I am a creative director and graphic designer with experience developing branding, marketing materials, digital assets, advertising campaigns, product catalogues and web designs. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, engaging visual work and have worked across both print and digital projects for businesses of different sizes. My experience includes leading creative projects, collaborating with marketing teams and producing cohesive brand identities.…

Luke Hadley

I am a creative director and graphic designer with experience developing branding, marketing materials, digital assets, advertising campaigns, product catalogues and web designs. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, engaging visual work and have worked across both print and digital projects for businesses of different sizes. My experience includes leading creative projects, collaborating with marketing teams and producing cohesive brand identities.…

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I am a creative director and graphic designer with experience developing branding, marketing materials, digital assets, advertising campaigns, product catalogues and web designs. I enjoy turning ideas into clear, engaging visual work and have worked across both print and digital projects for businesses of different sizes. My experience includes leading creative projects, collaborating with marketing teams and producing cohesive brand identities.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Carlisle Brass
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Created visual materials for marketing campaigns, advertisements and product catalogues. Worked with the marketing team to ensure designs followed brand guidelines, produced print and digital assets, managed multiple projects and communicated product features effectively.
Degree Show Designer at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Created animated GIF invitations for a university degree show. The invitations were distributed to hundreds of individuals and prospective employers, requiring effective time management and delivery within strict deadlines.
Graphic Designer at University of Cumbria Degree Show
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Created animated GIF invitations for the university degree show. The invitations were distributed to hundreds of individuals and prospective employers, requiring careful time management and delivery within strict deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Digital Mustard
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Designed for a range of clients over six months, gaining practical experience in web design, marketing and branding for businesses of different sizes.
Graphic Designer at @Pay
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Supported the development of merchant pages for a buy-now-pay-later application.
Studio Visit Participant at Various Design Studios
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Visited and toured design studios to build industry awareness and gain insight into professional creative practice, including a visit to The Chase in Manchester.
Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Completed freelance design and illustration projects while studying and working in other roles. Promoted services through Instagram and a personal website, including creating the visual identity for the band 405.
Studio Visits Participant at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Visited and toured design studios to gain insight into professional creative practice and future career opportunities.
Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Completed freelance design and illustration work alongside university and other employment, promoted services through Instagram and a personal website, and designed the identity for the band 405.
Studio Visitor at Various design studios
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Visited and toured design studios to gain insight into professional creative practice and understand potential career pathways. A memorable visit was to The Chase in Manchester.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Completed freelance design and illustration work alongside university and other employment, promoting services through Instagram and a personal website. A notable project involved creating the identity for the band 405.
Forestry Worker at Part-time forestry team
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Planted trees as part of a team for two months each winter, developing teamwork and coordination skills.
Part-time Forestry Worker at Forestry team
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Planted trees with a team for two months each winter, developing teamwork, coordination and reliability in physically demanding outdoor work.
Art Assistant at Private Boys' School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Supported art lessons for students aged 12 to 16, assisting with drawing skills including composition and perspective. Communicated with students and helped them improve their artwork.
Waitrose Porter at Waitrose
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Moved heavy objects, organised stock and equipment, and handled practical tasks that supported store operations.
Art Assistant at Private boys school
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Supported art lessons for pupils aged 12 to 16, helping with drawing skills including composition and perspective. Built communication skills by explaining how students could improve their drawings.
Porter at Waitrose
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Handled heavy objects and helped resolve practical issues as part of the store team.

Education

Secondary education at Rushden Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at The East Northampton College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Foundation in Graphic Design and Illustration at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Secondary education at Rushden Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at The East Northampton College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Graphic Design/Illustration Foundation at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Secondary education at Rushden Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at The East Northampton College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Graphic Design/Illustration Foundation at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Secondary education at Rushden Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at The East Northampton College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Foundation in Graphic Design/Illustration at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University of Cumbria
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Manufacturing, Agriculture & Mining

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