Hi, I'm Craig Gaymer, an experienced Senior Designer and Art Director with over 20 years in the creative industry. I specialize in delivering compelling visual content from concept through to completion, focusing on strong brand development and innovative layouts. Through my career, I have managed complex design projects for notable corporate and editorial clients, consistently delivering work that meets and exceeds brand guidelines. I am passionate about translating briefs into impactful visual concepts and managing the end-to-end publication process with careful attention to detail. I work collaboratively with stakeholders, drawing on my deep knowledge of typography and conceptual design to create high-quality print and digital assets. I'm now seeking senior design roles where I can contribute to creative vision and impactful design solutions.

Craig Gaymer

Hi, I'm Craig Gaymer, an experienced Senior Designer and Art Director with over 20 years in the creative industry. I specialize in delivering compelling visual content from concept through to completion, focusing on strong brand development and innovative layouts. Through my career, I have managed complex design projects for notable corporate and editorial clients, consistently delivering work that meets and exceeds brand guidelines. I am passionate about translating briefs into impactful visual concepts and managing the end-to-end publication process with careful attention to detail. I work collaboratively with stakeholders, drawing on my deep knowledge of typography and conceptual design to create high-quality print and digital assets. I'm now seeking senior design roles where I can contribute to creative vision and impactful design solutions.

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Hi, I’m Craig Gaymer, an experienced Senior Designer and Art Director with over 20 years in the creative industry. I specialize in delivering compelling visual content from concept through to completion, focusing on strong brand development and innovative layouts. Through my career, I have managed complex design projects for notable corporate and editorial clients, consistently delivering work that meets and exceeds brand guidelines.

I am passionate about translating briefs into impactful visual concepts and managing the end-to-end publication process with careful attention to detail. I work collaboratively with stakeholders, drawing on my deep knowledge of typography and conceptual design to create high-quality print and digital assets. I’m now seeking senior design roles where I can contribute to creative vision and impactful design solutions.

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Work Experience

Senior Designer at Laithwaites Wine Magazine
July 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025
Led the design and production of three periodic publications, collaborating closely with the Design Manager to deliver visually compelling and strategically aligned content. Spearheaded monthly magazine design and layout, enhancing reader engagement through sophisticated image research and meticulous artworking. Independently designed diverse print and digital assets such as brochures, catalogues, pitch documents, presentations, and event collateral. Partnered with marketing and senior leadership to translate strategic objectives into impactful visuals, improving workflow efficiency. Managed all photography aspects from concept to final image integration.
Design Consultant: Layout Designer/Senior Designer/Conceptual Designer/Corporate Designer at Various Clients (Manchester/London)
May 1, 2017 - August 11, 2025
Delivered high-impact visual solutions across corporate and editorial clients, leading projects from concept through final production. Responsibilities included conceptual development, advanced layout design, precise artworking, and brand consistency maintenance. Successfully integrated into teams and delivered quality results under tight deadlines. Key clients included Credit Suisse, The Royal Mail, Christie’s Auction House, BIBA Medical, JD Sports, The Art Newspaper, The Independent, New Review magazine, ES magazine, Daily Mail’s Weekend Magazine, the i newspaper, and Scholastic German tutorial magazine.

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Media & Entertainment, Retail, Financial Services, Education, Professional Services