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I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer creating bold, high-impact visuals across digital and campaign environments.
My work spans social, branding, campaigns, and cultural organisations, including BBC, Barbican and New Art Exchange, with a focus on engagement, storytelling, and visual impact.
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Freelance
July 1, 2017 - PresentWorked on various design projects for clients, including branding, illustration, and visual identity. Developed creative concepts and delivered high-quality design solutions that aligned with clients' objectives.
Illustrator at Independent
January 1, 2015 - PresentCreated original illustrations for books, magazines, and online publications. Collaborated with writers and editors to develop visuals that enhance the storytelling experience.
Lead Graphic Designer / Facilitator at Barbican Centre
January 1, 2025 - November 7, 2025Designed and facilitated 'HOME' visual art workshops, developed visual materials for exhibitions and sessions; managed long-term creative planning. Held space for vulnerable participants and guided creative expression across generations.
Freelance Designer & Artist at Nottingham & Remote
January 1, 2017 - November 7, 2025Delivered freelance commissions including murals, branding, zines, podcast art, and workshop visuals. Clients included BBC, Lakeside Arts, Arnold Borough Council, St Pancras International, and more. Produced socially engaged art rooted in fat Black joy, resistance, and cultural memory. Developed personal projects and multi-artform work in design, sound, and visual storytelling.
Graphic Designer / Workshop Facilitator at Lakeside Arts, University of Nottingham, UK
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Produced a youth-led publication with Inspire Urself Dance Troupe. Delivered designs using Photoshop, InDesign, and original photography. Balanced DIY aesthetics with brand cohesion and accessibility.
Creative Recovery & R&D Period at Various
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Conducted school workshops on sustainability and creativity; collaborated with local artists to foster environmental awareness; developed promotional materials and applied eco-friendly design practices.
Freelance Vocal Tutor & Workshop Leader at UK & Germany
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Designed and facilitated vocal and visual arts workshops for young people, creatives, and choirs. Delivered programmes for WOW Festival, Mouthy Poets, Woche gegen Rassismus, and more. Led cross-cultural arts projects focusing on liberation, heritage, and body politics. Proficiencies include Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Printing & Painting, Branding & Identity, Workshop Design & Facilitation, Social Media Visuals, Publication Design, UX/UI.
Artist-in-Residence at City Arts
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Artist-in-Residence at City Arts (2020-2024); contributed to public art and community engagement.
Muralist at YMCA, Windrush Tribute, Eric Irons Tribute
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Created murals as part of public art projects recognizing Windrush and community figures.
Freelance Designer & Educator at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - PresentCreated digital-first visuals and brand content for cultural organisations and media brands, delivering campaigns, social graphics, zines, editorial layouts, and marketing assets across print and digital platforms. Led projects from concept through final delivery, adapting ideas to feedback and context while building strong visual identity and storytelling.
Lecturer at Confetti / West Nottinghamshire College (BeatNOTTS)
January 1, 2014 - PresentDelivered teaching on graphic design, visual communication, and creative thinking. Supported students in developing clear layouts, typography, and concept skills; created lesson content focused on practical projects and portfolio development.
Education
Degree in Graphic Media Design at University of the Arts London
September 1, 2000 - June 1, 2004specialising in Illustration and Moving Image
BA (Hons) Graphic & Media Design (Moving Image & Illustration) at London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, UK
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004Advanced Art & Design, BND in Popular Music (Distinction) at New College Nottingham, UK
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024GCSEs & BTEC Media at Djanogly CTC, Nottingham, UK
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996New Entrepreneur Scholarships (Certificate of Achievement) at NBV, Nottingham, UK
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007Creative Cloud Courses: Adobe Suite at Real Creative Futures, Nottingham, UK
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Marketing (L3), Business Admin (L1), Personal Wellbeing (L1) at DBC Training, Nottingham, UK
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007Qualifications
DYCP Award Winner, Arts Council England
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Vocal Tutor - BeatKnots Academy
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Illustrator - MPT Magazine
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Illustrator - LeftLion
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Frieze Feature
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Windrush mural commission, British Council Jamaica
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Public Prize Award, New Art Exchange
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Artist-in-Residence - City Arts
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Other
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