Creative with 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record of successfully managing creative teams and delivering high-quality projects. Adept atworking with high profile clients and brands, including Subway, Parkdean Holidays, Polar Krush, The NHS and The National Trust. Based in the North East, I bring a unique blend of creativity, leadership, and project management skills to drive innovation and achieve outstanding results. EDUCATION BA (HONS) Graphic Design Teesside University HND Graphic Design Scarborough College of Art and Design A Levels Art, English and Geography FA Level 1 Coaching Football Leadership in Running Fitness (LiRF) SKILLS - Studio Management - Creative Direction - Graphic Design - Artwork - Project and Print Management - Client Relations - Adobe Creative Suite - Team Leadership - Budget Management INTERESTS - Cycling // Road // Gravel - Football // Playing // Coaching - Running // Training // Coaching - Vinyl // Djing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Thirty12 // Freelance Graphic Designer/…

Ben Keen

Creative with 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record of successfully managing creative teams and delivering high-quality projects. Adept atworking with high profile clients and brands, including Subway, Parkdean Holidays, Polar Krush, The NHS and The National Trust. Based in the North East, I bring a unique blend of creativity, leadership, and project management skills to drive innovation and achieve outstanding results. EDUCATION BA (HONS) Graphic Design Teesside University HND Graphic Design Scarborough College of Art and Design A Levels Art, English and Geography FA Level 1 Coaching Football Leadership in Running Fitness (LiRF) SKILLS - Studio Management - Creative Direction - Graphic Design - Artwork - Project and Print Management - Client Relations - Adobe Creative Suite - Team Leadership - Budget Management INTERESTS - Cycling // Road // Gravel - Football // Playing // Coaching - Running // Training // Coaching - Vinyl // Djing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Thirty12 // Freelance Graphic Designer/…

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Creative with 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record of successfully managing creative teams and delivering high-quality projects. Adept atworking with high profile clients and brands, including
Subway, Parkdean Holidays, Polar Krush, The NHS and
The National Trust.
Based in the North East, I bring a unique blend of
creativity, leadership, and project management skills to
drive innovation and achieve outstanding results.
EDUCATION
BA (HONS) Graphic Design
Teesside University
HND Graphic Design
Scarborough College of Art and Design
A Levels
Art, English and Geography
FA Level 1 Coaching Football
Leadership in Running Fitness (LiRF)
SKILLS

  • Studio Management - Creative Direction
  • Graphic Design
  • Artwork
  • Project and Print Management
  • Client Relations
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Management
    INTERESTS
  • Cycling // Road // Gravel
  • Football // Playing // Coaching
  • Running // Training // Coaching
  • Vinyl // Djing
    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
    Thirty12 // Freelance Graphic Designer/
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Work Experience

Studio Manager / Creative at Hunter Johnstone
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Lead a dynamic team of creative professionals, overseeing project delivery from concept to execution for a diverse portfolio of clients. Managed studio operations, ensuring projects are completed on time. Maintained strong client relationships, resulting in long-term partnerships and repeat business. Oversee creative campaigns from start to finish. Undertake the print process, liaising with various printers to suit the campaign. Delivered advertising and creative on a National and Regional level for Subway. Managing The Brand Asset Hub for Subway EMEA which is accessed globally for creative and various media.
Deputy Studio Manager at Hunter Johnstone
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Worked closely with the Studio Manager to direct daily studio activities.
Graphic Designer at Hunter Johnstone
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Graphic Designer responsible for delivering design solutions for a range of clients.
Graphic Designer at TMP Worldwide (North East)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Graphic Designer.
Graphic Designer at Flipside Associates
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999
Graphic Designer.

Education

BA (HONS) Graphic Design at Teesside University
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025
HND Graphic Design at Scarborough College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025

Qualifications

BA (HONS) Graphic Design
September 1, 1996 - November 27, 2024
A Levels
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025
FA Level 1 Coaching Football
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025
Leadership in Running Fitness (LiRF)
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025
FA Level 1 Coaching Football
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025
Leadership in Running Fitness (LiRF)
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail