I'm a highly creative and driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience across arts, culture, charity, and entertainment sectors. I manage creative projects from concept to completion, blending technical expertise with a refined vision to deliver impactful designs. I thrive on fresh ideas that strengthen brand identity and connect with audiences worldwide. My work spans international clients, artists, and creative agencies, delivering insightful visuals for music, theatre, and culture sectors.…

Mark Millington

I'm a highly creative and driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience across arts, culture, charity, and entertainment sectors. I manage creative projects from concept to completion, blending technical expertise with a refined vision to deliver impactful designs. I thrive on fresh ideas that strengthen brand identity and connect with audiences worldwide. My work spans international clients, artists, and creative agencies, delivering insightful visuals for music, theatre, and culture sectors.…

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I’m a highly creative and driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience across arts, culture, charity, and entertainment sectors. I manage creative projects from concept to completion, blending technical expertise with a refined vision to deliver impactful designs.

I thrive on fresh ideas that strengthen brand identity and connect with audiences worldwide. My work spans international clients, artists, and creative agencies, delivering insightful visuals for music, theatre, and culture sectors.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Design at The Aspinall Foundation
March 31, 2023 - September 24, 2025
Accountable for the everyday creative work for The Aspinall Foundation including design for all the charity's work including print and digital assets. Also responsible for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks signage and information materials.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 30, 2018 - September 24, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design processes for a company supplying B2B music production; brand refresh; oversaw design budget and live events such as South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.
Senior Graphic Designer, Art Director, Consultant at Independent Contracts
July 1, 2025 - Present
Provide versatile graphic design services specializing in sleeve design and visual artwork for physical and digital music formats. Skilled in illustration, typography, and art direction, delivering compelling visual identities for diverse music genres.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Rochester Independent College
April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Educated Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 students, guiding them to achieve GCSE and A Level qualifications. Proficient in graphic design techniques and software, fostering creativity and critical thinking. Extensive hands-on craft skills in traditional and digital media.
Head of Design at The Aspinall Foundation
August 1, 2020 - March 1, 2023
Managed creative work for The Aspinall Foundation, including design for print and digital assets. Responsible for enclosure and wayfinding signage for Port Lymne and Howletts wildlife parks, including cafés and information posters.
Lead Designer at Bill Kenwright Ltd
September 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019
Creative lead for theatrical productions, producing on and offline assets and promotional campaigns nationwide.
Design Consultant and Concept Creative at Independent Contracts
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2018
Managed graphic design projects from concept to completion, delivering print-ready and digital artwork for various clients.
Senior Creative at Audio Network Limited
September 1, 2014 - August 1, 2016
Led creative design processes for a B2B music production company. Managed brand refresh activities for international clients, oversaw a design team, managed the design budget, and commissioned third-party contracts. Managed live events such as South by Southwest, The Great Escape, and MIPTV Cannes.
Head Graphic Designer | Art Director at The National Theatre
September 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014
Collaborated with the Creative Director and Director of Marketing to lead graphic design projects from concept to completion. Supervised and mentored internal teams, maintaining brand guidelines for collateral materials, annual reports, and brochures.
Senior Concept Designer at AKA/UK Marketing
April 1, 2011 - September 1, 2013
Created concept designs for theatre, film, and arts clients. Led concept-to-completion campaigns for projects, including Batman Live, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, 47 Ronin, and Woman in Black.
Senior Concept Creative, Art Director, and Digital Artist at Independent Contracts
April 1, 2008 - March 1, 2011
Provided technical and creative services for design, brand, marketing, and advertising campaigns. Notable project: coordinated/designed the graphic novel ‘Unearthing’ by Alan Moore.
Creative Lead / Head of Design at White Label Productions
July 1, 2002 - March 1, 2008
Collaborated with senior corporate decision-makers to meet company goals for a design, branding, marketing, and advertising firm specializing in the music industry. Oversaw a team of graphic and web designers. Clients included DECCA, Universal Music, EMI, Warner Classics & Jazz, ASOS.com, Sony/BMG, EMAP, and Levi’s.
Head of Design at Universal Music
October 1, 1998 - June 1, 2002
Coordinated design and development of music packaging, artist styling, and branding for international artists. Developed campaigns to strengthen company image and introduce younger consumers while maintaining core market appeal.

Education

GCSE & A Level Education at Rochester Independent College
April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization

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