I am a personable and approachable individual who has built strong professional relationships across cultures and abilities. With over 25 years of experience in brand strategy and design across the UK, Europe, USA, and Middle East, I consult, conceptualise, collaborate, design, and deliver innovative and smart solutions tailored to various sectors, consistently aiming for the best and most visually pleasing outcomes in print and digital media. I am typographically astute with a keen sense of legibility, colour, layout, and precision. I confidently present strategic rationale and creative proposals with passion and gravitas, and possess a strong work ethic alongside excellent time management skills. Beyond design, I enjoy photography, printmaking, and exploring non-Latin languages such as Arabic and Russian.

Suzanne Darke

I am a personable and approachable individual who has built strong professional relationships across cultures and abilities. With over 25 years of experience in brand strategy and design across the UK, Europe, USA, and Middle East, I consult, conceptualise, collaborate, design, and deliver innovative and smart solutions tailored to various sectors, consistently aiming for the best and most visually pleasing outcomes in print and digital media. I am typographically astute with a keen sense of legibility, colour, layout, and precision. I confidently present strategic rationale and creative proposals with passion and gravitas, and possess a strong work ethic alongside excellent time management skills. Beyond design, I enjoy photography, printmaking, and exploring non-Latin languages such as Arabic and Russian.

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I am a personable and approachable individual who has built strong professional relationships across cultures and abilities. With over 25 years of experience in brand strategy and design across the UK, Europe, USA, and Middle East, I consult, conceptualise, collaborate, design, and deliver innovative and smart solutions tailored to various sectors, consistently aiming for the best and most visually pleasing outcomes in print and digital media.

I am typographically astute with a keen sense of legibility, colour, layout, and precision. I confidently present strategic rationale and creative proposals with passion and gravitas, and possess a strong work ethic alongside excellent time management skills. Beyond design, I enjoy photography, printmaking, and exploring non-Latin languages such as Arabic and Russian.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
Russian
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Consultant
January 1, 2013 - Present
Provide expert creative consultancy, leveraging extensive brand strategy and design experience to support diverse projects and clients, ensuring innovative and audience-appropriate solutions.
Creative Director at LiveLink
December 31, 2013 - August 13, 2025
Led creative direction, overseeing brand strategy and design processes to deliver innovative visual solutions that met client requirements and market needs while managing teams and client expectations.
Head of Creative at gtcreate
December 31, 2011 - August 13, 2025
Managed creative teams and projects to develop brand strategies and cohesive design solutions across print and digital media for a range of sectors and audiences.
Creative Director at Cuckoo Design
December 31, 2010 - August 13, 2025
Directed all creative aspects including design conceptualisation, client liaison, and project delivery, ensuring aesthetically pleasing and effective brand solutions aligned with industry advancements.
Senior Designer at Media Mission
December 31, 2006 - August 13, 2025
Executed advanced design projects and collaborated with teams to produce quality print and digital media outputs, delivering on client briefs and deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Royal Liver Assurance
December 31, 2004 - August 13, 2025
Created graphic design materials in alignment with brand guidelines and marketing campaigns for internal and external stakeholders.
Creative Consultant
January 1, 2013 - Present
Engaging in independent consultancy providing creative solutions, brand strategy, and design services across diverse sectors and disciplines with integrity and an audience-focused approach.
Creative Director at LiveLink, UK
December 31, 2013 - September 4, 2025
Led creative direction and design vision for agency projects, managing teams and delivering innovative, impactful campaigns that aligned with client goals and brand values.
Head of Creative at gtcreate, UK
December 31, 2011 - September 4, 2025
Oversaw the creative department, directed brand strategies and visual design projects, mentored designers, and ensured quality and client satisfaction across creative outputs.
Creative Director at Cuckoo Design, UK
December 31, 2010 - September 4, 2025
Provided creative leadership for agency design projects, collaborating with stakeholders to conceptualise and execute brand and visual identity solutions with high precision and aesthetic standards.

Education

GCSE/A-Level at High School
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025

Qualifications

HND Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
GCSE/A-Level subject passes including Art & Design, English Language/Literature, Mathematics & European Languages
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
HND Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
HND Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025
11 High School passes (GCSE/A-Level)
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025
HND Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025
GCSE/A-Level
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Other, Education