I am an illustrator and graphic designer with twenty years of experience in the creative industry. Throughout my career, I have managed and fulfilled projects for both small and large clients. My work includes murals, live drawing, logo design, branding, packaging, editorial, and album art, to name a few, with a focus on hand-rendered type and illustration. Some of the clients I have worked with include Hoka, Fire Records, Altogether Otherwise / NOMA Manchester, The Lemonheads, Rooster Brewery, Folkl of New Zealand, Weird Walk, Liberty London, Concord Records and Long Way Up Production, amongst many others. I am currently looking to join a new creative team as well as freelance projects. You can see more of my work at: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Gordon Armstrong (Mr Gordo)

Gordon Armstrong

I am an illustrator and graphic designer with twenty years of experience in the creative industry. Throughout my career, I have managed and fulfilled projects for both small and large clients. My work includes murals, live drawing, logo design, branding, packaging, editorial, and album art, to name a few, with a focus on hand-rendered type and illustration. Some of the clients I have worked with include Hoka, Fire Records, Altogether Otherwise / NOMA Manchester, The Lemonheads, Rooster Brewery, Folkl of New Zealand, Weird Walk, Liberty London, Concord Records and Long Way Up Production, amongst many others. I am currently looking to join a new creative team as well as freelance projects. You can see more of my work at: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Gordon Armstrong (Mr Gordo)

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I am an illustrator and graphic designer with twenty years of experience in the creative industry. Throughout my career, I have managed and fulfilled projects for both small and large clients. My work includes murals, live drawing, logo design, branding, packaging, editorial, and album art, to name a few, with a focus on hand-rendered type and illustration.

Some of the clients I have worked with include Hoka, Fire Records, Altogether Otherwise / NOMA Manchester, The Lemonheads, Rooster Brewery, Folkl of New Zealand, Weird Walk, Liberty London, Concord Records and Long Way Up Production, amongst many others.

I am currently looking to join a new creative team as well as freelance projects.

You can see more of my work at: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

Gordon Armstrong (Mr Gordo)

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer & Artworker at FIRE RECORDS
November 1, 2023 - Present
Graphic Designer and Artworker responsible for creating and delivering design assets, branding, and marketing collateral for clients. Develops paid social assets, internal marketing content, and ensures brand guideline alignment. Collaborates with marketing, product, and production teams to deliver assets for digital campaigns, email, and social channels; handles client briefs and tight deadlines.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer at ALTOGETHER OTHERWISE
November 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance illustrator and graphic designer delivering concept art and production-ready artwork for clients; creates mood boards, develops marketing collateral, and supports branding projects for local and remote clients.
Senior Designer at PRINT.INC
July 31, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Responsible for the creation of all creative assets across the business, from paid social assets to internal marketing. Ensures content and marketing collateral align with brand guidelines. Works with marketing to deliver email, competition, marketing, and social assets; collaborates with e-commerce and product teams to produce site content and assets; liaises with suppliers and internal teams to develop and launch new products; creates product templates and assets for customer use and artwork specs for product pages. Builds email templates and campaigns in Mailchimp; uses Infigo platform to update the Print.inc website and add new products; collaborates with VIP team to deliver merchandise design solutions.
Senior Designer at Awesome Merch
August 31, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Led design and development of custom merchandise products, managing production processes, supplier relationships, finishes, and viability assessments; created templates and assets for new and existing products; led branding and design for marketing materials.
Product Development & Design at Awesome Merch
May 31, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Paralleled duties to senior designer role with a stronger focus on production processes and launching new custom merchandise products.
Junior Designer at Analogue
April 30, 2017 - September 15, 2025
Worked with a small creative team to generate ideas and creative solutions; produced final designs (logos, banners, menus, promo material); pitched ideas; supported senior staff with designated tasks; incorporated feedback to improve workflow and output.
Studio Manager at Seven Doors Tattoo
November 30, 2015 - September 15, 2025
Sole manager of a demanding and fast-paced studio: opened a new studio, built strong relationships with clients and guest artists; organized schedules for up to ten resident/international artists; designed and produced promotional material and merchandise; coordinated exhibitions and events; managed finances and training; handled inquiries and general admin.
Studio Manager at Jolie Rouge
February 28, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Sole manager of an intimate and busy studio; duties paralleled to the Seven Doors role, including studio operations, client relations, promotions, and administration.
Production Editor at Redwood BBDO
February 29, 2012 - September 15, 2025
Production Editor on LIV, Volvo’s global consumer magazine; managed schedules across versions, liaised with clients and print management, tracked freelancer spend, chased invoices, and ensured timely production across languages.
Advertising Production Coordinator at Redwood BBDO
June 30, 2009 - September 15, 2025
Processed adverts to meet required specifications; liaised with agencies, clients, and repro houses to ensure all adverts were print-ready by deadlines.
Assistant Designer at Blowback Magazine
April 30, 2007 - September 15, 2025
Designed a variety of articles, adverts, residential pages, and promotional flyers for a national counter-culture magazine; contributed to design solutions and layout.
MAC Operator at Havas People
November 30, 2006 - September 15, 2025
Produced recruitment adverts for regional and national publications, supporting the design and production process.

Education

BA Hons in Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University
September 1, 2003 - June 1, 2006
Graphic Design BA Hons at Nottingham Trent University
September 1, 2003 - June 1, 2006

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Industry Experience

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