I am an organised and friendly independent graphic designer with a diverse range of skills acquired through various roles over nearly twenty years. Alongside nearly a decade of educating students and over a decade of directing a bookshop and print studio, I have developed a unique perspective on graphic design and publishing. While an expert in print, I am also adept with digital tools essential in contemporary design. In 2024, I began a new chapter by returning to education as a student, completing an MA in Communication Design specialising in Typography and Book Design at the University of Reading. This experience has enhanced my research and writing skills and refined my design capabilities. I am now seeking exciting freelance opportunities with creative outcomes and to advance my career.

Matthew Walkerdine

I am an organised and friendly independent graphic designer with a diverse range of skills acquired through various roles over nearly twenty years. Alongside nearly a decade of educating students and over a decade of directing a bookshop and print studio, I have developed a unique perspective on graphic design and publishing. While an expert in print, I am also adept with digital tools essential in contemporary design. In 2024, I began a new chapter by returning to education as a student, completing an MA in Communication Design specialising in Typography and Book Design at the University of Reading. This experience has enhanced my research and writing skills and refined my design capabilities. I am now seeking exciting freelance opportunities with creative outcomes and to advance my career.

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I am an organised and friendly independent graphic designer with a diverse range of skills acquired through various roles over nearly twenty years. Alongside nearly a decade of educating students and over a decade of directing a bookshop and print studio, I have developed a unique perspective on graphic design and publishing. While an expert in print, I am also adept with digital tools essential in contemporary design.

In 2024, I began a new chapter by returning to education as a student, completing an MA in Communication Design specialising in Typography and Book Design at the University of Reading. This experience has enhanced my research and writing skills and refined my design capabilities. I am now seeking exciting freelance opportunities with creative outcomes and to advance my career.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Graphic Designer at Various clients internationally
January 1, 2008 - Present
Worked primarily in editorial design and design for music, focusing on packaging and presentation. Maintained client relationships with arts institutions, cultural organizations, festivals, and small groups, including The Glasgow School of Art and Matador Records. Provided comprehensive print and production management, outsourcing to creative practitioners such as illustrators and photographers when required.
Lecturer in Communication Design at Forth Valley College
January 1, 2018 - September 3, 2025
Designed and delivered courses to undergraduate and postgraduate graphic design, illustration, and photography students. Courses covered print-based projects and exploratory projects involving sound and semiotics.
Co-founder and Director at Good Press, Glasgow
December 31, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Directed and managed a bookshop, print studio, and exhibition/events space. Grew the bookshop from a two-employee founding team to Scotland’s largest and most diverse bookshop. Instigated publishing activities and established an on-site print studio for artists’ books. Managed all design outputs across print, digital, and publication.
Designer at AME Design, Sheffield
January 1, 2008 - September 3, 2025
Designed for various product and packaging applications for clients such as Procter & Gamble and B&Q. Communicated with clients, presented concepts, and incorporated feedback. Progressed quickly to become the in-house graphic designer.

Education

BA (Hons) Product & Furniture Design at Sheffield Hallam University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
MA Communication Design: Typography & Book Design Pathway at University of Reading
January 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Consumer Goods