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Hi, I’m Philip Hawkins, a graphic designer with 20 years of experience shaping distinctive brand identities, crafting logos, and producing premium print collateral. I love leading cross-functional creative teams and delivering bold branding solutions that engage audiences and drive growth.
I specialize in brand strategy, visual storytelling, typography, and layout, and I’m always pushing creative boundaries. I mentor emerging talent, foster collaborative studio cultures, and stay ahead of trends through continuous learning, industry events, and active community involvement.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Design Studio Lead // Senior Designer at Ravensworth
May 1, 2010 - May 30, 2025Led the creative direction and execution of branding, marketing campaigns, and high-end print and digital collateral. Managed the Ravensworth brand, developing materials aligned with brand guidelines and strategic business goals. Partnered with internal teams and external clients to gather briefs, plan production schedules, and deliver outstanding visual experiences. Provided strategic advice on storytelling and design, improving stakeholder communication and audience reach. Mentored junior designers, contributing to a collaborative studio culture and professional growth. Attended stakeholder meetings and conducted regular design reviews to ensure alignment with client expectations and evolving needs.
Graphic Designer at IONYX Digital
July 1, 2025 - PresentStrategically designed capability statements helping engineering and construction clients win contracts. Led Figma website design translating complex industrial services into clear digital experiences. Developed brand identities strengthening credibility for construction, engineering and industrial businesses. Produced high-impact marketing collateral communicating technical services with clarity and confidence. Facilitated client workshops extracting insights to shape persuasive visual communication strategies. Leveraged Notion and AI tools to optimise workflow efficiency and copy.
Junior Graphic Designer at Care Choices
May 1, 2005 - May 1, 2006Created layouts and advertisements for national monthly care industry magazines. Supported production management during leave periods, ensuring consistent output. Built foundational skills in client briefing, layout design, and creative feedback.
Production Manager // Senior Designer at JAK
May 1, 2006 - February 1, 2010Promoted from Production Assistant to Senior Designer, then Production Manager, within three years. Managed a team producing editorial layouts, ads, and monthly magazine publications. Increased monthly output from 3 to 6 magazines, boosting profitability by £20,000 through workflow optimisations. Liaised with editorial and sales teams to ensure cohesive messaging across design outputs. Championed creative innovation while meeting tight publication deadlines and quality standards.
Education
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Industry Experience
Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other
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