collaborated with local stockists, and completed large-scale projects, including a fully illustrated book and a lead role in a student magazine. I’m excited to bring my organisation, creativity, and reliability to new freelance or in-house roles.

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Work Experience

Lead Illustrator at Seegull Magazine
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Conceptualised, illustrated, and fully produced a multi-section educational book for my final university project. Managed research, character design, thumbnailing, repeat patterns, page layouts, and final publication in InDesign. Combined global recipes, kitchen tips, allergy information, humour, and wellness content through playful visual storytelling.
Lead Illustrator at Arts University Bournemouth – University Student Magazine
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led the visual direction of the university student magazine, highlighting local businesses and student life. Coordinated a multidisciplinary creative team, organised meetings and briefs, and managed page layouts and edits with Graphic Design, Photography, Architecture, Fine Artists, and Interior Design students. Created illustrated spreads including the theme and sponsorship pages, supporting the magazine from concept to launch.
Window Designer & Illustrator at British Heart Foundation
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Designed and hand-painted a festive window display for the BHF, from initial sketches to final completion. Worked closely with the store to ensure artwork supported visual merchandising needs, using weatherproof materials and bold illustration techniques.
CHEF DE PARTIE at Below Decks, Torquay
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Worked as a chef in a fast-paced environment, developing discipline, focus, and problem-solving skills while maintaining a high standard of work.
ACTIVITY LEADER at Education First, Torquay
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Delivered full-time leadership of 30 to 40 international students aged 12-17 on daily cultural excursions and activities. Managed logistics, safety and travel through busy city centres, guided large groups through Exeter, London and the Underground, and resolved wellbeing issues with host families.

Education

BA Art and Design – Distinction at Arts University Bournemouth
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
UAL Diploma at Exeter College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Other