My experience spans branding, advertising, print, web design, photography, social media content and digital publishing. I have worked both within creative agencies and independently, collaborating closely with clients, marketing managers, copywriters, developers and other creative professionals to deliver clear, effective communication across both traditional and digital platforms.…

Christopher Parker

My experience spans branding, advertising, print, web design, photography, social media content and digital publishing. I have worked both within creative agencies and independently, collaborating closely with clients, marketing managers, copywriters, developers and other creative professionals to deliver clear, effective communication across both traditional and digital platforms.…

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My experience spans branding, advertising, print, web design, photography, social media content and digital publishing. I have worked both within creative agencies and independently, collaborating closely with clients, marketing managers, copywriters, developers and other creative professionals to deliver clear, effective communication across both traditional and digital platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Consultant at Breed Consulting
November 1, 2016 - Present
Creative consultant working as a freelance designer specialising in branding, packaging, website design, social media and photography. Manages projects from concept through delivery, combining creative thinking with practical problem solving and strong client communication.
Founder at Newbe Limited
June 1, 2007 - Present
Founder of Newbe Limited, providing branding, packaging, and design services as a freelance practice. Led projects for a range of clients and focused on creating new brands and driving business growth.
Senior Designer at WAA Chosen
August 1, 2005 - June 1, 2007
Senior Designer in the creative team of art directors and copywriters, developing launch concepts, identity work, campaigns and strategic design solutions for major TTL and digital campaigns. Managed work within precise strategy for TTL and digital communications. Client list included Habitat UK, Avis, Jaguar, Sony Europe, Spirit Health Clubs, Chelsea Building Society, Twyford Bathrooms, Telford Shopping Centre and House of Fraser.
Art Director / Senior Designer at Pritchards Creative Communications
August 1, 1997 - August 31, 2005
Led the complete creative process from initial brainstorming to execution, including marker pen and Mac visuals and full client presentations. Produced artworking to completion. Clients included The Feel Good Drinks Company, Tiger Beer, Bottle Green Drinks Co, Coca-Cola GB, KP Foods UK, Kraft Foods UK, CNN International and The Royal Mint.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at PGL Travel Ltd
September 1, 1995 - August 31, 1997
In-house designer at head office responsible for design, illustration and artwork of brochures and travel literature; responsible for stationery, forms, vehicle graphics, and art directing photoshoots at locations in the UK and France.
Artworker at Carfinder
July 1, 1995 - September 30, 1997
In-house artworker preparing traditional camera-ready artwork paste-ups of advertisements and page layout for the weekly publication.
In-house Designer at Carfinder, Gloucester
July 1, 1995 - September 30, 1997
In-house artworker responsible for camera-ready artwork paste-up of advertisements and page layouts for the weekly publication; involved in preparing materials for publication.

Education

BA (Hons) Design & Communication at University of Portsmouth
September 1, 1992 - July 31, 1995
National Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art & Design at Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education
September 1, 1991 - June 30, 1992
National Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art & Design at Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education
September 1, 1991 - June 30, 1992
Design & Communication at University of Portsmouth
September 1, 1992 - July 31, 1995
A levels, 8 GCSEs at Sir Thomas Rich’s School Gloucester
September 1, 1984 - July 31, 1991

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality

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