I am a creative, dedicated illustrator who recently completed an honours degree in illustration at the University of Derby. I have built experience creating flyers, adverts and social media videos for local enterprises and events, and I also design bespoke artwork on request. Art and dance are my main creative focuses; I am a leading member of Trinity Warriors Dance Academy, where I have competed nationally and internationally and been part of shows. I have recently extended my involvement within the academy as both a break-dancing teacher and art teacher for small groups of children and young adults, and I am developing illustration classes using my degree. My ability to interpret briefs creatively, listen carefully, and work well in teams or independently is helping me establish a reputation as a respected artist.

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I am a creative, dedicated illustrator who recently completed an honours degree in illustration at the University of Derby. I have built experience creating flyers, adverts and social media videos for local enterprises and events, and I also design bespoke artwork on request. Art and dance are my main creative focuses; I am a leading member of Trinity Warriors Dance Academy, where I have competed nationally and internationally and been part of shows. I have recently extended my involvement within the academy as both a break-dancing teacher and art teacher for small groups of children and young adults, and I am developing illustration classes using my degree. My ability to interpret briefs creatively, listen carefully, and work well in teams or independently is helping me establish a reputation as a respected artist.

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I am a creative, dedicated illustrator who recently completed an honours degree in illustration at the University of Derby. I have built experience creating flyers, adverts and social media videos for local enterprises and events, and I also design bespoke artwork on request.

Art and dance are my main creative focuses; I am a leading member of Trinity Warriors Dance Academy, where I have competed nationally and internationally and been part of shows. I have recently extended my involvement within the academy as both a break-dancing teacher and art teacher for small groups of children and young adults, and I am developing illustration classes using my degree. My ability to interpret briefs creatively, listen carefully, and work well in teams or independently is helping me establish a reputation as a respected artist.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Creative at Self-employed
April 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance work for individuals; organisations and events, following a given brief. I continue to develop my reputation and expertise. This includes many aspects of marketing, sales and business administration and growth.
Dance Teacher at Trinity Warriors Dance Academy
July 1, 2017 - Present
Teaching children, young adults and specials needs students to break dance. I teach a range of moves with the right form. I then help students to create their own style by linking these foundational techniques to develop their own variations, combinations and sets. I take them from no experience to competition level. I have recently introduced a range of illustration classes using my degree.
Care Assistant at Local family (son with cerebral palsy)
August 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Care of young adult with cerebral palsy – helping a local family with care, support and supervision for their son. Paid by the local authority to supplement my income.
Freelance Creative at Self-employed
April 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance work for individuals, organisations and events following given briefs; includes flyers, adverts, social media videos, canvases and magazines; bespoke artwork on request; experience spans marketing, sales and business administration.
Dance Teacher at Trinity Warriors Dance Academy
July 1, 2017 - Present
Teach break dancing to children, young adults and special needs students; cover foundational moves, help students develop their own style, and guide progression from no experience to competition level; introduced illustration classes to small groups.
Care Assistant at Local Authority (Care for a young adult with cerebral palsy)
August 31, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Care, support and supervision for a young adult with cerebral palsy; paid by the local authority to supplement income.
Freelance Creative
April 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance work for individuals and organisations following given briefs. Includes creating flyers, adverts, canvases, magazines, and social media videos; involved in marketing, sales and business administration.
Breakdance Performer at Various stages (Trinity Warriors / freelance)
July 1, 2017 - Present
Participate in national and international shows and competitions; contribute to choreography and costume design for performances.
Casual Bar Staff at Five Lamps
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2021
Casual bar work while at university.
Caregiver/Support Worker at Local family (cerebral palsy)
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2021
Care, support and supervision for a young adult with cerebral palsy; paid by the local authority to supplement income.
Care Assistant at Local Authority / Family
September 1, 2019 - August 1, 2021
Care of a young adult with cerebral palsy; helped a local family with care, support and supervision for their son; funded by the local authority to supplement income.

Education

Illustration Degree – BA (Hons) at University of Derby
September 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design (including foundation course) at Derby College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Derby
September 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design (including foundation course) at Derby College
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021
BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Derby
September 1, 2021 - December 10, 2025
Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design (including foundation) at Derby College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
GCSEs at Derby College
June 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
BA (Hons) Illustration at University of Derby
September 1, 2021 - December 10, 2025
Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design (including foundation course) at Derby College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2018
GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - October 2, 2025
GCSEs
June 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018

Industry Experience

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