I am a creative and passionate Graphic Designer with 5+ years of experience bringing ideas to life across branding, sportswear, and digital design. I combine technical expertise with artistic intuition, crafting designs that are visually striking and tell a story, with meticulous attention to detail and a hands-on approach that thrives in fast-paced environments. Design is my language - every project is a story told through colour, shape, and rhythm. I graduated from Blue Sky Graphics with a distinction in graphic design and digital illustration, and I continue to push boundaries across branding, embroidery, and production workflows.

Samantha Swindells

I am a creative and passionate Graphic Designer with 5+ years of experience bringing ideas to life across branding, sportswear, and digital design. I combine technical expertise with artistic intuition, crafting designs that are visually striking and tell a story, with meticulous attention to detail and a hands-on approach that thrives in fast-paced environments. Design is my language - every project is a story told through colour, shape, and rhythm. I graduated from Blue Sky Graphics with a distinction in graphic design and digital illustration, and I continue to push boundaries across branding, embroidery, and production workflows.

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I am a creative and passionate Graphic Designer with 5+ years of experience bringing ideas to life across branding, sportswear, and digital design. I combine technical expertise with artistic intuition, crafting designs that are visually striking and tell a story, with meticulous attention to detail and a hands-on approach that thrives in fast-paced environments.
Design is my language - every project is a story told through colour, shape, and rhythm. I graduated from Blue Sky Graphics with a distinction in graphic design and digital illustration, and I continue to push boundaries across branding, embroidery, and production workflows.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Branding Unit Supervisor, Graphic Designer & Artworker at PUMA
January 1, 2014 - November 22, 2025
Design, digitally redraw, and produce print-ready files for licensed football kits (including club crests and sponsor graphics). Translate concepts into vector artwork for embroidery, vinyl, and print applications. Operate and manage Roland large-format printers and vinyl plotters. Ensure precise Pantone and thread matching to maintain brand integrity. Collaborate with business development managers on new-season catalogues and custom kit designs. Lead quality control and workflow management for large-scale branding projects. Provide mentorship and creative support across the design and production team.
Embroidery Supervisor & Team Leader at drELMS MARKETING
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Oversaw garment branding operations, ensuring quality consistency and timely delivery. Designed t-shirt prints for external clients, integrating both digital and manual processes. Managed stock, schedules, and a small production team to maintain efficiency and standards.
Embroidery Supervisor & Team Leader at ELMS MARKETING
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2014
Designed t-shirt prints for external clients, integrating both digital and manual processes. Oversaw garment branding operations, ensuring quality consistency and timely delivery. Managed stock, schedules, and a small production team to maintain efficiency and standards.

Education

Digital Illustration Artist at Blue Sky Graphics
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Graphic Design at Blue Sky Graphics
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graphic Design Diploma at Centre of Excellence
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Graphic Design Football Kit Design (Concept to Creation) at Spark Design Academy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
ENVQ Hospitality and Catering Patisserie A level – Fine Art & Design at Macclesfield College
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Digital Illustration Artist at Blue Sky Graphics
January 1, 2025 - December 20, 2025
Graphic Design at Blue Sky Graphics
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graphic Design Diploma at Centre of Excellence
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Football Kit Design (Concept to Creation) at Spark Design Academy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Digital Illustration Artist
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Graphic Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graphic Design Diploma
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Graphic Design Football Kit Design (Concept to Creation)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
ENVQ Hospitality and Catering Patisserie A level – Fine Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Open University - BA Hons Degree in Graphic Design (Year 1 Completed)
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
Macclesfield College, ENVQ Hospitality and Catering Patisserie A level – Fine Art
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025
NVQ2 Team Leading, Supervisor
January 11, 2030 - December 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services