I am a jolly, enthusiastic and creative designer with a degree in Illustration from Falmouth University.. I have a keen eye for detail and strong communication, teamwork, organisational and people skills, built through experience as a Children's Book Designer, Marketing Assistant, and through years of customer service and running my own business. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and experienced in designing books and arts and crafts packs and products, as well as preparing files for print.

Rosie Fossett

I am a jolly, enthusiastic and creative designer with a degree in Illustration from Falmouth University.. I have a keen eye for detail and strong communication, teamwork, organisational and people skills, built through experience as a Children's Book Designer, Marketing Assistant, and through years of customer service and running my own business. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and experienced in designing books and arts and crafts packs and products, as well as preparing files for print.

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I am a jolly, enthusiastic and creative designer with a degree in Illustration from Falmouth University… I have a keen eye for detail and strong communication, teamwork, organisational and people skills, built through experience as a Children’s Book Designer, Marketing Assistant, and through years of customer service and running my own business.
I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and experienced in designing books and arts and crafts packs and products, as well as preparing files for print.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer at Kidsbooks Publishing
May 1, 2022 - Present
Creating a range of books for children; writing briefs for artists, managing schedules, ideas generation, working with the Art Director to create high quality books, researching trends and demands in the US market, supplying files to printers.
Assistant Designer at Curious Universe
December 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Designing packaging, books and creative contents for various craft and activity kits for children and adults. Working to tight deadlines, using Adobe Creative Suite, preparing files for print, working on project briefs from the initial concept stage through to advances, making visuals for the website and creating dielines.
Freelance Illustrator and Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Freelance for illustration and design practice. Graphic design; organising schedules; liaising with clients; working to briefs and deadlines; adaptable to different briefs and working styles.
Art and Craft Workshop Leader at Freelance (The Pound Arts Trust Ltd; Bath University)
January 1, 2015 - Present
Facilitating arts and craft workshops for organisations such as The Pound Arts Trust Ltd and Bath University.
Site Operative at Rapid Test Centre
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Site operative at a Rapid Testing centre for Covid-19.
Front of House Assistant at The Bristol Hippodrome
March 1, 2019 - Present
Customer service, bar work and selling products; monitoring live events; teamwork and efficiency important for smooth operation of busy live events.
Trainee Floral Stylist at Bush Bristol (The Mighty Quinn’s Flower Emporium)
February 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Caring for indoor and outdoor plants; advising customers on plant care; receiving deliveries; setting up and maintaining the shop; cash handling; key holder; making bouquets.
Live Events and Marketing Assistant at The Pound Arts Trust Ltd.
November 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015
Designing posters and brochures; creating artwork for events; running children’s craft workshops; organising online bookings; writing press releases and marketing materials; organising print distribution.
Box Office and Marketing Intern at The Pound Arts Trust Ltd.
November 1, 2013 - November 1, 2014
Box Office and Marketing Intern.
Customer Host at White Stuff Bath
August 1, 2011 - November 1, 2013
Customer Host Work Experience.

Education

BA HONS in Illustration [2:1] at Falmouth University
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
UAL Level 4 Diploma in Art and Design - Foundation Studies [DISTINCTION] at City of Bath College
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Photography [MERIT] at City of Bath College
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Life Drawing [PASS] at City of Bath College
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Interactive Media [MERIT] at City of Bath College
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
A-Levels at The Corsham School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2012
GCSEs at The Corsham School
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2010

Qualifications

UAL Level 4 Diploma in Art and Design - Foundation Studies [DISTINCTION]
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Photography [MERIT]
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Life Drawing [PASS]
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
BTEC Level 3 Award (Specialist 8-12) in Interactive Media [MERIT]
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013

Industry Experience

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