John Gage

I have many years experience of graphic design, having worked on both an employed and freelance basis. My most recent experience is as a Marketing and Graphic Design officer at Sport Birmingham. I this role I have had sole responsibility for the production of digital graphics and printed marketing collateral. This has included overseeing and maintaining the organisations website, include ensuring all imagery and graphics are kept continually updated. I have also been responsible for the design and an implementation of email and social media marketing campaigns. My freelance work has included commissions for the University of Birmingham and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. I have good all round knowledge of key Adobe CC applications including advanced expertise in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premier Pro and After Effects motion graphics. I have an in depth understanding of graphic communication principles and theory, solving design problems, visual communication, typography, colour, illustration, photography and video production.