I am a highly motivated, creative problem solver with over ten years of industry experience across studios and as a freelance designer. I’ve worked with clients across a range of sectors—from B2B IT firms and startups to government agencies and charitable organisations—and recently focused on pharmaceutical packaging, where typography and attention to detail are critical. I thrive in multinational teams and value clear communication, stakeholder negotiation, and maintaining brand consistency. I am passionate about typography, enjoy developing corporate identity guidelines, and remain flexible in the styles I produce to meet client briefs while upholding high standards of legibility.

Nick Swain

I am a highly motivated, creative problem solver with over ten years of industry experience across studios and as a freelance designer. I’ve worked with clients across a range of sectors—from B2B IT firms and startups to government agencies and charitable organisations—and recently focused on pharmaceutical packaging, where typography and attention to detail are critical. I thrive in multinational teams and value clear communication, stakeholder negotiation, and maintaining brand consistency. I am passionate about typography, enjoy developing corporate identity guidelines, and remain flexible in the styles I produce to meet client briefs while upholding high standards of legibility.

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I am a highly motivated, creative problem solver with over ten years of industry experience across studios and as a freelance designer. I’ve worked with clients across a range of sectors—from B2B IT firms and startups to government agencies and charitable organisations—and recently focused on pharmaceutical packaging, where typography and attention to detail are critical.

I thrive in multinational teams and value clear communication, stakeholder negotiation, and maintaining brand consistency. I am passionate about typography, enjoy developing corporate identity guidelines, and remain flexible in the styles I produce to meet client briefs while upholding high standards of legibility.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Mosaic Pharma Limited
January 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for maintaining brand consistency and visual identity across packaging, digital and print collateral, web banners and social content. Collaborated with multinational teams across Europe to negotiate timelines and resolve issues, delivering typography-forward, high-quality artwork under tight deadlines.
Freelance Graphic Designer at ROOKS Design
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent freelance designer delivering brand identities, print collateral and digital assets for clients across sectors including B2B IT, startups, government and charities. Maintained brand consistency and legibility while guiding projects from concept to final artwork.
Freelance Graphic Designer at PMDC Design
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Freelance designer providing branding, packaging and layout design for diverse clients, with a focus on typography and clear communication across media.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Oaklands Communications
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Freelance designer collaborating with clients to deliver cohesive visual identities, print and digital assets, and design systems across multiple projects.
Lead Designer at Acorn Design
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Led design work, developed brand guidelines, and oversaw a range of branding, print and digital projects for clients. Created typography-forward layouts and contributed to strategic design decisions in line with client briefs.
Sales Assistant at CTD Farnham
January 1, 2013 - September 30, 2025
Customer-facing role supporting product merchandising and sales activities.
Plant Area Assistant at Garden Centre Group
January 1, 2012 - September 30, 2025
Operational role supporting retail team and customer service in a garden centre environment.
Head of Reprographics at Midhurst Rother College (formerly Midhurst Grammar School)
January 1, 2009 - September 30, 2025
Led reprographics operations, ensuring high-quality production and print readiness across college communications.
Graphic Designer at Mosaic Pharma Limited
January 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for typography-focused packaging design and ensuring brand consistency across pharmaceutical materials. Worked with multinational teams across Europe to align design decisions and negotiate stakeholder issues to mutual resolutions. Produced both print and digital assets and contributed to packaging guidelines.
Freelance Graphic Designer at ROOKS Design
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent freelance designer delivering typography, branding and layout work for diverse clients, including B2B IT firms, government agencies and charitable organisations. Maintained brand consistency and produced digital assets (web banners, social content) and print assets (flyers, posters, brochures). Demonstrated autonomous working and strong stakeholder communication.
Freelance Graphic Designer at PMDC Design
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Freelance graphic designer focusing on packaging and identity design for various clients; produced both digital and print assets and collaborated with clients to meet branding guidelines.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Oaklands Communications
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Freelance designer delivering flexible design solutions across multiple media; contributed to campaigns, corporate identity work, and environmental graphics such as trade stands.
Lead Designer at Acorn Design
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Led design projects, maintained brand consistency, and shaped creative direction for client work across typography and branding initiatives.
Sales Assistant at CTD Farnham
January 1, 2013 - September 30, 2025
Customer-facing role supporting sales operations and merchandising, developing communication and client service skills.
Plant Area Assistant at Garden Centre Group
January 1, 2012 - September 30, 2025
Operational role supporting daily store activities and customer service.
Head of Reprographics at Midhurst Rother College (formerly Midhurst Grammar School)
January 1, 2009 - September 30, 2025
Managed reprographics operations, overseeing print workflows and ensuring quality and timely delivery of materials.

Education

BA Graphic Communication at University for Creative Arts (Farnham)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
A-level in Art and Design (Graphic Design) at Chichester College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
GCSEs and A-levels at Midhurst Grammar School
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Level 2 Digital Marketing at Chichester College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
MA Independent Project at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
BA Graphic Communication at University for Creative Arts (Farnham)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
A-level at Chichester College, Art and Design (Graphic Design)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
GCSEs and A-level at Midhurst Grammar School
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Level 2 Digital Marketing at Chichester College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
MA at University of Brighton
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Gold Award - WorldSkills UK at WorldSkills UK
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008

Qualifications

Gold Award - WorldSkills UK
January 1, 2008 - September 30, 2025
MA
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Level 2 Digital Marketing
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
BA Graphic Communication
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
A-level in Art and Design (Graphic Design)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
GCSEs and A-level
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Gold Award - WorldSkills UK
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
MA Independent Project
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Life Sciences, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization