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I am a highly dedicated and reliable individual with a wide variety of experience in artworking, retouch, and graphic design. I am proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Bridge, with strong attention to detail and high-end retouching ability.
I have over 25 years experience within the sports fashion industry working in creative departments for online and retail campaigns, instore point of sale, outdoor media, advertising and social media. I am looking to expand upon my wide range of skills in order to further develop my career.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Retoucher / Creative Artworker at Self-employed
July 1, 2024 - PresentFreelance artworking and high-end retouching for clients, delivering campaigns from brief to completion with strong attention to detail and time management.
Freelance Image Sourcer at Great Rail Journeys
October 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024Sourced images for website and customer documents in line with brand guidelines; allocated images to templates; performed image retouching for brand consistency; produced artwork for social media; managed assets on SharePoint; collaborated with stakeholders.
Freelance Retoucher / Graphic Designer at Freelance
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023Retouched imagery for freelance clients and produced design work across multiple formats and campaigns.
Senior Retoucher at JD Sports Fashion plc
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023Retouched high-end footwear, apparel and accessories imagery for print, outdoor media and online campaigns; organized campaigns and assets; QC of final assets; mentored junior team members; supported department with technical guidance; contributed to website design and brand campaigns; liaised with suppliers and print partners.
Retoucher at JD Sports Fashion plc
July 1, 2018 - August 1, 2022Retouched imagery for campaigns across print, outdoor and online channels; managed assets and ensured colour accuracy; supported production workflows and brand guidelines.
Graphic Designer, Artworker, Retoucher at JD Sports Fashion plc
May 1, 1998 - July 1, 2018Produced artwork for marketing, promotional literature, POS, outdoor media and online campaigns; designed and helped develop the first JD website; created 3rd party brand window campaigns; maintained campaign assets and archives; liaised with external suppliers.
Junior Graphic Designer at Axis Design
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997Part-time junior graphic designer contributing to various design tasks at a Manchester studio.
Junior Graphic Designer at The Tickle Group
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997Temp junior graphic designer supporting design team activities in Bury.
Education
Foundation Course in Art & Design at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996BA Hons. Design for Communication Media (Graphic Design) 2.1 at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996A Levels at Holy Cross 6th Form College, Bury
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992GCSEs at St. Gabriel’s R.C. High School, Bury
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Qualifications
Foundation Course in Art & Design
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996BA Hons. Design for Communication Media (Graphic Design) 2.1
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996A Levels
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992GCSEs
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990Industry Experience
Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
Experience Level
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