I am Jane McGrath, a brand strategist and designer based in London with over 20 years in retail, fashion, and agency environments. I founded JM Creative to help brands sharpen their market position and stand out through strategic branding and innovative design. I blend deep brand knowledge with hands-on execution, guiding clients from insight to visual identity and digital experiences that drive business results. I thrive on collaborative, fast-paced projects and turning ideas into distinctive, measurable outcomes.

Jane McGrath

I am Jane McGrath, a brand strategist and designer based in London with over 20 years in retail, fashion, and agency environments. I founded JM Creative to help brands sharpen their market position and stand out through strategic branding and innovative design. I blend deep brand knowledge with hands-on execution, guiding clients from insight to visual identity and digital experiences that drive business results. I thrive on collaborative, fast-paced projects and turning ideas into distinctive, measurable outcomes.

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I am Jane McGrath, a brand strategist and designer based in London with over 20 years in retail, fashion, and agency environments. I founded JM Creative to help brands sharpen their market position and stand out through strategic branding and innovative design.

I blend deep brand knowledge with hands-on execution, guiding clients from insight to visual identity and digital experiences that drive business results. I thrive on collaborative, fast-paced projects and turning ideas into distinctive, measurable outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Agency Owner at JM Creative
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founded a specialised design agency focused on strategic brand development; guided clients through brand strategy to identify unique market positioning; developed visual identities and digital experiences; managed client relationships, projects, and creative output.
Freelance Graphic Designer
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Created brand identities, digital marketing assets, web design solutions, and corporate literature for diverse clients; delivered branding work for fashion brands such as Kurt Geiger, Warehouse, and Oasis Fashion; designed website layouts and UI components; managed multiple concurrent projects and developed concepts for press events and campaigns.
Brand Strategist & Designer at Oasis Fashion
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Sole graphic designer responsible for all visual communications across web, social, international marketing, press, in-store signage, POS, and packaging; designed web assets, homepage banners, and digital campaign materials; art directed still-life shoots and supported seasonal campaigns; liaised with suppliers and printers to ensure print quality across processes.
Graphic Designer at Monsoon Accessorize
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Maintained brand integrity across multiple brands; managed graphics for web assets, e-commerce, and digital campaigns; mentored junior designers and presented concepts to department heads; developed designs reflecting distinct brand values and target demographics.
Graphic Designer at Trigger Design Agency
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Managed design projects from concept to completion; led account management for an international perfume brand; produced packaging, lookbooks, web pages, and digital marketing materials; directed still life shoots and retouching; attended press events internationally.

Education

BA (HONS) Graphic Design (2:1) at Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design at Middlesex University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
A-Levels & GCSEs at St. Georges School, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other