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I am a creative, commercially minded designer with over 10 years in the fashion and retail industry and 20 years in graphic design. I specialise in print and digital design, digital illustration with an interest in animation, illustration and video editing. Being goal-orientated, I thrive in positions that allow me to proactively grow my skill set and design experience resulting in me producing effective, beneficial and visually appealing work. I've always had a positive approach to design and will work to find solutions and research thoroughly to come up with innovative design ideas. References and portfolio available on request.…I am a creative, commercially minded designer with over 10 years in the fashion and retail industry and 20 years in graphic design. I specialise in print and digital design, digital illustration with an interest in animation, illustration and video editing. Being goal-orientated, I thrive in positions that allow me to proactively grow my skill set and design experience resulting in me producing effective, beneficial and visually appealing work. I've always had a positive approach to design and will work to find solutions and research thoroughly to come up with innovative design ideas. References and portfolio available on request.

Maida Ahmed

Graphic Designer, Artworker, Illustrator, +4

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I am a creative, commercially minded designer with over 10 years in the fashion and retail industry and 20 years in graphic design. I specialise in print and digital design, digital illustration with an interest in animation, illustration and video editing. Being goal-orientated, I thrive in positions that allow me to proactively grow my skill set and design experience resulting in me producing effective, beneficial and visually appealing work. I've always had a positive approach to design and will work to find solutions and research thoroughly to come up with innovative design ideas. References and portfolio available on request.…I am a creative, commercially minded designer with over 10 years in the fashion and retail industry and 20 years in graphic design. I specialise in print and digital design, digital illustration with an interest in animation, illustration and video editing. Being goal-orientated, I thrive in positions that allow me to proactively grow my skill set and design experience resulting in me producing effective, beneficial and visually appealing work. I've always had a positive approach to design and will work to find solutions and research thoroughly to come up with innovative design ideas. References and portfolio available on request.

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I am a creative, commercially minded designer with over 10 years in the fashion and retail industry and 20 years in graphic design. I specialise in print and digital design, digital illustration with an interest in animation, illustration and video editing. Being goal-orientated, I thrive in positions that allow me to proactively grow my skill set and design experience resulting in me producing effective, beneficial and visually appealing work.

I’ve always had a positive approach to design and will work to find solutions and research thoroughly to come up with innovative design ideas. References and portfolio available on request.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Artworker at BYOMA

January 1, 2025 - Present

Reporting to the lead designer, ensured branding, tone of voice, and identity consistency across digital, print, and motion assets. Produced assets for social content (Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube) and data insight reports; led major campaigns; collaborated with multiple departments to meet client requirements; problem-solved to maximize asset reuse; worked remotely and participated in monthly team calls.

Mid-weight Designer at Pion (formerly Student Beans)

December 31, 2024 - September 11, 2025

Reported to the lead designer, maintained brand identity and tone of voice across assets for a large client base. Produced a high volume of digital, print, and motion assets; created social content; prepared data insight reports for current and prospective clients; acted as lead designer on major campaigns. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure briefs were met on time; solved problems to optimize asset usage; worked remotely and helped coordinate monthly social calls.

Freelance Designer at Scottish Police Muslim’s Association (SPMA)

December 31, 2019 - September 11, 2025

Produced promotional artwork for events, infographics for social media, and logo redesign for the 10th anniversary. Liaised with the association’s president to deliver artwork that matched briefs.

Designer at Islamic Society of Britain

December 31, 2015 - September 11, 2025

Liaised with the president to produce their end-of-term report. Planned, problem-solved, and designed layouts that worked with content; maintained close contact to implement revisions efficiently.

Designer at Radio Ramadan (The Ark)

December 31, 2016 - September 11, 2025

Created posters used during Ramadan for city-wide distribution via mosques. Contributed to cohesive visual communications for campaigns.

Freelance Designer at Halo Media House

December 31, 2013 - September 11, 2025

Freelance rebrand project translating across print and digital formats and storefront signage to attract new clients.

Designer at McLaren Software

December 31, 2013 - September 11, 2025

Concepted and designed online informational brochures to support business growth and client acquisition; created icons and layout/typography work.

Senior Designer at Quiz Clothing

December 31, 2021 - September 11, 2025

Senior designer responsible for the visual tone across digital touchpoints (store video screens, in-store iPads, website, social, and digital advertising). Liaised with multiple departments to ensure brand DNA was consistent; managed store print and packaging; mentored junior designers; organized file transfer and assisted the photography studio with image retouching and colour correction.

Freelance Designer at Various Organisations and Businesses

January 1, 2009 - Present

Promotional flyers/leaflets and tickets for talks and student events; logos, illustrations, and business cards for smaller businesses.

Mid-weight Designer at Pion (formerly Student Beans)

December 31, 2024 - September 17, 2025

Reported to the lead designer on all jobs, ensuring the branding, tone of voice and identity of the company was consistent across digital, print and motion assets. Worked on a vast range of clients, delivering assets for social content (Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube) and data insight reports. Took on lead designer responsibilities for major campaigns and collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet client requirements, solving problems and optimizing assets for maximum use. The role was remote, with responsibilities including co-organising monthly team social calls to maintain connection across the UK.

Graphic Designer / Artwork Lead at BYOMA

January 1, 2024 - Present

Cross between Graphic Artworker and Graphic Designer, managing a high volume of artwork for digital marketing across platforms and partners. Led weekly email marketing and contributed to daily/weekly task management, brief submissions, and cross-department collaboration to ensure timely delivery. Created and edited packaging artwork in multiple languages, ensuring accuracy for printers and suppliers. The role sharpened meticulous attention to detail and enabled cross-skill growth across print and digital.

Freelance Designer at Scottish Police Muslim’s Association (SPMA)

December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025

Produced promotional artwork for events, infographics for social media and helped rework their logo for the 10th anniversary. Liaised with the association’s president to deliver artwork that met briefs and brand guidelines.

Designer (Freelance) at Islamic Society of Britain

December 31, 2015 - September 17, 2025

Liaised with the president to produce their end-of-term report, planning, problem solving and designing a layout that effectively presented content and copy while maintaining strong client relations for efficient revisions.

Designer at Radio Ramadan (The Ark)

December 31, 2016 - September 17, 2025

Collaborated over four years to create posters used during Ramadan, distributed city-wide via local mosques.

Freelance Designer at Halo Media House

December 31, 2013 - September 17, 2025

Rebranded Halo Media House; ensured the redesign translated well across print and digital, including storefront signage to attract new clients.

Graphic Designer at McLaren Software

December 31, 2013 - September 17, 2025

Concepted and designed online informational brochures to support business growth and client acquisition. Created icons and typography-focused assets for various materials.

Freelance Designer at Various Organisations and Businesses

January 1, 2009 - Present

Promotional flyers/leaflets and tickets for talks and student events; logos, illustrations, and business cards for smaller businesses.

Senior Designer at Quiz Clothing

December 31, 2021 - September 17, 2025

Senior designer responsible for the visual tone across all digital touchpoints including store video screens, in-store iPads, app, website, social, and digital advertising. Liaised with multiple departments to ensure brand DNA was consistently applied, solved creative asset issues to meet targets, coordinated printers for campaigns, and contributed to image retouching/colour correction. Mentored junior designers and provided guidance.