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I am a results-focused graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in graphic design, editorial design, brand identity, marketing, illustration and photography. I've worked with high-profile brands and publications, currently shaping two bi-monthly magazines at Adventurize Ltd as a Senior Graphic Designer / Art Editor, while also leading brand design for Europe’s biggest Adventure Bike Festival. I’m open to opportunities closer to home in Northamptonshire and am always keen to take on new creative challenges.…I am a results-focused graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in graphic design, editorial design, brand identity, marketing, illustration and photography. I've worked with high-profile brands and publications, currently shaping two bi-monthly magazines at Adventurize Ltd as a Senior Graphic Designer / Art Editor, while also leading brand design for Europe’s biggest Adventure Bike Festival. I’m open to opportunities closer to home in Northamptonshire and am always keen to take on new creative challenges.

Stuart McDowell

Graphic Designer, Art Director, Brand Designer, +2

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I am a results-focused graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in graphic design, editorial design, brand identity, marketing, illustration and photography. I've worked with high-profile brands and publications, currently shaping two bi-monthly magazines at Adventurize Ltd as a Senior Graphic Designer / Art Editor, while also leading brand design for Europe’s biggest Adventure Bike Festival. I’m open to opportunities closer to home in Northamptonshire and am always keen to take on new creative challenges.…I am a results-focused graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in graphic design, editorial design, brand identity, marketing, illustration and photography. I've worked with high-profile brands and publications, currently shaping two bi-monthly magazines at Adventurize Ltd as a Senior Graphic Designer / Art Editor, while also leading brand design for Europe’s biggest Adventure Bike Festival. I’m open to opportunities closer to home in Northamptonshire and am always keen to take on new creative challenges.

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I am a results-focused graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in graphic design, editorial design, brand identity, marketing, illustration and photography.

I’ve worked with high-profile brands and publications, currently shaping two bi-monthly magazines at Adventurize Ltd as a Senior Graphic Designer / Art Editor, while also leading brand design for Europe’s biggest Adventure Bike Festival. I’m open to opportunities closer to home in Northamptonshire and am always keen to take on new creative challenges.

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer and Marketing Manager at Wicksteed Park

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

As part of the marketing team, I helped create new brand guidelines and graphic assets for print, digital communications and park signage. I designed information graphics and maps for visitors, directed themes for park rides, and used traditional signwriting skills to rejuvenate historic signage and rides. I also contributed creative ideas and vision to support ongoing growth.

Senior Graphic Designer & Art Director at Adventurize LTD

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

I execute the visual and design direction for two bi-monthly publications (Adventure Bike Rider and WIRED for Adventure) for print and online subscribers. I support Art Editors, source royalty-free imagery, ensure brand consistency across magazines, websites and social channels, and provide creative photography for products, landscapes and motorcycles. I also manage branding for the Adventure Bike Rider Festival and assist with proofreading and file preparation for print and digital delivery.

Creative Director & Senior Graphic Designer at Creative Beast Ltd

January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2020

Led a creative team, managed projects end-to-end and developed brands across multiple platforms. Created book covers, eBooks and editorial design for magazines; handled account management, client meetings and presentations. Directed photography and video for automotive, entertainment and lifestyle brands; steered marketing direction and advertising campaigns for lifestyle and music events; produced printed collateral for automotive apprenticeship programmes.

Senior Graphic Designer at Key Parker

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005

Worked within a creative team to design printed collateral for major automotive brands and ensured brand guideline consistency. Also provided art direction for automotive photography.

Studio Manager & Graphic Designer at Perception Design

January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003

Managed a small busy creative team, oversaw proofing and file sending to print, and coordinated project workflows.

Graphic Designer at Racing Graphix

January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003

Designed liveries for F1 and World Superbikes, plus printed collateral, brand design and merchandise for F1 and World Superbikes.