I was very excited to see the Freelance Album Cover Art opportunity! With my extensive background in graphic design and a passion for creating visually compelling artwork for music, I am confident I can deliver an exceptional album cover for "Luminous Darkness." With over 25 years of experience in graphic design, I have a proven track record of creating original artwork that aligns with the music's atmosphere and theme. In my previous roles, including senior positions at Universal Music and The National Theatre, I honed my skills in visual communication and creative problem-solving. My expertise includes developing concepts that reflect a song's title and mood, providing high-resolution digital files suitable for streaming platforms and social media, and incorporating feedback and revisions as needed within the project timeline. As you can see from my LinkedIn profile [Your LinkedIn Profile Link], my portfolio showcases my ability to create visually stunning and impactful album and single cover art. I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to interpret the song "Luminous Darkness" and create a visually compelling piece that captures its essence. I am committed to ensuring timely delivery of the final artwork by the specified February deadline. I am eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to this project and am confident that I can deliver an album cover that exceeds your expectations. Thank you for considering my application. I would love the opportunity to discuss my creative vision for "Luminous Darkness." Yours sincerely, Mark Millington

Mark Millington

I was very excited to see the Freelance Album Cover Art opportunity! With my extensive background in graphic design and a passion for creating visually compelling artwork for music, I am confident I can deliver an exceptional album cover for "Luminous Darkness." With over 25 years of experience in graphic design, I have a proven track record of creating original artwork that aligns with the music's atmosphere and theme. In my previous roles, including senior positions at Universal Music and The National Theatre, I honed my skills in visual communication and creative problem-solving. My expertise includes developing concepts that reflect a song's title and mood, providing high-resolution digital files suitable for streaming platforms and social media, and incorporating feedback and revisions as needed within the project timeline. As you can see from my LinkedIn profile [Your LinkedIn Profile Link], my portfolio showcases my ability to create visually stunning and impactful album and single cover art. I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to interpret the song "Luminous Darkness" and create a visually compelling piece that captures its essence. I am committed to ensuring timely delivery of the final artwork by the specified February deadline. I am eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to this project and am confident that I can deliver an album cover that exceeds your expectations. Thank you for considering my application. I would love the opportunity to discuss my creative vision for "Luminous Darkness." Yours sincerely, Mark Millington

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I was very excited to see the Freelance Album Cover Art opportunity! With my extensive background in graphic design and a passion for creating visually compelling artwork for music, I am confident I can deliver an exceptional album cover for “Luminous Darkness.”
With over 25 years of experience in graphic design, I have a proven track record of creating original artwork that aligns with the music’s atmosphere and theme. In my previous roles, including senior positions at Universal Music and The National Theatre, I honed my skills in visual communication and creative problem-solving.
My expertise includes developing concepts that reflect a song’s title and mood, providing high-resolution digital files suitable for streaming platforms and social media, and incorporating feedback and revisions as needed within the project timeline. As you can see from my LinkedIn profile [Your LinkedIn Profile Link], my portfolio showcases my ability to create visually stunning and impactful album and single cover art.
I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to interpret the song “Luminous Darkness” and create a visually compelling piece that captures its essence. I am committed to ensuring timely delivery of the final artwork by the specified February deadline.
I am eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to this project and am confident that I can deliver an album cover that exceeds your expectations. Thank you for considering my application. I would love the opportunity to discuss my creative vision for “Luminous Darkness.”

Yours sincerely,
Mark Millington

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English
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Work Experience

Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Accountable for everyday creative work for The Aspinall Foundation including design for charity print and digital assets; signage for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks, enclosures and wayward signage including cafés and information posters.
Senior Creative at Bill Kenwright Ltd
March 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company specialising in supplying B2B music production for the creative industry. Reported to the Director of Marketing, led brand refresh activities for client contracts in international markets, oversaw design team, delegated workload, managed design budget, commissioned 3rd party contracts, and signed off on finished projects. Also responsible for live events such as South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
November 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for clients in the music and arts sectors; responsible for concept-to-completion design across digital and print; involved in managing design budgets and outsourcing.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 1, 2018 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company specialising in supplying B2B music production; managed design team, budgets and finished projects; collaborated with marketing and client teams.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Design leadership for charity print and digital assets; educator for Key Stage 3-5 design; manage signage and campaigns for The Aspinall Foundation and Port Lympne wildlife parks.
Senior Creative at Bill Kenwright Ltd
March 31, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design processes for the company, including brand refresh activities for international markets; oversaw a design team and managed budgets; contributed to live event and promotional campaigns.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 1, 2018 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design processes for clients in the music, theatre and arts sectors; directed brand refresh activities and managed a design team across international markets; coordinated print and digital collateral.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Graphic design and education for The Aspinall Foundation; responsible for everyday creative work for charity including print and digital assets, signage for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks, cafes and information posters.
Senior Creative at Bill Kenwright Ltd
March 31, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company supplying B2B music production; led brand refresh activities for international client contracts; oversaw design team, budget, third-party contracts, and sign-off on finished projects; involved in live events such as South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.
Independent Contracts at Independent Contracts
September 30, 2018 - September 9, 2025
Freelance graphic design projects for numerous clients, coordinating design from concept through to digital and print-ready artwork.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Leading design for The Aspinall Foundation's print and digital assets; Port Lympne and Howletts signage; cafés and information posters; teaching graphic design to Key Stage 3-5 students toward GCSE and A Level qualifications.
Designer at Bill Kenwright Ltd
March 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Led brand refresh activities; managed design team; budget oversight; commissioned 3rd party contracts; produced on- and off-line campaigns and promotional materials including live event campaigns.
Design Consultant and Concept Creative at Independent Contracts
September 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Successfully manage and coordinate graphic design projects from concept through to digital and print-ready artwork for numerous client contracts; led concept development and creative direction.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Independent Contracts
April 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance graphic design and education engagements; developing branding and campaigns in arts and entertainment sectors.
Head of Design at Aspinall Foundation
March 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Led creative design for The Aspinall Foundation including print and digital assets, enclosure signage for Port Lympne and Howletts, and related campaigns; maintained brand guidelines.
Lead Designer at Bill Kenwright Ltd
November 1, 2019 - September 15, 2025
Creative lead producing on- and offline assets for theatrical productions; covering promotional campaigns across the country.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company supplying B2B music production; brand refresh; oversaw design team, budgets, 3rd party contracts; included live event work (SXSW, The Great Escape, MIPTV Cannes).
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Graphic Design Designer and educator contributing to charity campaigns and educational initiatives within the Aspinall Foundation.
Head of Design at The Aspinall Foundation
March 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Accountable for the everyday creative work for The Aspinall Foundation including design for all charity projects; signage for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks, enclosures and wayfinding signage including cafés and information posters.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for the company supplying B2B music production; oversaw brand refresh activities and live events including South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.
Graphic Design Designer | Educator at The Aspinall Foundation
April 1, 2023 - Present
Accountable for everyday creative work for the charity including print and digital assets; signage for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks; cafés and information posters.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
September 30, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company supplying B2B music production; managed brand refresh activities for client contracts in international markets; oversaw design team, budget, 3rd party contracts, and finished projects; involved in live events and campaigns (South by Southwest, The Great Escape, MIPTV Cannes).
Graphic Design Designer / Educator at Aspinall Foundation
March 31, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Graphic Design Designer / Educator within Aspinall Foundation, responsible for design across charity print and digital assets, branding and campaigns for Port Lympne and Howletts wildlife parks; contributed to signage, wayfinding and promotional materials; supported theatrical and offline media campaigns.
Graphic Designer / Creative Lead at Bill Kenwright Ltd
November 30, 2019 - September 15, 2025
Led comprehensive creative design processes for theatre and entertainment campaigns; managed brand guidelines, contributed to international marketing materials, oversaw design teams, and delivered print and digital assets for shows and campaigns.
Senior Creative / Independent Contractor at Independent Contracts
September 30, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Led design projects for multiple client contracts in music, theatre and arts; directed branding refreshes, created packaging and marketing materials, and coordinated with third-party vendors; contributed to events and campaigns across international markets.
Senior Creative at Independent Contracts
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2018
Led comprehensive creative design process for a company supplying B2B music production for the creative industry. Reported to the Director of Marketing and led brand refresh activities for client contracts in international markets. Oversaw design team, delegated workload, managed design budget, commissioned 3rd party contracts, and signed-off on finished projects. Also responsible for live events such as South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.
Senior Creative at Bill Kenwright Ltd
August 1, 2020 - March 1, 2023
Led comprehensive creative design process for theatre/entertainment campaigns under the company’s marketing department; executed brand refresh and collateral development for international markets; managed design teams and external contracts; coordinated live-event assets for campaigns including South by Southwest, The Great Escape and MIPTV Cannes.

Education

Graphic Design at Rochester Independent College
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other