I’m Anna Day, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with a passion for turning ideas into visually compelling work. I enjoy collaborating with clients to deliver distinctive artwork, engaging content, and practical design solutions that meet deadlines and exceed expectations. I’m equally comfortable behind the computer and with hands-on craft—photography, styling, and storytelling are all part of my toolkit. I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design, clear visuals, and engaging online presence.…

Anna Day

I’m Anna Day, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with a passion for turning ideas into visually compelling work. I enjoy collaborating with clients to deliver distinctive artwork, engaging content, and practical design solutions that meet deadlines and exceed expectations. I’m equally comfortable behind the computer and with hands-on craft—photography, styling, and storytelling are all part of my toolkit. I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design, clear visuals, and engaging online presence.…

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I’m Anna Day, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with a passion for turning ideas into visually compelling work. I enjoy collaborating with clients to deliver distinctive artwork, engaging content, and practical design solutions that meet deadlines and exceed expectations.

I’m equally comfortable behind the computer and with hands-on craft—photography, styling, and storytelling are all part of my toolkit. I love helping brands grow through thoughtful design, clear visuals, and engaging online presence.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Self-employed
June 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance illustrator and graphic designer delivering high-quality consultancy and artwork to exceed client goals and meet deadlines. Responsibilities included client communications, scheduling calls, liaising with printers and delivery services, and managing contracts, invoices, and the lifecycles of commissions.
Marketing and Events Coordinator at Opinium
May 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Led 20+ corporate events with strong attention to detail and team leadership. Also performed set dressing, venue coordination, and related hospitality tasks. Managed marketing campaigns and calendar, produced Mailchimp newsletters, maintained WordPress with SEO and Google Analytics, wrote website articles, created editorial advertising, supported events, and led Google Ads. Upgraded the agency’s CRM and automated contact maintenance; managed new business lifecycles and served as first point of contact for leads.
Vintage Clothing Merchant at Self-employed
April 1, 2017 - May 1, 2022
Sourced stock, negotiated pricing with vintage wholesalers, tracked online purchases, and handled inquiries. Packed and delivered orders from a home studio, creating all photos and content to grow a substantial online vintage brand.
Front of House Receptionist at Ace of Lanes
May 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Maintained smooth operation of the bowling alley by managing bookings, handling inquiries, organizing shoe inventory, and delivering excellent customer service.
Social Media, E-commerce Manager, Administration and Retail at RSPCA
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Managed social media channels and e-commerce operations, coordinated administrative tasks, and supported retail activities.
Volunteer at Auto Italia
June 1, 2025 - Present
De-installation, construction, and storage coordination for volunteer projects and events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts with Honours: illustration at Cambridge School of Art
September 5, 2018 - May 20, 2021
Achieved a 2:1 in illustration
A Levels at Saffron Walden County High School
September 9, 2016 - June 22, 2018
A*A: Cambridge Technical Diploma in Applied Art B: Photography
BA (Hons) Illustration at Cambridge School of Art
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025
Cambridge Technical Art Diploma at Saffron Walden County High
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025
A Level Photography at Saffron Walden County High
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025

Qualifications

Community Event Coordination Program
January 1, 2025 - December 10, 2025
Digital Marketing Strategy Intensive Course
January 1, 2023 - December 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet
    paper Craven the Crocodile

    I worked with author, David Lewis, to create a wonderful story about a crocodile who goes on a journey of self-discovery with help from the friends he meets along the way. David is a children’s play therapist and uses this story to encourage his young clients on their own journeys.

    The brief was for 12 double page spreads of full-page illustrations in a bright and bubbly illustration style which you can view on my website: annadaydesigns.co.uk