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Hi there, I'm Ian Cowles, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with years of freelance experience. I help brands communicate their story through engaging visuals, branding, and motion graphics. I thrive on managing multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, client-focused design solutions. I'm excited to bring my experience to a dynamic team or freelance opportunity.…Hi there, I'm Ian Cowles, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with years of freelance experience. I help brands communicate their story through engaging visuals, branding, and motion graphics. I thrive on managing multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, client-focused design solutions. I'm excited to bring my experience to a dynamic team or freelance opportunity.

Ian Cowles

Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Motion Graphic Designer, +2

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Hi there, I'm Ian Cowles, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with years of freelance experience. I help brands communicate their story through engaging visuals, branding, and motion graphics. I thrive on managing multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, client-focused design solutions. I'm excited to bring my experience to a dynamic team or freelance opportunity.…Hi there, I'm Ian Cowles, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with years of freelance experience. I help brands communicate their story through engaging visuals, branding, and motion graphics. I thrive on managing multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, client-focused design solutions. I'm excited to bring my experience to a dynamic team or freelance opportunity.

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Hi there, I’m Ian Cowles, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with years of freelance experience. I help brands communicate their story through engaging visuals, branding, and motion graphics.

I thrive on managing multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, client-focused design solutions. I’m excited to bring my experience to a dynamic team or freelance opportunity.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Action Aid, UK

June 1, 2012 - Present

Provided ongoing graphic design and illustration services across campaigns, booklets, reports, national press ads, and exhibition materials. Developed engaging web media, illustrations, and infographics to effectively communicate Action Aid's mission and initiatives. Designed and produced exhibition materials such as feather flags, noise makers, and signage, ensuring impactful visual presence at events. Worked closely with Action Aid's teams to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality design solutions that met organisational goals. Ensured all design outputs were aligned with Action Aid's brand guidelines, maintaining a cohesive and professional visual identity.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Kobelco Construction Quarterly Magazine, UK

January 1, 2021 - Present

Led the art direction and layout design for Kobelco Construction's quarterly magazine, ensuring visually appealing and cohesive issues. Worked closely with the editorial team to align visual content with written articles, enhancing overall reader engagement. Created high-quality graphics and illustrations to support articles and features, maintaining consistency with Kobelco's brand identity. Oversaw the design process from concept to final production, ensuring timely delivery of each magazine issue. Utilised design skills to enhance visual storytelling, effectively communicating complex information about hydraulic crawler cranes to the target audience.

Freelance Graphic Designer at R&D Learning Academy Bayer, UK

April 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022

Created and produced several issues of a digital flipbook magazine, keeping scientists informed of current industry developments. Designed game and activity-based content graphics for new starter internal e-learning courses, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes. Created motion graphics for promotional videos, effectively communicating key messages and enhancing visual appeal. Worked closely with the R&D Learning Academy team to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality design solutions. Ensured all design outputs adhered to Bayer's brand guidelines, maintaining a cohesive and professional visual identity.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Learning Technologies Group, UK

January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022

Created visually appealing and effective PowerPoint designs for various projects, enhancing communication and presentation quality. Developed content screen graphics for multiple projects using Gomo and Elucidat, ensuring high-quality visual content. Designed illustrations for content graphics in client-approved styles, maintaining consistency and meeting project specifications. Produced informational and educational motion graphics, effectively conveying complex information in an engaging manner. Offered freelance art direction and digital design expertise, collaborating with teams to deliver cohesive and impactful design solutions.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Big Group, UK

February 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019

Developed hand-drawn storyboards and scamps for pitches and advertisements, effectively visualising concepts for client presentations. Designed illustrations and motion graphics for various client accounts, enhancing visual communication and engagement. Created hand-drawn and animated safety videos, ensuring clear and engaging safety instructions for clients. Produced 3D animations for safety videos, adding depth and clarity to instructional content. Oversaw design and layout for a variety of client accounts, ensuring high-quality and cohesive visual outputs.

Employment Gap at Pandemic

December 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020

During this period, actively seeking new opportunities while navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The lockdowns and economic uncertainties significantly impacted hiring processes. Focused on enhancing skills through online courses, webinars, and professional development activities to stay current with industry trends.