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Hi, I’m Stephen Sidney, a passionate artist and designer based in London. I specialize in fine art and graphic design, working across various creative projects including visual communication for healthcare, gallery curation, and freelance commissions. My experience ranges from collaborating with prestigious clients to showcasing my art in galleries like Tate Britain.
I love bringing innovative ideas to life through bold visuals and have a keen interest in merging artistic creativity with strategic design. Whether curating exhibitions or designing album covers, I aim to create engaging and impactful work that connects with diverse audiences.
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Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Design Assistant and Creative at McCann Health London
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Worked in the creative and visual/design departments producing digital and print assets for cosmetic and pharmaceutical clients such as Biontech and Sandoz. Responsibilities included product/packaging design, UI for web and apps, posters, storyboards, presentations, and social media content. Led creation of innovative concepts for clients like L’Oreal and McDonalds, developed pitch boards, and presented campaigns to clients with all pitches reaching the final stage.
Gallery Curator at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Coordinated exhibitions, managed budgets, hosted events, greeted and briefed guests, interviewed and curated artists including Janette Parris, and handled sales communication between customers and artists. Secured notable VIP guests such as Turner Prize winner Mark Wallinger, contributing to the gallery's success in a fast-paced environment.
Marketing Assistant and Graphic Designer at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Created promotional materials including filmed interviews, digital and physical posters, and zines. Implemented new website analytics and SEO strategies, coordinating content distribution across marketing channels and promoting gallery exhibitions and artists.
Self-employed Fine Artist at Stephen Sidney Art Ltd
January 1, 2020 - June 10, 2024Displayed artworks in galleries including Tate Britain and managed gallery representation with institutions like Buckingham Fine Art. Developed and sold art pieces, engaged in various exhibitions nationally and internationally.
Graphic Designer/Artist and Visual Communicator at NeuroComputing Lab (NCL)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Collaborated with scientists to produce artworks, update images, diagrams, and visual assets for publications and presentations. Engaged in discussions to help formalize visual communication strategies for scientific research.
Logistics Operative at GP Batteries
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Managed warehouse operations including booking, archiving, packaging, and distribution of international stock shipments. Coordinated communication with global suppliers, customers, and couriers while utilizing strong organizational and data tracking skills.
Artist in Residence and Chemical Studies at Colart x Windsor & Newton
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Collaborated with paint scientists and chemists to produce imaginative paintings showcasing products, exhibited at Elephant West gallery and later acquired by Hook Art gallery (Buckingham Fine Art).
Art Director, Graphic Designer, Apparel Designer, and Social Content Creator at AXIOM network DnB record label
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Led initial art direction and designed album covers, logos, promotional materials, social posts, animations, and merchandise for a London/Bournemouth emerging music label. Regularly commissioned following successful brand launch with sold out apparel at events.
‘IGNITE’ Design Assistant and Creative at McCann Health London
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Worked in the creative and visual/design departments producing digital and print designs/assets for cosmetic and pharmaceutical clients including product packaging, UI designs, posters, storyboards, and presentations. Oversaw social media post production and internal briefing aesthetics. Led concept ideation and creation of campaigns for clients like L’Oreal, McDonalds, and Hallmark, with multiple pitches reaching final client presentations.
Gallery Curator at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Coordinated exhibitions, budgeting, and show curation in a fast-paced small team environment. Hosted events, greeted guests, and conducted artist briefings. Managed sales communications between customers and artists. Interviewed, curated, and hosted shows including a prestigious Janette Parris exhibition with VIP attendance secured.
Marketing Assistant and Graphic Designer at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Produced promotional materials including filmed artist interviews, studio visits, digital and physical posters, and zines. Coordinated peer review and distribution of content. Implemented traffic data analytics, SEO, and user engagement tracking for gallery marketing channels.
Self-employed Fine Artist at Stephen Sidney Art Ltd
January 1, 2020 - June 25, 2025Exhibited in notable venues like Tate Britain and Piccadilly Circus. Represented by multiple galleries with gallery sales and commissioned works. Developed and promoted artistic business independently.
‘IGNITE’ Design Assistant and Creative at McCann Health London
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Worked in the creative and visual/design departments of a global healthcare advertising company. Responsibilities included producing digital and print designs/assets for cosmetic and pharmaceutical companies such as Biontech and Sandoz; overseeing social media post production; and revamping internal briefing aesthetics. Led creation of innovative concepts for clients like L’Oreal, McDonalds, and Hallmark, developing pitch boards for campaigns involving product design, billboard mock-ups, and presentations which consistently reached final client approval.
Curator at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Coordinated exhibitions in a fast-paced gallery environment, successfully budgeting, organizing, and curating shows. Hosted events, greeted guests, presented artist information, and managed sales communications and payments. Interviewed and hosted artist Janette Parris, securing VIP attendance including Turner Prize winner Mark Wallinger.
Marketing Assistant and Graphic Designer at LUVA Gallery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Created promotional materials including filmed artist interviews, digital and physical posters, and zines. Implemented traffic data analytics, SEO, and user engagement tracking for digital promotions across various channels. Peer-reviewed content collaboratively and coordinated distribution.
Fine Artist at Stephen Sidney Art Ltd (Self-employed)
January 1, 2020 - June 13, 2024Displayed works at Tate Britain, Nasty Magazine, Piccadilly Circus, and Coastal Creative Florida. Secured gallery representation and sales through institutions such as Buckingham Fine Art and Hook Art.
Graphic Designer/Artist and Visual Communicator at The NeuroComputing Lab (NCL)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Collaborated with scientists to produce artworks, update images, diagrams, and assets for the NCL’s website, papers, and presentations. Engaged in visual communication improvements for research publications (contributions not yet public).
Freelance Album Cover Designer at Independent Clients
January 1, 2021 - June 13, 2024Designed album covers for producers from the Abbey Road Institute, DnB labels, and independent artists, with some works achieving over 1 million streams. Submitted upcoming designs for the D&AD design awards.
Freelance Fashion Graphic Designer at Independent Clients
January 1, 2021 - June 13, 2024Designed graphics and artworks for a Polish fitness streetwear brand, consulting on visual branding, merchandise designs, tech packs, and sample production. Completed various fashion design commissions alongside album cover projects.
Logistics Operative at GP Batteries
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Managed warehouse administration overseeing international deliveries, including booking, managing, archiving, packaging, and distribution of high-volume stock and shipments. Coordinated communication with global suppliers, customers, and couriers, requiring strong organizational and data analysis skills.
Artist in Residence and Chemical Studies at Colart x Windsor & Newton
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Collaborated with paint scientists, chemists, and engineers over 2 months, followed by producing paintings showcasing products creatively. Exhibited works at Colart’s Elephant West gallery, with pieces later acquired by Hook Art gallery collections.
Education
BA Fine Art at Central Saint Martins, University Arts London
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Foundation Diploma at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Diploma in Professional Studies at DPS (UAL)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022BA Fine Art at Central Saint Martins, University Arts London
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Foundation Diploma at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Diploma in professional studies at DPS (UAL)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022BA Fine Art at Central Saint Martins, University Arts London
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Foundation Diploma at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Qualifications
BA Fine Art
September 28, 2019 - July 29, 2023Diploma in Professional studies
September 29, 2021 - June 29, 2022Foundation degree in art and design
September 29, 2018 - June 29, 2019Diploma in Professional Studies
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Grade 8 with Merit
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Combined Cadet Force Instructor Certificate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018CCF Teaching Qualification
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Grade 8 with Merit
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Combined Cadet Force Instructor certificate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018CCF Teaching qualification
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Grade 8 with Merit
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025Combined Cadet Force Instructor certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025CCF Teaching qualification
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services
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