I am a dedicated freelancer with a passion for fashion and brand development. My journey includes working with various brands, helping them realize their vision through innovative designs and strategies. Committed to creating engaging and functional products, I thrive on challenges and deliver results that evoke excitement and sustainability.…

Tim Ellis

I am a dedicated freelancer with a passion for fashion and brand development. My journey includes working with various brands, helping them realize their vision through innovative designs and strategies. Committed to creating engaging and functional products, I thrive on challenges and deliver results that evoke excitement and sustainability.…

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I am a dedicated freelancer with a passion for fashion and brand development. My journey includes working with various brands, helping them realize their vision through innovative designs and strategies. Committed to creating engaging and functional products, I thrive on challenges and deliver results that evoke excitement and sustainability.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Consultant & Founder at This Modern Existence
August 1, 2022 - Present
I work closely with brands and suppliers to offer consultations on their fashion design needs. My aim is to assist them in identifying their distinct essence while ensuring that their designs are contemporary and market-ready. I also oversee design development and create tailored strategies for growth.
Design Manager at Boden
May 1, 2019 - October 1, 2022
Leading a design team across all areas of Menswear, developing the brand identity and growing the business through clear strategic direction. Using colour, print, graphics, fabric and shape to create a more modern look and feel for the brand.
Senior Designer at Joules Ltd
September 1, 2012 - May 1, 2019
I led a team across all product areas of the Menswear business developing collections. My focus was on executing strategic design concepts to enhance our product lines, resulting in increased apparel rankings in the market.
Designer & CSR Team Lead at Timberland
September 1, 2007 - September 1, 2012
I held dual responsibilities in menswear design and leading a team responsible for environmental CSR initiatives, focusing on product design and development to elevate the brand's standing in the market.
Designer at Nigel Cabourn
January 1, 2004 - June 30, 2006
I help design all products, gain licence agreements and develop design concepts for all consultancy clients.
Founder at THIS MODERN EXISTENCE
August 1, 2022 - Present
As a founder, I provide consultations and develop design strategies for brands, focusing on fashion and lifestyle. My role involves market analysis, trend forecasting, and overseeing the design and development process to ensure brand consistency and product quality.
Menswear Designer at TIMBERLAND
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2012
Developed collections focusing on the use of sustainable materials and processes, contributing to the brand's environmental initiatives while ensuring the aesthetic appeal of the products.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion at Northumbria University
September 1, 2001 - June 30, 2007
1st Class Hons

Qualifications

Corporate Vision - 2025 Small Business Award Winner
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Best Fashion Design Consultancy - Midlands 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Other
    uniE621 Royle 11 x Scottish National Team
    I worked with Royle 11 as their designer to develop a collection of garments that were to be worn by the Scottish National Football Team at Euro 2024. All garments were designed by myself and were worn by the whole team on their arrival to each of the matches they played in at the tournament.…