Ingot Trader at Aura Metals Ltd

Trade and manage non-ferrous ingots for UK-based foundries, ensuring smooth supply chain operations and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include purchasing, sales strategy, customer acquisition and relations, inventory management, stock handling, and designing, updating, and maintaining the company website. Source and negotiate high-quality ingot purchases, develop and execute sales plans, and maintain strong client relationships while securing new business opportunities. Manage inventory accurately, ensuring efficient stock control and up-to-date product information online. Key achievement: Negotiated a three-year contract with a major customer, generating £180,000 in net profit. This role strengthened my skills in sales, procurement, negotiation, client management, and digital content management, contributing directly to the company’s growth.

Graphic Designer at Fresh Media

Worked as a graphic designer for one year, producing bi-weekly B2B newspaper publications using Adobe InDesign. Responsible for layout design, ensuring each edition was visually engaging and aligned with editorial content. Created logos, advertisements, and supporting visuals in Photoshop and Illustrator. Delivered high-quality designs under tight deadlines, balancing creativity with print precision.

Graphic Designer & Sign Maker at Speed One Sports Ltd

Started as an apprentice while completing an NVQ in Sign Making at Walsall College, including a two-week specialist course in car wrapping. Responsible for tracing and designing logos in CorelDraw, producing large-format prints and direct- to-garment heat transfers for sportswear and promotional materials. Created social media posters and regularly updated the company website to support online marketing. Designed and presented a bespoke clothing range for ex-NBA star Hakeem Olajuwon, managing the project from concept to pitch. Contributed to the design and production of kits and sponsorship materials for major teams, including Worcestershire Rapids, Worcestershire CCC, Leicester Tigers, and Moseley Rugby. Developed strong skills in design, print production, and client presentation within a fast-paced commercial environment.