I am a Cornwall-based creative specializing in branding and visual design for digital and print media. I develop and refresh brands, design websites and social media assets, craft video graphics, and produce fashion-focused magazine layouts with detailed image retouching. I enjoy collaborating directly with clients and fellow artists to deliver on time and with sustainable sourcing whenever possible. Beyond design, I have hands-on experience in hospitality and tailoring, including cafe operations, barista training, pattern cutting, and garment alterations. I’m passionate about nutrition, wellness, and sustainability across fashion and food, and I’m open to freelance and full-time opportunities that blend creativity with responsible production.

Sarah Spurgeon

I am a Cornwall-based creative specializing in branding and visual design for digital and print media. I develop and refresh brands, design websites and social media assets, craft video graphics, and produce fashion-focused magazine layouts with detailed image retouching. I enjoy collaborating directly with clients and fellow artists to deliver on time and with sustainable sourcing whenever possible. Beyond design, I have hands-on experience in hospitality and tailoring, including cafe operations, barista training, pattern cutting, and garment alterations. I’m passionate about nutrition, wellness, and sustainability across fashion and food, and I’m open to freelance and full-time opportunities that blend creativity with responsible production.

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I am a Cornwall-based creative specializing in branding and visual design for digital and print media. I develop and refresh brands, design websites and social media assets, craft video graphics, and produce fashion-focused magazine layouts with detailed image retouching. I enjoy collaborating directly with clients and fellow artists to deliver on time and with sustainable sourcing whenever possible.

Beyond design, I have hands-on experience in hospitality and tailoring, including cafe operations, barista training, pattern cutting, and garment alterations. I’m passionate about nutrition, wellness, and sustainability across fashion and food, and I’m open to freelance and full-time opportunities that blend creativity with responsible production.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Fashion Design Assistant
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Involved in branding and visual design of digital materials for the website, video content, social media, email campaigns, and paid advertisements. Created printed materials for presentations, marketing resources, brochures, pull-up banners, and backdrops. Worked on magazine layouts related to fashion and lifestyle, performed extensive image retouching, and collaborated directly with clients to fulfil requirements within deadlines. Collaborated with artists, utilized 3D scanning, retouching, color matching, and printing at a specialized printing studio.
Health and Wellness
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Role involved applying health and wellness knowledge to customer guidance, assisting in product selection, and contributing to team tasks around merchandising, promotions, and store operations.
Shop Assistant
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Collaborated within a sales team on tasks such as working with fresh food, serving customers, restocking, arranging merchandise, placing orders, and supervising other staff members. Contributed to setting up product displays, managing promotions, and handling both cash and card transactions.
Tailoring Assistant
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Engaged in pattern cutting, CAD garment illustrations, and managed sample development. Also involved in pattern cutting, sewing, and overseeing alterations, while utilizing various industrial sewing machines.
The Logical Choice
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Hybrid in Cornwall (and Remote in Cornwall) role supporting design and tailoring projects with a focus on fashion and customization, collaborating with clients to fulfill requirements in hybrid/remote settings.
Fashion Design Assistant at The Logical Choice / Freelance
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Supported fashion design, pattern cutting, CAD garment illustrations, and sample development; collaborated with clients; contributed to sustainable fabric sourcing and production workflows within a freelance/hybrid Cornwall setting.
Health and Wellness at Blend
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Delivered health and wellness guidance to customers, assisted in product development, and supported store operations including promotions and merchandising in Newquay, Cornwall.
Shop Assistant at Cabana Seven
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Customer service, merchandise restocking, and order handling for a remote operation.
Barista at Randles Coffee Shop
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Coffee preparation, customer service, opening/closing procedures, inventory management and team collaboration; health and safety training.
Tailoring Assistant at House of Tailoring
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Pattern cutting, sewing, and overseeing alterations; utilized industrial sewing machines to customize garments for clients.
Junior Graphic Designer / Retoucher at The Logical Choice / Freelance
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Supported graphic design and editorial retouching tasks; collaborated with clients to fulfill creative requirements.

Education

BA Fashion Design at Kingston University
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Art & Design Foundation at University of the Creative Arts (Farnham)
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
A Levels in Art & Textiles at Gordons School, West End, Surrey
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
GCSEs at Gordons School, West End, Surrey
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
BA Fashion Design at Kingston University Of Art
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026
Art & Design Foundation at University of the Creative Arts (Farnham)
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026
A Levels in Art & Textiles at Sixth-form Gordons School, West End, Surrey
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026
GCSEs (8 total) including Maths & English at Gordons School, West End, Surrey
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026

Qualifications

Food Safety & Hygiene Training
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet