I'm Jonathan Redfern, a visual storyteller and executive graphic designer with international experience spanning the public sector, global marketing, engineering, tech, and fashion. I have a track record of reducing costs and turnaround times by building and implementing structured design and brand systems across global teams, creating consistency in high-pressure design environments. I translate complex information into aesthetically pleasing visuals, delivering production-ready print and digital assets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment across high-volume outputs.

Jonathan Redfern

I'm Jonathan Redfern, a visual storyteller and executive graphic designer with international experience spanning the public sector, global marketing, engineering, tech, and fashion. I have a track record of reducing costs and turnaround times by building and implementing structured design and brand systems across global teams, creating consistency in high-pressure design environments. I translate complex information into aesthetically pleasing visuals, delivering production-ready print and digital assets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment across high-volume outputs.

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I’m Jonathan Redfern, a visual storyteller and executive graphic designer with international experience spanning the public sector, global marketing, engineering, tech, and fashion. I have a track record of reducing costs and turnaround times by building and implementing structured design and brand systems across global teams, creating consistency in high-pressure design environments.

I translate complex information into aesthetically pleasing visuals, delivering production-ready print and digital assets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment across high-volume outputs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Graphic Designer, Infrastructure Directorate at CORK CITY COUNCIL
May 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025
Translated highly technical infrastructure proposals into layered digital photomontages, compositing photography, CAD drawings, and contextual imagery; collaborated with marketing and engineering teams to strengthen stakeholder confidence and public buy-in. Eliminated $91K-$115K in annual outsourcing costs by building and implementing internal visualization workflow; designed branded public consultation materials in under 24 hours; enhanced accessibility by adding child-friendly elements to community questionnaires; aligned site data with cross-department goals.
Graphic Designer at MORGAN MCKINLEY
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Supported global marketing team delivering brand-aligned digital and print solutions for multiple regions; co-led implementation of Bynder DAM for 800+ employees; created on-brand templates to reduce reliance on unapproved tools; established governance to reduce brand slippage; delivered training for 800+ staff; produced materials for high-profile recruitment events.
Graphic Artist at WAVEBREAK MEDIA
January 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021
Produced scalable design assets for product teams; designed 20–25 modular templates daily for Adobe Spark, ensuring production-ready outputs; accelerated feature rollout timelines by ~25%; optimized templates for accessibility, mobile responsiveness, and non-designer editing; supported rollout of Photoshop Express.
Graphic Designer at JACOBS ENGINEERING
January 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Created technical documents, presentations, websites, and public-facing materials for engineering and marketing teams; translated complex engineering data into accessible infographics and websites for non-technical stakeholders; built branded, technically accurate digital content for County Roscommon’s N2 road project website.
Graphic Designer at SPEARLINE (NOW CYARA)
February 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Delivered brand-aligned digital and print design solutions in a fast-paced tech environment; collaborated with marketing and product teams; used Adobe CC and HubSpot to create assets.
Graphic Designer at HEALTH BUSINESS SERVICES
December 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Developed digital and print materials for internal teams to improve process clarity and efficiency; built a UX-informed procurement website with a conditional logic form; decreased approval/rejection turnaround by ~14% in 6 months; reduced redundant communication.
Design Intern at CRAIG GREEN
March 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Supported studio production, experimental fabrication, and large-scale installation; contributed to immersive Dover Street Market installation; assisted with garment construction, alterations, pattern drafting, and backstage preparation for London Fashion Week.
Design Intern at DANIELLE ROMERIL
June 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013
Supported garment production, material development, retail preparation, and runway presentation; developed accessories; assisted with model selection and backstage coordination for London Fashion Week.
Design Intern at DANIELLE ROMERIL
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2014
Supported garment production, material development, retail preparation, and runway presentation; provided hands-on technical support to produce retail garments and create materials for upcoming releases; experimented with polyurethane tape and heat-sealing methods; assisted with accessory design and backstage coordination for London Fashion Week.

Education

Professional Diploma, User Experience (UX) Design at University College Dublin
July 1, 2021 - May 29, 2026
Master of Arts (MA), Interactive Media at University of Limerick
October 1, 2016 - May 29, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fashion & Design (Honors) at Limerick School of Art & Design
July 1, 2015 - May 29, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Manufacturing