I’m Mark Phillips, a graphic designer with a passion for turning concepts into print and digital assets that connect with audiences. I excel at collaborating with copywriters, photographers, illustrators, web developers, printers, and marketers to bring ideas to life, from initial concept through to final production. I thrive in both office-based and remote environments and can lead projects autonomously or as part of cross-functional teams using tools like Microsoft Teams and Workfront. I’m committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends, with a focus on optimizing workflows and elevating creative output through digital innovation. Outside work, I’m passionate about fitness and endurance sports, especially competitive cycling and long-distance walking (I completed the Three Peaks Challenge). I enjoy travel, reading non-fiction, and exploring different cultures, which continually informs my approach to design.

Mark Phillips

I’m Mark Phillips, a graphic designer with a passion for turning concepts into print and digital assets that connect with audiences. I excel at collaborating with copywriters, photographers, illustrators, web developers, printers, and marketers to bring ideas to life, from initial concept through to final production. I thrive in both office-based and remote environments and can lead projects autonomously or as part of cross-functional teams using tools like Microsoft Teams and Workfront. I’m committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends, with a focus on optimizing workflows and elevating creative output through digital innovation. Outside work, I’m passionate about fitness and endurance sports, especially competitive cycling and long-distance walking (I completed the Three Peaks Challenge). I enjoy travel, reading non-fiction, and exploring different cultures, which continually informs my approach to design.

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I’m Mark Phillips, a graphic designer with a passion for turning concepts into print and digital assets that connect with audiences. I excel at collaborating with copywriters, photographers, illustrators, web developers, printers, and marketers to bring ideas to life, from initial concept through to final production. I thrive in both office-based and remote environments and can lead projects autonomously or as part of cross-functional teams using tools like Microsoft Teams and Workfront.

I’m committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends, with a focus on optimizing workflows and elevating creative output through digital innovation. Outside work, I’m passionate about fitness and endurance sports, especially competitive cycling and long-distance walking (I completed the Three Peaks Challenge). I enjoy travel, reading non-fiction, and exploring different cultures, which continually informs my approach to design.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative artworker at B&Q Southampton (Head Office)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Produce high-quality digital and print artwork across B&Q’s branded channels, including in-store trading assets, regional promotions, out-of-home advertising, and social media campaigns for store launches and relocations. Ensure brand consistency by reviewing assets for logo usage, tone of voice, and style guides. Manage multiple stakeholder relationships, delivering work on brief and on time. Collaborate with the design team to resolve artwork challenges and improve workflow. Package final files and archive assets for distribution and archiving.
Asset Coordinator / Photoshop Retoucher at Kingfisher Plc Southampton
January 1, 2021 - Present
Oversee daily processing of product assets from the photographic team, organizing, renaming, and uploading to the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system. Liaise with photographers to ensure retouching notes are followed and products are shot to a consistently high standard. Perform image clipping and retouching, maintaining visual quality and brand alignment. Distribute daily contact sheets for sign-off and feedback. Conduct quality control checks and maintain clear communication with stakeholders. Manage relationships with 3rd party editing agencies and freelancers; process their invoices.
Creative artworker at Kingfisher Plc Southampton
January 1, 2017 - Present
Streamlined workflow management, delivering multilingual, print-ready POS graphics for in-store displays. Designed and art-worked supporting literature for POS guidelines, including image retouching and illustration where needed; produced training materials and campaign sales support documents for in-store teams. Resolved artwork issues swiftly during production and maintained high-quality output. Packaged and archived final assets for distribution and future access.
Director / Senior Creative at MP Creative Ltd
January 1, 2011 - Present
Initiated branding concepts and marketing solutions for startups and established clients. Combined account management with a senior creative role for a diverse client base. Created branding guidelines and corporate literature, including work for major UK clients and global franchises.
Account Manager / Senior Creative at Dunwoody
January 1, 1998 - Present
Account managed and created marketing and incentive campaigns for major UK house builders, coordinating creative and production processes to meet client goals.
Finished Artist / Designer at Skyline Advertising
January 1, 1998 - Present
Supported design production as finished artist and designer, delivering layout and artwork for campaigns across multiple media.
Finished Artist / Designer at Courthouse Advertising
January 1, 1986 - Present
Finished artist and designer contributing to advertising campaigns and print production.
Finished Artist / Designer
January 1, 1983 - Present
Early design and illustration work establishing foundational skills in print and layout.

Education

at Southampton Institute of Higher Education, Faculty of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other