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Hi, I’m Nicole McHugh, a creative designer with 4+ years in the field, specializing in branding, illustration, and digital design. I enjoy turning ideas into powerful visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, delivering visually cohesive branding and marketing materials. I thrive on collaborating with clients to understand briefs and create compelling artwork that exceeds expectations, from catalogues, presentations and branding to social media visuals and web assets.…Hi, I’m Nicole McHugh, a creative designer with 4+ years in the field, specializing in branding, illustration, and digital design. I enjoy turning ideas into powerful visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, delivering visually cohesive branding and marketing materials. I thrive on collaborating with clients to understand briefs and create compelling artwork that exceeds expectations, from catalogues, presentations and branding to social media visuals and web assets.

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Hi, I’m Nicole McHugh, a creative designer with 4+ years in the field, specializing in branding, illustration, and digital design. I enjoy turning ideas into powerful visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, delivering visually cohesive branding and marketing materials. I thrive on collaborating with clients to understand briefs and create compelling artwork that exceeds expectations, from catalogues, presentations and branding to social media visuals and web assets.…Hi, I’m Nicole McHugh, a creative designer with 4+ years in the field, specializing in branding, illustration, and digital design. I enjoy turning ideas into powerful visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, delivering visually cohesive branding and marketing materials. I thrive on collaborating with clients to understand briefs and create compelling artwork that exceeds expectations, from catalogues, presentations and branding to social media visuals and web assets.

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Hi, I’m Nicole McHugh, a creative designer with 4+ years in the field, specializing in branding, illustration, and digital design. I enjoy turning ideas into powerful visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, delivering visually cohesive branding and marketing materials.

I thrive on collaborating with clients to understand briefs and create compelling artwork that exceeds expectations, from catalogues, presentations and branding to social media visuals and web assets.

Skills

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Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Junior Graphic Designer at Gallery Direct Ltd

September 1, 2024 - Present

Created original and digitally enhanced artwork for wall art and typography prints; designed product catalogues with brand-consistent layouts; edited/retouched photography for web and print; interpreted briefs to deliver tailored artwork concepts leading to purchase orders.

Junior Graphic Designer at Baker Ross

April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024

Created catalogues and print-ready files; produced artwork for both printed and digital materials (web banners, email assets, leaflets); developed new illustrations for digital assets; artworked branded packaging; retouched photos for digital assets.

Social Media Marketing at LITTA

March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Created brand-aligned social media content for Instagram and Facebook, posted engaging stories, and developed concepts for promotional strategies to drive online presence.

Junior Sales Representative at London Rock Supplies Ltd

March 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022

Managed sales of aggregates, coordinated deliveries and cart-away orders; built and maintained strong client relationships; handled all email and phone correspondence.

Creative Production Assistant at Treat Republic

June 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020

Created personalized gifts using engraving and sublimation; prepared Photoshop files for customized orders; collaborated with multiple departments to ensure timely completion of orders under strict deadlines; trained new staff members in the department.

Bar Tender at The White Hart

June 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Delivered excellent customer service in a busy environment; developed strong teamwork and communication skills; designed pub chalk boards and displays for events and occasions.

Receptionist at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre

August 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

First point of contact for customers; developed verbal communication skills; upsold services and handled enquiries and complaints; collaborated with departments to resolve queries efficiently.

Shop Assistant at British Home Stores

August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2016

Customer service role supporting retail operations.

Part-time Bar Tender at The White Hart

June 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Developed excellent customer service skills and the ability to work proficiently in a busy environment under pressure; built teamwork and communication; designed pub chalk boards and displays for events.

Part-time Receptionist at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre

August 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

First point of contact for customers both face-to-face and over the phone; developed verbal communication skills; upselling skills; coordinated with different departments to ensure queries were dealt with efficiently.

Part-time Shop Assistant at British Home Stores

August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2016

Customer assistance, stock display support, and helping the team with daily tasks to maintain store standards.