I'm a concept-driven senior designer and creative lead with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic, engaging, and commercially effective creative solutions across a broad range of industries. I combine strong design thinking with a client-focused approach to shape branding, storytelling, and marketing communications that align with business objectives. I’ve led concepts from ideation through to delivery across motion, digital, web, social, presentations, exhibitions, and print. I have a deep understanding of brand positioning, audience engagement, and integrated marketing, and I’m adept at managing projects end-to-end while collaborating with stakeholders. I also embrace AI-enabled workflows to unlock creativity and efficiency, helping teams stay ahead of industry trends while delivering high-quality work.…

Lee Anthony Sharples

I'm a concept-driven senior designer and creative lead with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic, engaging, and commercially effective creative solutions across a broad range of industries. I combine strong design thinking with a client-focused approach to shape branding, storytelling, and marketing communications that align with business objectives. I’ve led concepts from ideation through to delivery across motion, digital, web, social, presentations, exhibitions, and print. I have a deep understanding of brand positioning, audience engagement, and integrated marketing, and I’m adept at managing projects end-to-end while collaborating with stakeholders. I also embrace AI-enabled workflows to unlock creativity and efficiency, helping teams stay ahead of industry trends while delivering high-quality work.…

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I’m a concept-driven senior designer and creative lead with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic, engaging, and commercially effective creative solutions across a broad range of industries. I combine strong design thinking with a client-focused approach to shape branding, storytelling, and marketing communications that align with business objectives.

I’ve led concepts from ideation through to delivery across motion, digital, web, social, presentations, exhibitions, and print. I have a deep understanding of brand positioning, audience engagement, and integrated marketing, and I’m adept at managing projects end-to-end while collaborating with stakeholders. I also embrace AI-enabled workflows to unlock creativity and efficiency, helping teams stay ahead of industry trends while delivering high-quality work.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer / Creative Lead at Various clients (Freelance)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Working directly with clients and agencies to build, develop, and strengthen brand, digital, and marketing communications across every touchpoint, from concept development and campaign creation through to final artwork and delivery. Led creative across live, motion, and digital touchpoints for the medcomms sector; delivered senior motion and digital creative for Novartis; provided wide-ranging creative support across presentations, posters, technical illustration, white papers, social content, and UI/UX development; led digital campaigns for Dr. Martens; supported global campaigns, digital marketing, UI/UX, motion and print for Aurora Ventures, Tangerine Communications, and Cornerstone.
Co-Founder / Creative Director / Designer at Bluecube Creative Ltd
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2020
Co-founded Bluecube Creative Ltd and led the creative process for 18 years, building client relationships, growing teams, and delivering strategically valuable campaigns. Identified client needs and growth opportunities, delivering creative solutions that strengthened long-term relationships. Helped a B2B SaaS customer engagement start-up grow into an international £10m+ business through strategic creative direction and communications. Produced an award-winning Destination Milton Keynes campaign; developed internal graphics, onboarding programmes, and corporate promotional videos for DHSC; created graphics, merchandise, and marketing materials for race teams (F1, MotoGP, WSB, BSB). Managed studio workflow, licensing, and data processes, while mentoring the team and supporting client adoption of new technologies.
Multimedia Designer at Racing Graphix Ltd
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
Multimedia Designer responsible for a range of print and digital design projects within a fast-paced team environment.
Multimedia & Exhibition Designer at OnCue Ltd
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Multimedia & Exhibition Designer contributing to display and presentation design across exhibitions and related media.

Education

BA (Hons) Visual Communication at University of Northampton
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1997
HND Graphic Design at University of Northampton
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
ND Signwriting and Creative Lettering at Blackburn College
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Government, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods
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    uniE621 Social Media Marketing Campaign
    Lead creative working alongside the client to advise and create a brand awareness and seasonal sales marketing campaign.…
    uniE621 Internal & External Signage
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    uniE621 Trimble - Explainer Videos
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    uniE621 University of Buckingham
    uniE621 Dr Martens - DM + THE MET
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    uniE621 International Womens Day
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    uniE621 Identity & Branding
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