I'm a designer with six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles, where I’ve developed a strong ability to deliver thoughtful, effective designs that meet client needs. I enjoy working collaboratively to explore ideas and turn them into practical, impactful outcomes, whether for small projects or larger, multi-channel, multifaceted campaigns. I place a high value on clear communication and teamwork, working closely with clients and colleagues to ensure projects run smoothly and meet expectations. I also find satisfaction on improving processes and finding ways to streamline workflows, deliver better results efficiently or work faster. With a solid track record and a practical, solutions-driven approach, I’m looking forward to contributing my skills and experience to a team where I can continue to grow and take on new creative challenges.…

Cormac Donaghy

I'm a designer with six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles, where I’ve developed a strong ability to deliver thoughtful, effective designs that meet client needs. I enjoy working collaboratively to explore ideas and turn them into practical, impactful outcomes, whether for small projects or larger, multi-channel, multifaceted campaigns. I place a high value on clear communication and teamwork, working closely with clients and colleagues to ensure projects run smoothly and meet expectations. I also find satisfaction on improving processes and finding ways to streamline workflows, deliver better results efficiently or work faster. With a solid track record and a practical, solutions-driven approach, I’m looking forward to contributing my skills and experience to a team where I can continue to grow and take on new creative challenges.…

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I’m a designer with six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles, where I’ve developed a strong ability to deliver thoughtful, effective designs that meet client needs. I enjoy working collaboratively to explore ideas and turn them into practical, impactful outcomes, whether for small projects or larger, multi-channel, multifaceted campaigns.

I place a high value on clear communication and teamwork, working closely with clients and colleagues to ensure projects run smoothly and meet expectations. I also find satisfaction on improving processes and finding ways to streamline workflows, deliver better results efficiently or work faster. With a solid track record and a practical, solutions-driven approach, I’m looking forward to contributing my skills and experience to a team where I can continue to grow and take on new creative challenges.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at Care Services Australia
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Designing assets for company websites and using Framer to rapidly create landing pages. Design, write and schedule 80-100 social media posts monthly. Ensuring all designs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a cohesive visual identity. Collaborate with web developers on website projects to provide feedback and guidance. Write and design newsletters and visual content for various audiences using Aweber. Manage company social media pages using Meta Business Suite, including paid ads. Keep abreast of design trends, best practices and AI developments into design workflows.
Head of Design at Gray’s Marketing and Communications
August 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Led collaborative efforts between team, stakeholders, and clients, refining conceptual designs to consistently beat expectations while maintaining brand integrity. Ensured all agency artwork met strict quality standards before circulation. Worked directly with C-suite executives from clients, ensuring implementation of design iterations, involving face-to-face client interactions and making real-time artwork adjustments based on immediate feedback. Played a direct role in mentoring and guiding team members, boosting their professional development and growth.
Design Executive at Gray’s Marketing and Communications
August 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022
Ensured that design projects were completed on time and within budget. Created artwork across diverse sectors including energy, retail, FMCG, construction, government bodies, local councils, and independent businesses. Followed brand guidelines and maintained high standards on all projects. Designed for multiple platforms from billboards and bus advertising to Google Ads and animated outdoor digital advertising. Designed creative for a multichannel campaign, increasing a client's customer base by 33%. Participated in brainstorming sessions with marketing teams and provided creative input. Conducted research and analysis to support design decisions for successful rebrandings. Proofed and fixed copy in advertising and marketing material where applicable.
Junior Graphic Designer at Ardmore Advertising
February 1, 2020 - March 31, 2020
Collaborated with senior designers and team members to create innovative design solutions. Worked to tight deadlines while coordinating with designers, editors, and animators. Created assets for prominent clients such as Lidl, Subway, Stena Line, Translink, National Trust, and the Police Service of Northern Ireland. Adapted to various projects, including video editing and radio script production for Lidl. Job was lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education

BSc (Hons) Interactive Media at Ulster University, Coleraine
September 1, 2016 - July 31, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Retail, Government, Professional Services
    paper Vaporlinq - Spring Fair 2024

    For the second consecutive year, I was entrusted with designing the visual identity for Vaporlinq’s showcase at Spring Fair 2024, one of the UK’s leading trade events. This project required a bold, eye-catching aesthetic to stand out in a highly competitive exhibition space where brands aim to capture attention and drive sales.

    You can read all about it and view the produced artwork here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Cooperation Ireland - Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders

    Co-operation Ireland is a government-funded organisation dedicated to fostering cross-community initiatives in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, a vision born in the wake of the Good Friday Agreement. To support their Future Leaders program, which nurtures young talent across business, politics, and beyond, the organisation required a compelling promotional video that could speak directly to prospective businesses and stakeholders.

    You can find the final video here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Click Energy - Bringing the Craic to the Energy Market

    Energy isn’t the most thrilling thing to market, but that’s exactly why we took an unconventional approach for Click Energy. Instead of dry price comparisons and generic sales tactics, we tapped into something much more powerful, Northern Irish wit.

    You can see the final artwork here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Evolve - Rebranding an Infrastructure Giant

    This project stands as the most significant one I’ve undertaken to date. I led the rebranding of a major infrastructure company in Northern Ireland, a company traditionally known for supplying gas to homes and businesses with the bold objective of repositioning it from its fossil fuel roots to a symbol of sustainability and progress.

    You can find all the final artwork here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Skills Development Australia

    In today’s fast-paced world, practical skills are more valuable than ever. Skills Development Australia is an online learning platform I designed to make essential skills, such as time management and project management, both affordable and accessible. This brand is dedicated to transforming how individuals enhance their personal and professional lives by offering real-world, actionable knowledge.

    You can find the final artwork here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Click Energy

    Bringing the Craic to the Energy Market

    Energy isn’t the most thrilling thing to market, but that’s exactly why we took an unconventional approach for Click Energy. Instead of dry price comparisons and generic sales tactics, we tapped into something much more powerful, Northern Irish wit.

    You can see the final artwork here: https://www.twine.net/signin