I am a creative Senior Graphic Designer with over 8 years of experience driving impactful visual communications across diverse platforms. I lead design projects, mentor talent, and ensure brand consistency, with qualifications in accessible design. I am committed to elevating brand identity and user experience, delivering high-quality outcomes that align with evolving needs in forward-thinking organisations. I enjoy collaborating with clients across Europe to craft branding, UX, and multi-platform campaigns that engage audiences and improve accessibility.

Gwaredd Jones

I am a creative Senior Graphic Designer with over 8 years of experience driving impactful visual communications across diverse platforms. I lead design projects, mentor talent, and ensure brand consistency, with qualifications in accessible design. I am committed to elevating brand identity and user experience, delivering high-quality outcomes that align with evolving needs in forward-thinking organisations. I enjoy collaborating with clients across Europe to craft branding, UX, and multi-platform campaigns that engage audiences and improve accessibility.

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I am a creative Senior Graphic Designer with over 8 years of experience driving impactful visual communications across diverse platforms. I lead design projects, mentor talent, and ensure brand consistency, with qualifications in accessible design.

I am committed to elevating brand identity and user experience, delivering high-quality outcomes that align with evolving needs in forward-thinking organisations. I enjoy collaborating with clients across Europe to craft branding, UX, and multi-platform campaigns that engage audiences and improve accessibility.

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Language

Welsh
Fluent
English
Fluent
Croatian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
December 31, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Delivered bilingual English/Welsh marketing materials, brand identity, editorial and digital design. Produced logos, web and print collateral, posters, and campaign assets, including DOOH and TV assets, while ensuring accessibility and legal compliance. Collaborated with clients across Europe to translate visuals for multilingual audiences.
Graphic Designer at Astutis
June 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Contributed to Astutis’ most profitable quarterly returns through design improvements in digital learning materials and course branding; designed icons, interfaces, and marketing assets across platforms.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ubiquity
December 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025
Led the design of TV, digital, and DOOH assets for high-profile branding campaigns; created bilingual English & Welsh marketing materials; advanced accessibility features as part of the company’s inclusion initiative; delivered complete brand identity and campaign collateral.
Artist in Residence at University of Rio Grande
September 1, 2017 - Present
Collaborated with local artists to explore cultural ties between Welsh settlers and the region; contributed to two exhibitions with branding and promotional materials to boost visibility and audience engagement.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Ongoing freelance work across graphic design, illustration, animation and video editing for European clients; specialising in branding, editorial and digital design with bilingual and accessible materials in English, Welsh and Croatian.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Delivered brand identity, logo design, bilingual (English & Welsh) marketing materials, editorial & print design, and digital design solutions across Europe; built long-term client relationships and contributed to an accessible design approach.
Graphic Designer at Astutis
June 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Led design initiatives, contributed to branding and marketing assets, and developed certification-related visuals as part of a company-wide re-brand.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ubiquity
December 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025
Delivered complete branding and campaign collateral for high-profile campaigns; created bilingual materials and pioneered accessibility offerings.
Artist in Residence at University of Rio Grande
September 1, 2017 - Present
Collaborated with local artists exploring cultural ties between Welsh settlers and the region; contributed to exhibitions and cross-cultural artistic exchange.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Independent / Freelance
December 31, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Provided freelance graphic design services for branding, marketing materials, and digital assets. Built long-term client relationships across Europe, delivering tailored branding, editorial and digital design solutions, and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery. Specialized in bilingual English & Welsh design and accessible marketing materials.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Continued freelance work focusing on bilingual design (English & Welsh) and Croatian-language materials, delivering thoughtful visual communication and accessible marketing content for diverse clients.
Graphic Designer at Astutis
June 30, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Contributed to digital learning materials; partially self-taught HTML fundamentals; helped Astutis achieve strong quarterly performance through design improvements in digital learning materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ubiquity
December 31, 2024 - September 8, 2025
Led design for TV, digital, and DOOH assets for high-profile branding campaigns; created bilingual English & Welsh marketing materials; advanced accessibility offerings; delivered complete brand identity projects with inclusive design principles; nurtured cross-cultural collaboration with local artists.
Artist in Residence at University of Rio Grande
September 1, 2017 - Present
Engaged in cross-disciplinary artistic activities, collaborating on projects that explored cultural ties between Welsh settlers and the region; produced branding and promotional materials for collaborative exhibitions.
Freelance Graphic Designer
December 31, 2021 - October 17, 2025
Led design of TV, digital, and DOOH assets for high-profile branding and marketing campaigns; created bilingual English/Welsh marketing materials; pioneered accessibility offerings; delivered complete brand identity projects (logo, web, campaign collateral) with inclusive design principles; collaborated with local artists on cultural exchange; designed branding and promo materials for two exhibitions; built long-term client relationships across graphic design, illustration, animation, and video editing.
Freelance Graphic Designer
January 1, 2025 - Present
Ongoing freelance design work focusing on branding, editorial, and digital design solutions for clients across Europe.
Graphic Designer at Astutis
June 30, 2022 - October 17, 2025
Contributed to Astutis’ most profitable quarterly returns through strategic design improvements in digital learning materials; played a key role in a company-wide re-brand; personally designed certification badges for learner achievements reinforcing brand identity.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ubiquity
December 31, 2024 - October 17, 2025
Led the design of TV, digital, and DOOH assets for high-profile branding and marketing campaigns; delivered complete brand identity projects (logo, web, and campaign collateral) while integrating inclusive design principles; managed multiple projects to ensure quality and on-time delivery; developed bilingual marketing materials in English, Welsh, and Croatian; built long-term client relationships across graphic design, illustration, animation, and video editing.
Artist in Residence at University of Rio Grande
September 1, 2017 - Present
Contributed to cross-cultural artistic exchange through an artist-in-residence program; engaged in creative projects and supported local artists.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed
July 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Led the design & delivery of creative assets across multi-platform marketing campaigns; partnered with clients to interpret briefs, present concepts and refine work through feedback; ensured brand consistency; managed multiple projects; collaborated with clients across Europe to gain trust and manage feedback.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ubiquity
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Led the design & delivery of creative assets across multi-platform marketing campaigns; partnered with clients to interpret briefs, present concepts & refine work through feedback; ensured brand consistency across multiple clients & platforms; managed multiple projects, mentored junior designers, and delivered graphic design, illustration, & animation assets for a range of European clients.
Graphic Designer at Astutis
May 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Played a central role in a company-wide rebrand, designing certification badges that reinforced brand identity & recognition; created visually engaging online joining instructions with animated GIFs to guide learners; improved user experience & accessibility of digital resources.
Animation Illustrator & Designer at SovietWomble (YouTube)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Worked as an animation illustrator & designer on multiple videos, contributing to content that reached millions of viewers worldwide.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
GCSEs at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
A Levels & GCSEs at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
GCSEs at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
4 A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
14 GCSEs at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Yr Yrfa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Interactive Design Foundation Courses at Interactive Design Foundation
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
GCSEs at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Yr Yrfa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design (2:1) at UWTSD Swansea College of Art
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Y Gwendraeth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
GCSEs at Ysgol Gyfun Maes Yr Yrfa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Foundation Courses at Interactive Design Foundation Courses
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024

Qualifications

Accessibility: How to Design for All
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
AI for Designers
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Design Thinking: The Ultimate Guide
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Gamification: How to Create Engaging User Experiences
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Gestalt Psychology & Web Design: The Ultimate Guide
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
HCI: Thought & Emotion
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Interaction Design for Usability
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Mobile UI Design
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
User Experience: The Beginner’s Guide
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Web Design for Usability
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GDPR UK: Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Cyber Security Awareness
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Admin Basics
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Teaching Basics
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
iHasco Training Courses
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Moodle Courses
February 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Interactive Design Foundation Courses
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
iHasco Training Courses
September 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Moodle Courses
February 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Interactive Design Foundation Courses
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
iHasco Training Courses
September 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022
Moodle Courses
February 1, 2022 - March 31, 2022
Accessibility: How to Design for All
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
AI for Designers
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Design Thinking: The Ultimate Guide
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Gamification: How to Create Engaging User Experiences
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Gestalt Psychology & Web Design: The Ultimate Guide
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
HCI: Thought & Emotion
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Interaction Design for Usability
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Mobile UI Design
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
User Experience: The Beginner’s Guide
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Web Design for Usability
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
GDPR UK: Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Sexual Harassment Awareness
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Admin Basics
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Accessibility: How to Design for All
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
AI for Designers
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Design Thinking
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Gamification: Create Engaging User Experiences
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Gestalt Psychology & Web Design
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
HCI: Thought & Emotion
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Interaction Design for Usability
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Mobile UI Design
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
User Experience: The Beginner’s Guide
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Web Design for Usability
June 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Accessibility: How to Design for All
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
AI for Designers
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Design Thinking
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Gamification: Create Engaging User Experiences
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Gestalt Psychology & Web Design
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
HCI: Thought & Emotion
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Interaction Design for Usability
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Mobile UI Design
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
User Experience: The Beginner’s Guide
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Web Design for Usability
June 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Accessibility Qualifications (Accessible Design)
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
NEBOSH Diploma Courses on Moodle LMS (HTML fundamentals)
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
University Award for Welsh Language Contribution
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Retail