Oliver Kay is a Graphic Designer & Visual Director based in London, with a degree in Graphic Design from the University of Brighton and eight years professional experience within the music and fashion industry. Oliver is fluent in many professional design tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere, After Effects, Sketch, Figma and Keynote, as well as having experience with Blender and FontLab. Oliver has a wealth of knowledge designing for a wide variety of graphic mediums. Within his practice, he has designed brand identities, digital campaigns, printed publications, 3D and video based promotional material, physical media packaging, merchandise, knitwear and repeat fabric patterns. He has shot and edited short films and moving pieces, assisted in photography shoots and styling and has been involved in production and creative recruitment. Previous full-time employers include Maharishi, Boiler Room, Fiorucci and Heard Agency. Freelance clients include Adidas, Ellesse, Sony Music, GALA Festival, Minor Figures, NTS Radio, RTFKT, Superimpose Studio, Unified Goods, Venue MOT and Young. Oliver’s effective and highly nuanced design sensibilities are informed by a combination of a deep-seated and continued fascination with contemporary visual culture, alongside over half a decade studying in arts education. His aptitude to manage - often concurrent - projects with quality, depth, independence and rigour is demonstrated in his diverse portfolio, working with a host of regarded brands and collaborators across many demanding projects.

Oliver Kay

Oliver Kay is a Graphic Designer & Visual Director based in London, with a degree in Graphic Design from the University of Brighton and eight years professional experience within the music and fashion industry. Oliver is fluent in many professional design tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere, After Effects, Sketch, Figma and Keynote, as well as having experience with Blender and FontLab. Oliver has a wealth of knowledge designing for a wide variety of graphic mediums. Within his practice, he has designed brand identities, digital campaigns, printed publications, 3D and video based promotional material, physical media packaging, merchandise, knitwear and repeat fabric patterns. He has shot and edited short films and moving pieces, assisted in photography shoots and styling and has been involved in production and creative recruitment. Previous full-time employers include Maharishi, Boiler Room, Fiorucci and Heard Agency. Freelance clients include Adidas, Ellesse, Sony Music, GALA Festival, Minor Figures, NTS Radio, RTFKT, Superimpose Studio, Unified Goods, Venue MOT and Young. Oliver’s effective and highly nuanced design sensibilities are informed by a combination of a deep-seated and continued fascination with contemporary visual culture, alongside over half a decade studying in arts education. His aptitude to manage - often concurrent - projects with quality, depth, independence and rigour is demonstrated in his diverse portfolio, working with a host of regarded brands and collaborators across many demanding projects.

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Oliver Kay is a Graphic Designer & Visual Director based in London, with a degree in Graphic Design from the University of Brighton and eight years professional experience within the music and fashion industry.
Oliver is fluent in many professional design tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere, After Effects, Sketch, Figma and Keynote, as well as having experience with Blender and FontLab.
Oliver has a wealth of knowledge designing for a wide variety of graphic mediums. Within his practice, he has designed brand identities, digital campaigns, printed publications, 3D and video based promotional material, physical media packaging, merchandise, knitwear and repeat fabric patterns. He has shot and edited short films and moving pieces, assisted in photography shoots and styling and has been involved in production and creative recruitment.
Previous full-time employers include Maharishi, Boiler Room, Fiorucci and Heard Agency. Freelance clients include Adidas, Ellesse, Sony Music, GALA Festival, Minor Figures, NTS Radio, RTFKT, Superimpose Studio, Unified Goods, Venue MOT and Young.
Oliver’s effective and highly nuanced design sensibilities are informed by a combination of a deep-seated and continued fascination with contemporary visual culture, alongside over half a decade studying in arts education.
His aptitude to manage - often concurrent - projects with quality, depth, independence and rigour is demonstrated in his diverse portfolio, working with a host of regarded brands and collaborators across many demanding projects.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Maharishi
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Graphics and print design for mainline collections and collaborations. In-depth Techpacking for a wide range of garments and accessories. Design for social media and e-com.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Various
October 1, 2020 - Present
Worked with diverse clients including Adidas, Boiler Room, and Ellesse, handling various design projects such as digital campaigns, brand identities, and merchandise.
Art Director/Lead Graphic Designer at Heard Agency
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Content creation and direction for all clients and internal projects, managing visual identity and strategy.
Graphic Designer at Fiorucci
May 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Graphics for menswear, womenswear, fabric prints, and accessories. Involved in seasonal art direction, photography, and shoot direction.
Graphic Designer at Boiler Room
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Designed internal and partnership events flyers and socials, along with campaign and project design.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University of Brighton
September 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
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