Proven history of success in managing creative studio operations, overseeing execution of high-quality creative assets, and spearheading complex projects within fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Well-versed in developing innovative design solutions, optimising workflows, and ensuring compliance across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals and global marketing. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, aligning creative vision with client needs, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Experienced in creative artworking, design, and retouching to ensure high-quality and visually compelling results. Adept at managing high-profile accounts, fostering client relationships, and maintaining brand consistency across all assets. Known for a keen eye for detail, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and capacity to quickly adapt to emerging technologies and software. Passionate about mentoring teams, elevating creative output, and driving operational efficiency to meet client and organisational objectives.

Christopher Alan Wedd

Proven history of success in managing creative studio operations, overseeing execution of high-quality creative assets, and spearheading complex projects within fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Well-versed in developing innovative design solutions, optimising workflows, and ensuring compliance across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals and global marketing. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, aligning creative vision with client needs, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Experienced in creative artworking, design, and retouching to ensure high-quality and visually compelling results. Adept at managing high-profile accounts, fostering client relationships, and maintaining brand consistency across all assets. Known for a keen eye for detail, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and capacity to quickly adapt to emerging technologies and software. Passionate about mentoring teams, elevating creative output, and driving operational efficiency to meet client and organisational objectives.

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Proven history of success in managing creative studio operations, overseeing execution of high-quality creative assets, and
spearheading complex projects within fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Well-versed in developing innovative design solutions,
optimising workflows, and ensuring compliance across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals and global marketing. Skilled in
collaborating with cross-functional teams, aligning creative vision with client needs, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Experienced in creative artworking, design, and retouching to ensure high-quality and visually compelling results. Adept at managing
high-profile accounts, fostering client relationships, and maintaining brand consistency across all assets. Known for a keen eye for
detail, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and capacity to quickly adapt to emerging technologies and software. Passionate about
mentoring teams, elevating creative output, and driving operational efficiency to meet client and organisational objectives.

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Work Experience

Creative Artworker/Retoucher at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered expert creative artwork, design, and retouching services for Heineken and its subsidiary brands, including their pubs, ensuring high-quality and visually compelling results. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to interpret client briefs, produced production-ready assets for digital and pre-press output, and supported brand consistency across campaigns.
Studio Manager at Syneos Health
December 31, 2024 - September 22, 2025
Led a team of 8 artworkers, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality output for digital and print campaigns. Managed time estimation, resolved technical queries, coordinated purchasing of materials, and sourced global printing vendors to meet project requirements. Led server migration to a cloud-based platform and implemented Wrike project management system across the organisation.
Creative Artworker/Retoucher at OPEN Health Communications
December 31, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Produced high-quality artwork and precise retouching for digital and print-led pharmaceutical campaigns. Collaborated directly with creative teams, account handlers, and project managers to ensure the delivery of visually compelling and compliant materials. Maintained brand consistency and regulatory standards across all assets. Optimized server structure for improved usability, led implementation of Monday.com, and introduced streamlined digital sales aid solutions.
Creative Artworker/Retoucher at Freelance
December 31, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce compelling creative solutions for campaigns across multiple sectors. Delivered end-to-end campaign development, creative retouching, pitch support, PowerPoint layout design, and artworking of marketing collateral for clients including JWT London, TBWA, Grey London, VCCP, D-Vision, TLC, Futerra, Twist Creative, and others.
Studio Manager at FKC London
December 31, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Led a team of artworkers in a dynamic marketing agency, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality print assets. Coordinated with account handlers and project managers to review and approve print jobs, guaranteeing adherence to client specifications; contributed to print-led campaigns across DM, POS, print, and inserts.
Studio Group Head at The Marketing Store
December 31, 2012 - September 22, 2025
Headed multiple artwork teams, coordinating high-quality print campaigns and ensuring adherence to client briefs. Delivered direct mail, point of sale, print, and inserts for Vodafone, Britvic, Shell, Diageo, and McDonald's. Implemented server metadata organization and trained U.S. team in Chicago.
Creative Artworker/Retoucher at Freelance – UK
December 31, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Worked closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative and impactful creative for Heineken and its subsidiary brands. Delivered expert creative artwork, design, and retouching services for Heineken and its subsidiary brands, including their own pubs, ensuring high-quality and visually compelling results.
Studio Manager at Syneos Health
December 31, 2024 - September 22, 2025
Led a team of 8 artworkers, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality output for digital and print campaigns. Enabled smooth delivery of campaigns by collaborating with resource managers and creative teams. Managed time estimation, resolved technical queries, coordinated purchasing of materials, and sourced global printing vendors to meet project requirements.
Creative Artworker/Retoucher at OPEN Health Communications
December 31, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Produced high-quality artwork and executed precise retouching for digital and print-led pharmaceutical campaigns within a fast-paced agency environment. Collaborated with creative teams, account handlers, and project managers to ensure the delivery of visually compelling and compliant materials. Maintained brand consistency and adhered to regulatory standards across all assets. Optimized server structure for improved usability, led implementation of Monday.com, and introduced streamlined digital sales aid solutions.
Creative Artworker/Retoucher at Freelance – UK
December 31, 2018 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce compelling creative solutions for campaigns across multiple sectors. Contracted for JWT London, TBWA, Grey London, and VCCP, delivering end-to-end campaign development, creative retouching, pitch support, PowerPoint layout design, and artworking of marketing collateral.
Studio Manager at FKC London
December 31, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Led a team of artworkers in a dynamic marketing agency, ensuring the efficient delivery of high-quality print assets. Coordinated closely with account handlers and project managers to review and approve print jobs, guaranteeing adherence to client specifications and project briefs. Managed key accounts such as Virgin, Leapfrog, Papa Johns, M&S, Old Spice, Royal Albert, and P&G.
Studio Group Head at The Marketing Store
December 31, 2012 - September 22, 2025
Headed multiple artwork teams in a global marketing agency, coordinating execution of high-quality print campaigns. Co-operated with account handlers and project managers to ensure print jobs adhered to client specifications, delivering print campaigns across DM, POS, press, and inserts for clients such as Vodafone, Britvic, Shell, Diageo, and McDonald’s. Led server optimization by implementing metadata organization and trained U.S. team on system structure and best practices.

Education

Graphic Design DTP at Damelin – South Africa
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Graphic Design DTP at Damelin – South Africa
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment