I am Jess Stevens-Took, a professional and creative graphic designer with over 16 years of design, digital media, marketing communications, brand management and art direction experience. I enjoy turning briefs into bold, clear visuals that tell a story and engage audiences. Based in Cardiff and Bristol, I am available for work across Bristol, South Wales, the West Country and London, with in-house, on-site, hybrid or remote roles. I bring a collaborative, friendly approach and a passion for typography, branding, photography and motion.…

Jess Stevens-Took

I am Jess Stevens-Took, a professional and creative graphic designer with over 16 years of design, digital media, marketing communications, brand management and art direction experience. I enjoy turning briefs into bold, clear visuals that tell a story and engage audiences. Based in Cardiff and Bristol, I am available for work across Bristol, South Wales, the West Country and London, with in-house, on-site, hybrid or remote roles. I bring a collaborative, friendly approach and a passion for typography, branding, photography and motion.…

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I am Jess Stevens-Took, a professional and creative graphic designer with over 16 years of design, digital media, marketing communications, brand management and art direction experience. I enjoy turning briefs into bold, clear visuals that tell a story and engage audiences.

Based in Cardiff and Bristol, I am available for work across Bristol, South Wales, the West Country and London, with in-house, on-site, hybrid or remote roles. I bring a collaborative, friendly approach and a passion for typography, branding, photography and motion.

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Language

Welsh
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Solarcentury (now Statkraft UK)
December 1, 2017 - February 1, 2021
Graphic Designer for an award-winning solar energy company. Supported UK, European, African and Americas teams on design, digital and print communications for solar projects. Clients included IKEA Solar, Eden Project, Tate Modern and Blackfriars Solar Bridge. Delivered illustrations, data infographics, brand management, on-location photography, After Effects animations, web wireframes, marketing campaigns, and print/digital social media content.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Art Director at Various agencies (London)
April 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Freelance editorial design work including Editorial Designer at Cedar Communications for British Airways/Iberia in-flight magazines; created typographic layouts, infographics, photography selection/editing for Ronda Magazine in English and Spanish.
Senior Graphic Designer at RMI Retail Marketing International
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Designed POS retail design and digital campaigns for Co-op. Created design concepts, infographics, wireframes and branding content.
Graphic Designer at Art4Space Community Arts
September 1, 2014 - March 1, 2016
Led branding and social media asset creation; on-location photography for print and digital projects. Ran art workshops for youth groups and schools, specializing in mosaics, murals, ceramics and tile design.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Art Director at London Agencies (Cubo Group, Profero, Partizan Films, Block Films, otm-e/Target Media Group, Dented Records, Orbit Design Studio)
October 1, 2009 - September 1, 2013
Freelance graphic designer and art director for multiple agencies; clients included BBC Films, M&S, Pathe, Harbour Cycles, House of Life, London Metropolitan University, Taylor Wimpey and various music/video projects.
Art & Design Teacher / Mentor at Youth Education Support Services (YESS)
October 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014
Taught Art & Design lessons, led creative workshops, organized exhibition trips, mentored students, and curated a student art installation at the Dulwich Picture Gallery.
Art Director at B’lowfish Advertising
June 1, 2006 - September 1, 2009
Managed a junior art director; led creative briefs from concept through to art direction and client photography shoots. Clients included Fortnum & Mason, Nokia, NFL, Virgin Mobile, Lloyds TSB and Borders.
Graphic Designer at Carlton Screen Advertising
July 1, 2000 - June 1, 2005
Animated cinema adverts (After Effects) for Sony, Cineworld, Odeon, Vue; direct marketing and promotional print collateral; film production design and poster concepts.
Junior Graphic Designer at AMI Europe
September 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000
Designed exhibition & event print collateral, logos, branding and book publishing.
Marketing Creative Lead at Thames & Hudson
April 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Created designs for social media, press and outdoor advertising; produced book photography, social content and animations.
Graphic Design Intern / Work Experience at BBC Bristol / Venue Publishing Bristol
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
Graphic design internship and work experience during early career development.
Graphic Designer at Cardiff MADE Art Gallery
June 1, 2022 - Present
Freelance; social media, email and web content; exhibition graphics; outdoor posters and music events; Plaid - Warp Records album artwork.
In-House Graphic Designer at Royal Hospital Chelsea
April 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Brochure designs and brand management guidelines; freelance role.

Education

Diploma in Photography at University of the Arts London, London College of Communication
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
BA Hons Art, Design and Cultural Studies at University of Portsmouth
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Set Design for Theatre at Central Saint Martins School of Art and Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Energy & Utilities, Retail, Professional Services, Government

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