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Hi there, I’m David Gibbons, a Dublin-based freelance graphic designer with over three decades of experience spanning print, branding, and digital design. I work with high-profile clients and agencies to create clear, impactful visuals, brand systems, and publication design for both print and digital platforms.
I’m passionate about turning briefs into compelling visuals, leading design teams, overseeing print production, and delivering on-time, print-ready outputs that help clients communicate their messages effectively. I’m collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects across tight deadlines, budgets, and varied formats.
Skills
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Graphic Design Consultant at Self-employed / Dg David Gibbons Design
August 1, 2018 - PresentFreelance design practice with a client roster including PwC Ireland, Smurfit Westrock Ireland Ltd, AON Consulting, Lidl Ireland, 30% Club Ireland, First Citizen Finance DAC, and Irish Studio Media Publishing Limited. As PwC Ireland’s primary external designer, I design major client tender documents including RFIs and RFPs, Information Memorandums, presentations, Pre-Budget submissions, reports and digital insights, among other initiatives. Responsibilities include concept development, typography, layout, and production management from brief to print-ready proofs and digital delivery, plus liaison with printers and production vendors to ensure competitive pricing and high quality. I also develop brand templates and guidelines, mentor junior designers, and deliver consistent visual language across print and digital formats.
Creative Director at Irish Studio Media Publishing Limited
December 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018Managed the design function and staff. Served as art director for U Magazine, FOOD&WINE Magazine, and Irish Tatler Man, and produced client reports and publications. Designed graphics for the company’s portfolio of brand websites and social media platforms. Responsibilities included brand direction, production planning, and ensuring consistency across editorial and brand communications.
Creative Director at Harmonia Limited
September 1, 2007 - November 1, 2017Led the design department (up to eight in-house designers and a core pool of regular freelance designers). Art directed multiple magazine brands (FOOD&WINE Magazine, Ireland of the Welcomes, Auto Ireland, Irish Tatler Man) and supervised Art Directors on Irish Tatler, U Magazine and Woman’s Way. Created original reports and publications for major clients (Bank of Ireland, Tesco, Aldi, Aer Lingus, Arnotts, The K Club, Canon, Fáilte Ireland, Dundrum Town Centre, University of Limerick, Superquinn). In 2010 I designed a bilingual publication for The Department of the Taoiseach (presented in Mandarin and English) for Expo 2010 in Shanghai. I also developed bespoke design solutions for corporate and consumer events.
Senior Art Director at Page Seven Media
August 1, 2006 - August 1, 2007Art director for New Car Magazine and Bike Buyers Guide, overseeing visual direction, typography, and layout across print publications.
Senior Graphic Designer at Harmonia Limited
September 1, 2004 - July 1, 2006Reported to the Creative Director and worked across the portfolio of own-brand and contract publications, contributing to brand systems, editorial layouts, and production.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Javelin Group - Advertising Agency
June 1, 2003 - August 1, 2004Campaigns and collateral for a range of clients including Toyota, An Post, Tesco, AIB, and Coolmore, among others.
Senior Graphic Designer at Temple of Design - Design Agency
December 1, 2001 - May 1, 2003Campaigns and collateral for clients including Easons and Sportsfile; designed album covers.
Senior Graphic Designer at Zeus Creative - Design Agency
August 1, 1997 - November 1, 2001Art directed programmes and advertising for Riverdance; campaigns for Bank of Ireland, Irish Life International, Castle Leslie, Kellys Resort Hotel, Phil Coulter, Interclaim Holdings, TQ Paper, K-Tel Records (Ireland), and The Gaiety Theatre.
Junior/Graphic Designer at MAC Publishing
July 1, 1994 - July 1, 1997Reported to the Creative Director and worked for clients including RTÉ, Irish Ferries and Bord Fáilte.
Education
Bachelor of Design Degree in Visual Communication (Honours) at National College of Art and Design, Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Leaving Certificate at Dunshaughlin Community College, Meath, Ireland
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1990Qualifications
Magazines Ireland Award – Designer of the Year (Irish Tatler Man)
January 1, 2011 - February 27, 2026Magazines Ireland Award – Cover of the Year, Consumer Magazines: FOOD&WINE Magazine
January 1, 2012 - February 27, 2026Magazines Ireland Award – Consumer Magazine of the Year (less than 15,000 circulation): FOOD&WINE Magazine
January 1, 2013 - February 27, 2026Magazines Ireland Award – Cover of the Year, Consumer Magazines: FOOD&WINE Magazine
January 1, 2014 - February 27, 2026Magazines Ireland Award – Consumer Magazine of the Year (less than 15,000 circulation): Irish Tatler Man
January 1, 2015 - February 27, 2026Magazines Ireland Award – Publishing Company of the Year
January 1, 2017 - February 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other
Skills
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