Hi, I'm Wayne Brown, a results-driven presentation designer with over 20 years of experience crafting high-impact, executive-ready presentations for global financial institutions, infrastructure clients, and transportation companies. I transform complex financial data, investment narratives, and operational concepts into clear, visually compelling stories that drive stakeholder decisions and support multi-million-pound deals. I deliver under tight deadlines while maintaining brand integrity, mentoring juniors, and elevating design quality in fast-paced environments. I collaborate closely with executives and deal teams to create concise narratives, custom templates, and data visualizations that make dense information instantly understandable and engaging across global teams.

Wayne Brown

Hi, I'm Wayne Brown, a results-driven presentation designer with over 20 years of experience crafting high-impact, executive-ready presentations for global financial institutions, infrastructure clients, and transportation companies. I transform complex financial data, investment narratives, and operational concepts into clear, visually compelling stories that drive stakeholder decisions and support multi-million-pound deals. I deliver under tight deadlines while maintaining brand integrity, mentoring juniors, and elevating design quality in fast-paced environments. I collaborate closely with executives and deal teams to create concise narratives, custom templates, and data visualizations that make dense information instantly understandable and engaging across global teams.

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Hi, I’m Wayne Brown, a results-driven presentation designer with over 20 years of experience crafting high-impact, executive-ready presentations for global financial institutions, infrastructure clients, and transportation companies. I transform complex financial data, investment narratives, and operational concepts into clear, visually compelling stories that drive stakeholder decisions and support multi-million-pound deals. I deliver under tight deadlines while maintaining brand integrity, mentoring juniors, and elevating design quality in fast-paced environments.

I collaborate closely with executives and deal teams to create concise narratives, custom templates, and data visualizations that make dense information instantly understandable and engaging across global teams.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Citi Presentation Specialist at Citi
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Developed and refined financial presentations for executives across global units. Transformed raw data into concise narratives and visual summaries; designed custom charts and vector graphics; sourced imagery to uphold on-brand standards; managed multiple projects to meet tight deadlines with high quality.
Senior Presentation Designer at Houlihan Lokey
May 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Revamped decks and built new ones, significantly improving visual quality and comprehension of complex content. Created precise, branded templates and sophisticated charts; reduced turnaround times by 30–50% and mentored junior designers. Also covered Production Coordinator duties when needed.
Presentation Designer at Houlihan Lokey
March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Designed high-fidelity branded templates and visuals that help executives make strategic decisions; collaborated with deal teams to ensure accuracy and clarity; mentored juniors and stayed current with design trends.
Desktop Publisher at Lendlease Construction
April 1, 2017 - November 1, 2020
Designed and produced high-impact bid documents from concept to completion, contributing to multi-million-pound project wins. Collaborated with project teams to develop data-driven visuals and infographics; managed the design and refinement of PQQs and full tender documents; coordinated with external print suppliers to ensure premium quality within budget.
Bid Document Designer at Arriva Group
February 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Supported the UK trains bid team across PQQ, ITT, and mobilisation phases by delivering branded templates, clear infographics, and accurate technical illustrations to strengthen submissions.
Presentation Specialist at Citi
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Developed and refined financial presentations for executives across global business units, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic alignment. Transformed raw financial data into concise, executive-ready narratives and visual summaries. Designed custom charts and vector graphics; sourced, edited and integrated imagery to maintain polished, on-brand presentation standards. Managed multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining quality.

Education

BT EC National Diploma in Computer Studies at BT EC
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Qualifications

BTEC First Diploma in Business & Finance
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication (Photoshop)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Web Communication (Dreamweaver)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Level 3 Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Web Communication
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Level 3 Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
BTEC National Diploma in Computer Studies
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
BTEC First Diploma in Business & Finance
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication (Photoshop)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Web Communication (Dreamweaver)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Level 3 Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication (Photoshop)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Web Communication (Dreamweaver)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Level 3 Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
BT EC National Diploma in Computer Studies
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
BTEC First Diploma in Business & Finance
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Level 3 Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication (Photoshop)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Adobe Certified Associate: Web Communication (Dreamweaver)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
    Editorial layout
    Part of a bid submission whilst working for a tier 1 construction company graphicdesigner branding photo logo
    Powerpoint visual
    Visual created in PowerPoint graphicdesigner illustrator branding
    Template design
    Created a Powerpoint template for a new indoor golfing club graphicdesigner logo branding
    Elephant & Castle redevlopemtn
    This is one of the spreads created using InDesign for a bid submission document for a real estate project in South East London logo graphicdesigner photo
    Bid Designer
    Produced the brochure for the second stage of a real estate development branding designer graphicdesigner
    Client: Burger King
    Asked by a stakeholder to create a client-based template for Burger King mirroring they website