I have run a public art and illustration business for over six years with my business partner Lauren Jefferis called Pickle Illustration. We focus on connecting communities through creative artistry and workshops. By turning spaces into places with our public art, we foster community through shared experiences and add personality to communications and packaging.…

Olivia Collins

I have run a public art and illustration business for over six years with my business partner Lauren Jefferis called Pickle Illustration. We focus on connecting communities through creative artistry and workshops. By turning spaces into places with our public art, we foster community through shared experiences and add personality to communications and packaging.…

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I have run a public art and illustration business for over six years with my business partner Lauren Jefferis called Pickle Illustration. We focus on connecting communities through creative artistry and workshops. By turning spaces into places with our public art, we foster community through shared experiences and add personality to communications and packaging.

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Work Experience

Co-founder at Pickle Illustration
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Delivering creative projects from start to finish for businesses and communities. Included clients such as the National Trust, Shake Shack, and events such as the Birmingham Weekender.
Marketplace Assistant at Supersonic Festival
January 1, 2025 - Present
Overseeing the smooth running of the festival marketplace and managing volunteers. Responsibilities included meeting and setting up market stall traders, meeting artists, and supporting workshops.
Event Decor Dressing at Shiny People
January 1, 2025 - Present
Worked alongside clients to bring their events to life with props, fabrics, and lighting, adhering to health and safety regulations.
Art-worker at Cotton Clara
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Prepared files for print and created illustrations for embroidery, as well as vectorizing artworks for production.
Technical Design Staff at Loughborough University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Assisted students with Adobe InDesign queries while working alongside a workshop leader.
Graphic Design Intern at Dot Dash Design
January 1, 2018 - Present
Designed surface pattern designs through digital and multimedia techniques for licensing.
Team Member at Tesco
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Responsible for the upkeep of the general merchandise department and ensuring pricing accuracy.

Education

1st Class BA Hons Degree at Loughborough University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

Qualifications

John Mack Foundation Award
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization