I'm a creative designer with a strong eye for layout, typography, and brand consistency, and I genuinely enjoy bringing ideas to life. Whether I'm working on print or digital projects, I focus on crafting designs that are polished, practical, and visually engaging. I thrive in collaborative environments, bouncing ideas around with clients and colleagues to turn concepts into thoughtful, meaningful work. From shaping brand identities to creating marketing materials or digital experiences, I combine creativity with strategy to make designs that not only look great but also connect with audiences. I am detail-oriented, adaptable, and always curious, constantly inspired by new design trends and ways to make my work more impactful.

Faye Gollaglee

I'm a creative designer with a strong eye for layout, typography, and brand consistency, and I genuinely enjoy bringing ideas to life. Whether I'm working on print or digital projects, I focus on crafting designs that are polished, practical, and visually engaging. I thrive in collaborative environments, bouncing ideas around with clients and colleagues to turn concepts into thoughtful, meaningful work. From shaping brand identities to creating marketing materials or digital experiences, I combine creativity with strategy to make designs that not only look great but also connect with audiences. I am detail-oriented, adaptable, and always curious, constantly inspired by new design trends and ways to make my work more impactful.

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I’m a creative designer with a strong eye for layout, typography, and brand consistency, and I genuinely enjoy bringing ideas to life. Whether I’m working on print or digital projects, I focus on crafting designs that are polished, practical, and visually engaging. I thrive in collaborative environments, bouncing ideas around with clients and colleagues to turn concepts into thoughtful, meaningful work.

From shaping brand identities to creating marketing materials or digital experiences, I combine creativity with strategy to make designs that not only look great but also connect with audiences. I am detail-oriented, adaptable, and always curious, constantly inspired by new design trends and ways to make my work more impactful.

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Work Experience

Product Designer at Crafters Companion LTD
October 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and developed craft products using Adobe Creative Suite software. Specialized in designing surface pattern designs for homeware and textiles for the Sara Davis QVC and HSN range. Produced creative and engaging graphics for packaging and merchandising. Worked on packaging, mock ups, mood boards, surface pattern, dies, embossing folders, designing digital assets and branding.
Freelancer Greeting Card Designer at Self-employed
October 31, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Developed innovative digital print designs for clients in creative industries. Work was displayed in UK stores and abroad. Successfully designed to client specifications, styles, and within tight deadlines. Commissioned and sold surface patterns and greeting cards to design agencies.
Part Time Sales Assistant at Marks and Spencer
October 31, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Provided high level customer care, operated checkouts, helped with cash flow collections, stock replenishment, and general housekeeping. Developed knowledge of company products.
Junior Designer at Paperdove Company LTD
September 30, 2010 - July 8, 2025
Designed greeting cards and gift wrap using Adobe products and various other mediums for charities such as Cancer Research, Amnesty International and Samaritans. Frequently had designs selected by clients for production. Liaised with clients visiting print suppliers. Proof-read, applied foiling, mock-ups, amended and processed artwork for press production.
Sales Assistant at Marks and Spencer
November 1, 2010 - October 1, 2020
Engaged with customers to enhance sales and customer satisfaction. Managed stock levels and displayed merchandise to promote sales. Supported events and promotions to boost store visibility and engagement.
Designer at Paperdove Company LTD
May 1, 2008 - September 1, 2010
Created greeting card and gift wrap designs for clients like Cancer Research, Amnesty International, and Samaritans. Prepared print-ready artwork and liaised with clients and print suppliers.
Freelance Designer at Self-Employed
October 1, 2010 - October 1, 2020
Worked on print and pattern design for giftware, homeware, textiles, and stationery, delivering print-ready files on time and managing client communication to ensure satisfaction and timely project delivery.
Designer at Paper Dove Company LTD
May 1, 2008 - September 1, 2010
Created card and gift wrap designs for clients like Cancer Research, Amnesty International, and Samaritans. Prepared print-ready artwork and liaised with clients and print suppliers to support project delivery.

Education

BA (HONS) Degree at The Northern School of Art Hartlepool
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008
Foundation A-level Art & Design at The Northern School of Art Hartlepool
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
AVCE Art & Design with merit at Hartlepool Sixth Form College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
10 GCSEs at Manor College of Technology Hartlepool
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1999
Bachelor's Degree at University of Design
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
BA (HONS) Degree in Textiles and Surface Design at The Northern School of Art
September 1, 2004 - June 1, 2008
Foundation A-level Art & Design at The Northern School of Art
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2004
10 (A to D) GCSEs at Manor College of Technology
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1999
BA (HONS) Degree Textiles and Surface Design at The Northern School of Art
September 1, 2004 - July 1, 2008
Foundation A-level Art & Design at The Northern School of Art
September 1, 2002 - July 1, 2004
10 (A to D) GCSEs at Manor College of Technology
September 1, 1994 - July 1, 1999

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services