I'm Jo Hayes, a conceptual designer with over twenty years of commercial experience and a BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design. I’ve built a broad portfolio across freelance work, agency environments and in-house studios, with a track record in brand development, print production, art direction and client-facing project management. I enjoy taking projects from brief through to final artwork, ensuring every detail is Print Ready and on brief. I’ve directed photoshoots for clients including The Co-operative Bank and Bioeden, and I stay current with design trends while remaining adaptable and committed to delivering value to clients. In my work, I’m known for being hard-working, detail-oriented and collaborative, with a good sense of humour and plenty of ambition. I’m looking for a creative and stimulating environment where I can contribute, learn, and lead on design solutions across branding, print and digital media.

Jo Hayes

I'm Jo Hayes, a conceptual designer with over twenty years of commercial experience and a BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design. I’ve built a broad portfolio across freelance work, agency environments and in-house studios, with a track record in brand development, print production, art direction and client-facing project management. I enjoy taking projects from brief through to final artwork, ensuring every detail is Print Ready and on brief. I’ve directed photoshoots for clients including The Co-operative Bank and Bioeden, and I stay current with design trends while remaining adaptable and committed to delivering value to clients. In my work, I’m known for being hard-working, detail-oriented and collaborative, with a good sense of humour and plenty of ambition. I’m looking for a creative and stimulating environment where I can contribute, learn, and lead on design solutions across branding, print and digital media.

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I’m Jo Hayes, a conceptual designer with over twenty years of commercial experience and a BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design. I’ve built a broad portfolio across freelance work, agency environments and in-house studios, with a track record in brand development, print production, art direction and client-facing project management. I enjoy taking projects from brief through to final artwork, ensuring every detail is Print Ready and on brief. I’ve directed photoshoots for clients including The Co-operative Bank and Bioeden, and I stay current with design trends while remaining adaptable and committed to delivering value to clients.

In my work, I’m known for being hard-working, detail-oriented and collaborative, with a good sense of humour and plenty of ambition. I’m looking for a creative and stimulating environment where I can contribute, learn, and lead on design solutions across branding, print and digital media.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Owner/Senior Designer at Sugar Rush Design
January 1, 2011 - Present
Founder and owner; responsible for concept development, client briefs, art direction, and preparing artwork for print across a diverse client base.
Owner/Senior Designer at Sugar Rush Design
July 1, 2012 - Present
Founder and lead designer delivering branding, print, and creative direction for a diverse client base since 2012; developed portfolio and steered projects from concept to finished artwork.
Senior Designer at Chester Racecourse, Chester
July 1, 2012 - October 24, 2025
Senior designer responsible for in-house branding and marketing materials, involving concept development, layout, and print-ready artwork.
Senior Designer at Various agencies
April 1, 2012 - October 24, 2025
Freelance/senior designer contributing to multiple agencies with a focus on high-quality design execution.
Designer at Stephen Talbot Advertising, Crewe
June 1, 2009 - October 24, 2025
Designer on advertising campaigns and client projects, contributing to concept and production.
Owner/Senior Designer at Sugar Rush Design
July 1, 2012 - Present
Founder and lead designer; responsible for concept development, client liaison, art direction, and print-ready artwork for a range of clients; also involved in pitches and business development.
Senior Designer at Chester Racecourse, Chester
April 1, 2012 - October 24, 2025
Created marketing materials across multiple campaigns, handled branding, layout, photography direction and print production.
Designer at Blacksheep Advertising, Chester
July 1, 2011 - October 24, 2025
Worked on multiple client projects; contributed to art direction and production across print and digital channels.
Designer at Williams Lea, Chester
May 1, 2009 - October 24, 2025
In-house design support; produced corporate materials and presentation design.
Designer at Sanchez Design, Oxford
October 1, 2006 - October 24, 2025
Graphic design work for clients; layout and branding tasks across projects.

Education

BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design at Coventry University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
A Levels at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College
September 1, 1997 - June 1, 1999
GCSEs (10 passes) at Weaverham High School
June 1, 1994 - June 1, 1997
BA Honours Degree Graphic Design at Coventry University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
A-Levels (Business Studies, Design Technology, English Literature, General Studies) at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College
September 1, 1997 - June 1, 1999
GCSEs (10 passes; includes Graphic Media, English Language & Literature, History, Art) at Weaverham High School
June 1, 1994 - June 1, 1997
GCSEs at Weaverham High School
June 1, 1994 - June 1, 1997
A-Levels at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College
September 1, 1997 - June 1, 1999
BA Honours Degree in Graphic Design at Coventry University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002

Qualifications

BA Honours Degree Graphic Design
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
A-Levels (Business Studies, Design Technology, English Literature, General Studies)
September 1, 1997 - June 1, 1999
GCSEs (10 passes; including Graphic Media, English Language & Literature, History)
June 1, 1994 - June 1, 1997

Industry Experience

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