I’m a creative graphic and web designer with hands-on freelance experience taking projects from initial brief through to launch. I’m comfortable owning client relationships independently, from gathering requirements and managing revisions through to delivering clean, considered results on time. Recently completed a QQI Level 5 in Multimedia Production, achieving Distinctions across all core design and web modules. Quick to pick up new tools, calm under pressure, and equally happy working solo or as part of a team.

Sophie McAlavey

I’m a creative graphic and web designer with hands-on freelance experience taking projects from initial brief through to launch. I’m comfortable owning client relationships independently, from gathering requirements and managing revisions through to delivering clean, considered results on time. Recently completed a QQI Level 5 in Multimedia Production, achieving Distinctions across all core design and web modules. Quick to pick up new tools, calm under pressure, and equally happy working solo or as part of a team.

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I’m a creative graphic and web designer with hands-on freelance experience taking projects from initial brief through to launch. I’m comfortable owning client relationships independently, from gathering requirements and managing revisions through to delivering clean, considered results on time.

Recently completed a QQI Level 5 in Multimedia Production, achieving Distinctions across all core design and web modules. Quick to pick up new tools, calm under pressure, and equally happy working solo or as part of a team.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Web & Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created a full brand identity package for a candle business, including logo design, packaging and promotional signage. Produced branded visual assets and marketing graphics for clients using Adobe Photoshop, Affinity and Canva. Managed client briefs, design revisions and final handoff independently, building strong working relationships from first contact through to launch.
Deli Weekend Supervisor at Spar, Little Island
September 1, 2025 - Present
Lead the weekend deli team, coordinating food prep and maintaining quality and full HACCP compliance under pressure. Deliver consistent, friendly customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
Deli Assistant & Cashier at O’Hare’s Mace, Mayfield
July 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining a welcoming, customer-focused manner. Prepared food to HACCP standards and maintained deli cleanliness and presentation.

Education

QQI Level 5: Multimedia Production (5M2146) at Douglas St Campus
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Leaving Certificate at Mayfield Community School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

HACCP Level 2
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2026
Manual Handling
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2026
HSE Children First
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2026
Dell STEM Aspire Mentorship Programme
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Gradam Award for European Languages
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
2nd Place, Education Social Media Campaign
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

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