Originally from the UK but now based in Melbourne, I’m a seasoned designer with over 10 years’ experience. With a background in the music & entertainment industry, I create visuals that captivate audiences and amplify brand identity—from album artwork to corporate marketing. I have a versatile skillset that allows me to deliver tailored solutions for any creative need, across digital, print, apparel, and brand design.…

Josh Bowles

Originally from the UK but now based in Melbourne, I’m a seasoned designer with over 10 years’ experience. With a background in the music & entertainment industry, I create visuals that captivate audiences and amplify brand identity—from album artwork to corporate marketing. I have a versatile skillset that allows me to deliver tailored solutions for any creative need, across digital, print, apparel, and brand design.…

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Originally from the UK but now based in Melbourne, I’m a seasoned designer with over 10 years’ experience. With a background in the music & entertainment industry, I create visuals that captivate audiences and amplify brand identity—from album artwork to corporate marketing.

I have a versatile skillset that allows me to deliver tailored solutions for any creative need, across digital, print, apparel, and brand design.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at TEG - Ovation AMP
January 1, 2022 - Present
Delivers creative assets across the TEG Group, its sub-brands and partners (Ticketek, TEG Live, TEG Sport, TEG Experiences, Handsome Touring, SXSW Sydney); designs marketing assets across digital, signage and print; maintains image libraries; upholds brand guidelines; develops seasonal campaign assets; creates brand identities for internal products; produces social content for TEG channels.
D2C & E-Commerce Manager at Sony Music Entertainment Australia
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Oversee direct-to-consumer and e-commerce marketing initiatives.
Intl. Merchandise Manager at Warner Music Group UK
August 1, 2016 - April 1, 2021
Oversaw international merchandise strategy and operations, driving campaigns and cross-territory initiatives.
International Merchandise Manager at Warner Music Group UK
August 1, 2016 - April 1, 2021
Managed international merchandise strategy and operations.
Press & Marketing Coordinator at Universal Music Group
May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Coordinated press activities and marketing campaigns.
Label Assistant at Spinefarm Records - Universal Music Group
February 1, 2015 - March 31, 2016
Provided label support across marketing and A&R administration, assisting with campaigns and artist development.
Label Assistant at Spine Farm Records - Universal Music Group
February 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016
Assisted label operations and artist campaigns.
In-house Sound Engineer at Bucks New Uni
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
In-house sound engineering support for university-related audio needs.
Social Media Assistant at Eatgood Records
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Assisted with social media operations for a record label.
Intern (Transcend Music Group) at Transcend Music Group
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Intern support within a music group environment, assisting with tasks relevant to music/creative operations.
Catalogue Marketing Intern at Universal Music Group
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Intern support for catalogue marketing tasks and campaign-related assistance.
Freelance Design at Self-Employed
June 1, 2013 - Present
Freelance graphic and brand design for a range of projects including branding from concept to execution, artwork for print (e.g., invites, posters and artprints), social/digital artwork, and band/artist artwork such as logos, logotypes, gig posters and merchandise designs.
Freelance Designer at Self-Employed
June 1, 2013 - Present
Provides design services across album artwork, branding, marketing campaigns, and print/digital assets for diverse clients.

Education

Graphic Design Elevate Academy XI at Elevate Academy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production at Buckinghamshire New University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design Elevate Academy XI at Elevate Academy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production at Buckinghamshire New University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design at Elevate Academy XI
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2026
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production at Buckinghamshire New University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
BA (Hons) Audio & Music Production at Buckinghamshire New University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design (Elevate Academy XI) at Elevate Academy XI
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Graphic Design Elevate Academy XI
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design Elevate Academy XI
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2026
BA (HONS) Audio & Music Production
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
BA (Hons) Audio & Music Production (GPA 3.3)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design Elevate Academy XI (GPA 5)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail