I am a graphic communication designer focused on brand and visual identity design. I work from a highly conceptual foundation to strategically execute ideas into visually compelling print, digital, and social media design. I run an independent studio, Monocon, delivering bespoke branding projects helping brands stand out with strong identities and engaging campaigns.

Ariana Cowan

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I am a graphic communication designer focused on brand and visual identity design. I work from a highly conceptual foundation to strategically execute ideas into visually compelling print, digital, and social media design. I run an independent studio, Monocon, delivering bespoke branding projects helping brands stand out with strong identities and engaging campaigns.

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I am a graphic communication designer focused on brand and visual identity design. I work from a highly conceptual foundation to strategically execute ideas into visually compelling print, digital, and social media design. I run an independent studio, Monocon, delivering bespoke branding projects helping brands stand out with strong identities and engaging campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Raptor
May 1, 2025 - Present
High volume, large scale design for visual identities, production + artworking for brand activations and live events, across the UK for global brands like Jagermeister, Gymshark, Tinder, Diageo, Essilor Luxottica, Airbnb
Creative Designer at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
August 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025
Design menus, marketing assets, for print, digital and social across all restaurant brands in the UK and US. Utilising the Adobe Suite to create visually engaging content that has driven engagement on social and increased revenue significantly.
Digital Experience & Innovation Design Trainee at Deloitte Digital
November 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022
Collaborated on internal and external client projects within the luxury goods, life sciences, healthcare and banking industries on interface design for digital products. Focusing on CX, I also supported on brand strategy for projects under ACNE Zurich.
Graphic Design Intern at dentsu MB Bangalore
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Independently worked on a rebranding project for an airline cargo division under the guidance of the Creative Director.
Graphic Design Intern at Media House, London
May 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Designing graphic content for internal/external projects, visual identities for events at this PR, diversity + influencer marketing agency.
Graphic Designer at Untangle
August 1, 2020 - Present
I work pro-bono as the head of design for an organization that aims to accelerate the mental health revolution in India, which includes content curation and omni-channel CX.
Junior Design Intern at Fractal Ink
June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Worked specifically on iconography for websites at this UX design consultancy.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Raptor
August 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and launched 10+ marketing campaigns, increasing social media engagement by 30%. Created 50+ assets for print, digital, and social media across 34 restaurant brands in the UK and US. Developed static and motion content for social media that increased guest interactions by 20% and aided art direction on social shoots. Led end-to-end design processes including menus, marketing assets (print + digital), event collaterals, custom identities and menus.
Digital Experience & Innovation Trainee at Deloitte Digital
November 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Assisted in UI/UX design for 5+ digital products across luxury, healthcare, and global banking sectors. Helped develop a design system for wealth managers that improved workflow efficiency by 25%. Supported brand design and strategy projects for ACNE Zurich, enhancing brand consistency across platforms.
Graphic Design Intern at Dentsu Creative
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Independently led a rebranding project for an airline cargo division, delivering 100% on time. Created visual assets that streamlined the brand identity, leading to a 15% improvement in brand recognition.
Graphic Design Intern at Media House
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Designed pitch decks and proposals that contributed to securing 3+ high-profile clients. Developed branding assets for multiple events, leading to a 40% boost in attendee engagement.
Designer at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
May 1, 2025 - Present
High volume, large scale design for visual identities, production + artworking for brand activations and live events, across the UK for global brands like Jagermeister, Gymshark, Tinder, Diageo, Essilor Luxottica, Airbnb.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design at UAL: London College of Communication
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Diploma in Professional Studies at UAL: London College of Communication
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at UAL: CCW
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
BBC Creative U Masterclass at BBC Creative U
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Publicis Student Workshop at Publicis
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Landor NextGen Brand Transformers at Landor
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design at UAL: London College of Communication
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Diploma in Professional Studies at UAL: London College of Communication
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art + Design at UAL: CCW
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

BBC Creative U Masterclass
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Publicis Student Workshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Landor NextGen Brand Transformers
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
BBC Creative U Masterclass
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Publicis Student Workshop
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Landor Next Gen Brand Transformers
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
London Design Festival
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods