I am a highly experienced home-based graphic production professional with a strong background in print and large-format artwork, bringing many years of industry expertise across agency, freelance, and studio environments. I am passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality creative work and enjoy embracing new challenges within the graphic design industry while contributing positively to forward-thinking teams. With over 40 years in the industry, I combine technical precision with creative flair, having advanced skills in Mac-based software including Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. I have a proven track record liaising with clients and suppliers to ensure artwork is produced accurately, in the correct formats, on schedule, and across a broad range of branded collateral such as stationery, corporate literature, packaging, and point-of-sale materials.

Martin Pavia

I am a highly experienced home-based graphic production professional with a strong background in print and large-format artwork, bringing many years of industry expertise across agency, freelance, and studio environments. I am passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality creative work and enjoy embracing new challenges within the graphic design industry while contributing positively to forward-thinking teams. With over 40 years in the industry, I combine technical precision with creative flair, having advanced skills in Mac-based software including Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. I have a proven track record liaising with clients and suppliers to ensure artwork is produced accurately, in the correct formats, on schedule, and across a broad range of branded collateral such as stationery, corporate literature, packaging, and point-of-sale materials.

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I am a highly experienced home-based graphic production professional with a strong background in print and large-format artwork, bringing many years of industry expertise across agency, freelance, and studio environments. I am passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality creative work and enjoy embracing new challenges within the graphic design industry while contributing positively to forward-thinking teams.

With over 40 years in the industry, I combine technical precision with creative flair, having advanced skills in Mac-based software including Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. I have a proven track record liaising with clients and suppliers to ensure artwork is produced accurately, in the correct formats, on schedule, and across a broad range of branded collateral such as stationery, corporate literature, packaging, and point-of-sale materials.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Production Services at Self-employed / Home-based Studio
January 1, 2007 - Present
Providing freelance digital artwork and production services from a home-based studio to agencies across the North West of England and North Wales. Delivering high-quality artwork in line with client specifications and print requirements. Retained on a freelance contract with Iceland Frozen Foods for over a decade, creating packaging, point-of-sale materials, and large-format outdoor campaigns (bus shelters, London Underground posters, 48-sheet billboards). Also undertook design and production for Cheshire West & Chester Council, producing brochures, leaflets, and outdoor map displays.
Studio Manager at BZ Marketing
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2007
Produced digital artwork on Apple Macintosh in line with specifications set by the Production Director and print suppliers. Utilised extensive knowledge of the print production process to manage the efficient day-to-day running of a busy studio. Liaised with clients, printers, and regional and national newspaper production departments, consistently ensuring projects were delivered accurately and on schedule.
Studio Manager at Oakbase Limited
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998
Managed the daily operations of a fast-paced digital production studio. Worked closely with the sales team and led regular production meetings. Supervised a team of five Mac Operators and maintained strong working relationships with clients, printers and reprographics companies to ensure smooth project delivery.
Studio Manager at Finch Partnership
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996
Oversaw the operation of a busy digital production studio. Collaborated with the sales team and conducted regular production meetings. Managed three Senior Mac Operators and coordinated with clients, printers and reprographics companies to deliver projects efficiently and to specification.
Freelance Production Services at Self-employed
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994
Provided freelance artwork production services to a range of advertising and marketing agencies across the North West of England and North Wales. Delivered accurate, print-ready artwork and supported studio teams with specialist production expertise. Clients included Oakbase Limited, Finch Partnership, The Design Partnership, Cheshire West & Chester Council, and others.
Artworker at Creative Associates
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1990
Developed traditional artwork on drawing boards and camera-ready artwork using PMT camera. Managed studio darkroom operations and produced high-quality, press-ready reprographic materials.

Education

City & Guilds - Design at City & Guilds
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
City & Guilds - Photography at City & Guilds
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
City & Guilds - Domestic Plumbing at City & Guilds
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026

Qualifications

GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
A Level
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026
Full UK Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - April 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Education