I am a dynamic and results-driven Creative Director with extensive experience leading high-performing teams, driving brand development, and delivering award-winning projects. Skilled in blending strategy, creativity, and technology, I strive to achieve impactful results and foster business growth through innovative brand marketing and creative direction. I possess excellent communication skills and hands-on proficiency in the full Adobe Creative Suite. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading creative direction for renowned global brands and managing multidisciplinary teams effectively. I am passionate about mentoring creative talent, optimizing workflows, and executing compelling digital and traditional campaigns that engage audiences and surpass business objectives.

Nick Jenkinson

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I am a dynamic and results-driven Creative Director with extensive experience leading high-performing teams, driving brand development, and delivering award-winning projects. Skilled in blending strategy, creativity, and technology, I strive to achieve impactful results and foster business growth through innovative brand marketing and creative direction. I possess excellent communication skills and hands-on proficiency in the full Adobe Creative Suite. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading creative direction for renowned global brands and managing multidisciplinary teams effectively. I am passionate about mentoring creative talent, optimizing workflows, and executing compelling digital and traditional campaigns that engage audiences and surpass business objectives.

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I am a dynamic and results-driven Creative Director with extensive experience leading high-performing teams, driving brand development, and delivering award-winning projects. Skilled in blending strategy, creativity, and technology, I strive to achieve impactful results and foster business growth through innovative brand marketing and creative direction. I possess excellent communication skills and hands-on proficiency in the full Adobe Creative Suite.

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading creative direction for renowned global brands and managing multidisciplinary teams effectively. I am passionate about mentoring creative talent, optimizing workflows, and executing compelling digital and traditional campaigns that engage audiences and surpass business objectives.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director (Contract) at Peoples Holdings
May 31, 2017 - August 18, 2025
Led and expanded the in-house creative team, optimizing workflow and increasing efficiency. Developed and executed digital and social media campaigns, surpassing KPIs and engagement targets. Provided creative mentorship and worked on charitable initiatives.
Creative & Digital Services Manager at Communisis / Ingenious Rapport
June 30, 2013 - August 18, 2025
Led studio operations for large-scale creative projects, overseeing a multidisciplinary team of designers, editors, and production staff. Managed daily workflows to meet client deadlines and budget requirements. Implemented process improvements to optimize studio efficiency and enhance creative output while maintaining high professional standards.
Creative & Marketing Director at M&C Associates (Formerly Thumbprint Media Ltd) – Freelance
June 1, 2013 - Present
Led creative direction for global brands including Muse, Manheim Auctions, Barclays, Sunlife/AXA, BUPA, Brewdog, and Lloyds. Oversaw full-cycle web and brand design projects ensuring visual cohesion and audience engagement. Managed project workflows, directed photo/video shoots and production execution. Award-winning work recognized by CIPR Gold & Silver Awards for Brochure Design.
Design Team Leader at Vision Creative
December 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025
Led a team of 6 designers working on major brands such as Tesco, Ben Bailey Homes, and City Lofts. Managed media buying, large-format printing, and rebranding the agency’s visual identity.
Senior Designer & Team Leader at Brahm
January 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025
Managed a dynamic creative studio, overseeing operational and creative aspects of projects. Led scheduling and coordination of resources for multiple high-priority projects ensuring deadlines were met without compromising quality. Developed operational processes supporting studio scale and efficiency. Worked closely with clients to meet and exceed expectations.

Education

(ND) Graphic design at York College of Art 1986-88
July 1, 1988
2 Al evels, History of Art and Art
(HND) Graphic design & advertising at Amersham 1988-91
July 1, 1991
HND in Graphic Design & Advertising at Amersham College
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Art Foundation & A-Levels (History of Art, Art) at York College of Art
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
5 O-Levels (Including English & Art) at Tadcaster Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Retail, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    Various Logos
    Branding and logo design for a variety of clients logo graphicdesigner branding designer
    Shiny Sauce UK - Full Corporate Identity
    Design of social media, new logo, new website. Management of social media.
    Lloyds Bank - Events collateral
    Using guidelines produced event boards for an internal event . graphicdesigner branding designer
    Cap - HPI - Brand Guidelines
    Developed full brand guideliens after redesigning the new logo logo graphicdesigner designer
    Bubble and Squeak Cleaning - Full Corporate Identity
    Design of social media, new logo, new website. Management of social media.
    Centrica Gas and Electric bill design
    Worked with 2 agencies to design the new statement for British Gas
    An Alternative Guide to Yorkshire
    An award-winning brochure for The Yorkshire tourist board. Finding unusual things to do and see around Yorkshire. graphicdesigner designer branding
    PJK Electrics - full corporate identity
    Design of social media, new logo, new website. Management of social media.
    NHS - MindMate
    NHS Campaign for MINDMATE posters and bus sides logo graphicdesigner designer branding
    Schofield Sweeney Business Solicitors Brochures
    A suite of brochures for different departments of the practice graphicdesigner branding designer