Hi, I'm Michelle Ellis, a passionate Creative Designer with over 15 years of experience working on diverse freelance projects and in-house roles. I've had the opportunity to manage branding, create print advertising, and develop marketing materials that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy crafting detailed, professional print setups and exploring new design tools to keep my skills fresh and versatile. Throughout my career, I've worked closely with teams to bring brands to life, led creative transitions for companies, and contributed to a variety of projects from concept to final production.

Michelle Ellis

Hi, I'm Michelle Ellis, a passionate Creative Designer with over 15 years of experience working on diverse freelance projects and in-house roles. I've had the opportunity to manage branding, create print advertising, and develop marketing materials that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy crafting detailed, professional print setups and exploring new design tools to keep my skills fresh and versatile. Throughout my career, I've worked closely with teams to bring brands to life, led creative transitions for companies, and contributed to a variety of projects from concept to final production.

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Hi, I’m Michelle Ellis, a passionate Creative Designer with over 15 years of experience working on diverse freelance projects and in-house roles. I’ve had the opportunity to manage branding, create print advertising, and develop marketing materials that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy crafting detailed, professional print setups and exploring new design tools to keep my skills fresh and versatile.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked closely with teams to bring brands to life, led creative transitions for companies, and contributed to a variety of projects from concept to final production.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative & Brand Manager at Pulse-Eight Limited
June 1, 2016 - Present
Played a key role in transitioning Pulse-Eight from a contract manufacturer to a leading brand in the Custom Electronics market. Produced all creative and marketing efforts, launched three successful sub-brands, and managed various tasks including social media, print ads, presentations, technical diagrams, and manuals.
Senior Artworker at Aspenprint
June 30, 2016 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with the Lead Designer to manage the creative team and deliver high-quality designs for the hospitality industry. Utilized expertise in print setup to ensure consistent standards, creating customizable templates for brochures, menus, key card holders, and ads that met client needs.
Design Executive at Concept2Design
April 30, 2014 - July 29, 2025
Managed a Printing.com franchise offering full branding and print packages, creating projects from concept to press-ready files. Also produced local lifestyle magazines, working closely with a small team and sales department, including face-to-face client meetings and brand growth advice.
Graphic Designer at CSL Business Machines
December 31, 2009 - July 29, 2025
Combined design and production for printed products in a commercial copyshop. Created advertising materials, brochures, and operated digital printers and finishing machinery, gaining valuable insight into print design challenges.

Education

BA (hons) at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
BTEC National Diploma at Grantham College
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services