I am an award-winning Senior Graphic Designer with over two decades of hands-on and creative leadership experience across agency, corporate, and international sectors. I have proven expertise in brand identity, visual storytelling, and managing large-scale bid proposals for global clients. I combine strategic thinking with delivery across print, digital, and environmental media, and I am skilled at leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior talent, and elevating design standards. I am seeking to apply my extensive experience to a purpose-driven organisation where culture, history, and public engagement meet visual excellence. I am passionate about collaboration and delivering creative solutions that resonate with audiences and stakeholders globally.

I am an award-winning Senior Graphic Designer with over two decades of hands-on and creative leadership experience across agency, corporate, and international sectors. I have proven expertise in brand identity, visual storytelling, and managing large-scale bid proposals for global clients. I combine strategic thinking with delivery across print, digital, and environmental media, and I am skilled at leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior talent, and elevating design standards. I am seeking to apply my extensive experience to a purpose-driven organisation where culture, history, and public engagement meet visual excellence. I am passionate about collaboration and delivering creative solutions that resonate with audiences and stakeholders globally.

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I am an award-winning Senior Graphic Designer with over two decades of hands-on and creative leadership experience across agency, corporate, and international sectors. I have proven expertise in brand identity, visual storytelling, and managing large-scale bid proposals for global clients. I combine strategic thinking with delivery across print, digital, and environmental media, and I am skilled at leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior talent, and elevating design standards.

I am seeking to apply my extensive experience to a purpose-driven organisation where culture, history, and public engagement meet visual excellence. I am passionate about collaboration and delivering creative solutions that resonate with audiences and stakeholders globally.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Design at Deloitte
January 7, 2019 - April 21, 2025
• Led design for Deloitte's most critical proposals and pitch work, often exceeding ¬£100M in value. • Headed a team of 19 designers across Europe; grew team from 12 to 90+ as part of leadership group. • Delivered strategic, visual, and brand-aligned responses across multiple formats (print, digital, video). • Collaborated with writers, commercial leads, video, and digital teams to craft high-impact client messaging. • Traveled frequently to regional hubs including London, Dubai, Munich, and Zurich to lead creative sessions.
Design & Marketing Manager at Camden Group
March 31, 2018 - August 28, 2025
Established the company's design and marketing department from scratch, managing all marketing output for 11 trade centres across the UK and Ireland. Directed the production of video, radio, exhibition, and print campaigns, generating £300k in sales from a £50k trade event investment. Delivered internal engagement initiatives and led a full brand refresh.
Graphic Design Manager at John Graham Holdings (GRAHAM Construction)
May 31, 2016 - August 28, 2025
Modernised external marketing and technical collateral for bids and managed complex proposal submissions for large-scale infrastructure projects. Served as design consultant across multiple UK regional hubs.
Central Asia Manager at Arcana Fuel Services
July 31, 2014 - August 28, 2025
Wrote and managed NATO bid proposals totaling $950M. Led communications and branding strategy for supply chain operations spanning Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, and Latvia.
Operations Manager at DownRange Services
August 31, 2013 - August 28, 2025
Managed logistics team responsible for military fuel delivery for ISAF in Dushanbe and Kabul. Led reporting, government negotiation, and ensured operational compliance.
Communications Advisor at Volunteer Services Overseas
June 30, 2012 - August 28, 2025
Developed business plans and communications strategies for Tajikistan’s Free Trade Zones.
Founder / Creative Director at Ten Point Design & Ten Point Press
December 31, 2012 - August 28, 2025
Operated a full-service design and publishing studio delivering creative services to clients across Ireland, the UK, and USA. Published award-winning literature and cultural works.
Creative Director at Networks Europe
December 31, 2004 - August 28, 2025
Led the in-house design studio supporting NHS procurement software projects.
Marketing Executive / Account Executive at Level Seven Creative
December 31, 2002 - August 28, 2025
Delivered over 100 business plans and visual branding kits for start-ups.
Junior Designer (Holiday Work) at McCadden Design
December 31, 1992 - August 28, 1994
Provided junior design support during holiday periods.

Education

BA Typography & Graphic Communication at University Of Reading
August 23, 1994 - August 23, 1998
PG Diploma in International Development Practice at Harper Adams University
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025

Qualifications

PG Business Management – Student of the Year
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025
PRINCE II Practitioner
January 1, 2003 - August 28, 2003

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Wholesale & Distribution, Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment