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It would be an honour to support a Christian focused project - would like to learn more
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Work Experience
Owner / Manager at StyloGraphics.com
March 1, 1993 - PresentFrom a home-based Apple Macintosh studio, I specialise in children’s book illustrations, proofreading, typesetting, book cover design, book type specifications & page layout to disc, photographic research, manuscript layout and visualisation.
Illustrator at Bark / Bark Children's Book Publisher
January 1, 2020 - PresentIllustrated for Bark’s publishing program, collaborating with authors to publish via Amazon/KDP. Portfolio includes the 101 Dog Portraits project and ongoing children’s book series development.
New Business Manager at Fonthill Creative Publishing
April 1, 2011 - September 27, 2025Sourced candidates, encouraged submissions, guided entries, and supported client acquisition and event scripting for award luncheons.
Telemarketing & Research On-line / Design Support at Essential Communications
December 31, 2008 - September 27, 2025Database research and cleansing, directing outreach to directors, with design support for PR materials.
Design Manager & PA / Photographer at Skishoot-Offshoot / Welove2ski.com
October 1, 2008 - September 27, 2025Managed ski & travel photographic library, produced travel brochures, supported editorial/photo projects for publishers and agencies; handled invoicing and marketing.
Illustrator / Publisher - Children's Books at Bark (Childrens Book Publisher)
January 1, 2020 - PresentIllustrator for multiple children's books, author collaborations, and publishing via self-publishing platforms; produced illustrations and book interiors and covers; managed illustration workflows for publishing projects and liaised with authors.
Owner / Manager at The Applestore Spa
January 1, 2015 - PresentManagement of a five-star luxury holiday let including guest services, bookings, housekeeping coordination, and bespoke event design for the property.
Awards & Events Manager at Wiltshire Life Magazine / Hampshire The County Magazine – The Mark Allen Group
January 1, 2011 - September 27, 2025Organised awards schemes, built relationships with panels of judges, and increased nominations; promoted design services to external organisations and schools; edited and presented event scripts and roll of honour; managed catering and venue logistics.
New Business Manager at Fonthill Creative Publishing
January 1, 2011 - September 27, 2025Sourced candidates, encouraged entries, guided submissions, and presented at formal luncheons to high-profile judges; secured advertising and new clients; supported script editing and event presentation.
Telemarketing & Research On-line / Design Support at Essential Communications
December 31, 2008 - September 27, 2025Telemarketing and market research; ongoing database cleansing and research; assisted with brochure/flyer design and admin support to the PR team.
Design Manager & PA at Sky & Travel Photographic Library / welove2ski / Skishoot-Offshoot
October 1, 2008 - September 27, 2025Managed the photographic library's marketing and travel brochures; produced client-facing materials; supported editors and photographers; administrative and production support for book and guide projects.
In-house Designer / Librarian at The Met Office I-Motus / Newbury
January 1, 1998 - September 27, 2025In-house design and library support for educational travel materials; image management and production assistance.
Senior Production Controller at The Imaging Business, Islington
January 1, 1993 - September 27, 2025Managed production services, output, scheduling, invoicing, and project management; built accounts including Reuters and Thames & Hudson.
Senior Graphic Designer / DTP at The Learning Curve, Watford
January 1, 1992 - September 27, 2025Quality POS and books production including The Daily Telegraph campaign; in-house production and DTP.
Designer / Illustrator / Publisher at StyloGraphics (Freelance)
March 1, 1993 - PresentFreelance design, illustration, book cover design, page layout, proofreading, and typesetting for children's books and publishing projects.
Owner/Manager at The Applestore Spa, Dinton (Wiltshire) – Holiday let
January 1, 2015 - PresentOwner/manager of a five-star luxury holiday let cottage; responsible for property management, guest services and marketing.
Awards & Events Manager / New Business Manager at Wiltshire Life magazine / Hampshire The County Magazine – The Mark Allen Group / Fonthill Creative / MA Publishing
October 1, 2008 - April 9, 2011Sourced entrants, coordinated awards, guided submissions, presented at panels of judges, organized award ceremonies and managed related communications.
Telemarketing & Research / Design Support (Freelance) at Essential Communications (Newbury) / Design Support
September 1, 2008 - November 1, 2008Telemarketing and market research, database maintenance, brochure/flyer design and PR support for clients.
Design Manager / Freelance In-house at Peter & Felice Hardy / Ski & Travel Photo Library / Welove2ski.com
September 1, 2004 - October 1, 2008Managed design and marketing for a travel photography library; image licensing, website updates, content management and contributor coordination.
Senior Production Design Controller at The Imaging Business, Islington
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1992Senior production design control for outsourced design services and high-end printing; client liaison and project management.
Clerk to Chambers / PA to Marc Beaumont at Harrow on the Hill Barristers Chambers
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990Administrative support, database management and chambers’ operations.
Owner/Manager at The Applestore Spa, Dinton, Salisbury
January 1, 2015 - PresentOwner/manager of a five-star luxury holiday let cottage; handles bookings, guest relations, and marketing via Airbnb; seasonal occupancy.
Awards & Events Manager (Freelance/In-house) at Wiltshire Life Magazine; Hampshire The County Magazine; Mark Allen Group; Fonthill Creative; MA Publishing
January 1, 2008 - April 1, 2011Sourced and organised awards entries, coordinated panels and judges, promoted design studios, and helped deliver flagship events and publications.
Design Manager & In-house Designer at Peter & Felice Hardy Journalists – Skishoot-Offshoot / welove2ski.com
January 1, 2004 - October 1, 2008Managed the photographic library’s marketing and online presence; oversaw uploads, licensing, and sales; assisted with Great Ski & Snowboarding Guide publication.
Designer & Illustrator (Freelance) at StyloGraphics
March 1, 1993 - PresentProvided book design, illustration, cover design, page layout, proofreading and project estimation for authors and publishers.
Senior Graphic Designer / DTP at The Learning Curve
June 1, 1991 - January 1, 1992Created point-of-sale materials and books; involved in typography and layout for educational and publishing projects.
Senior Production Design Controller at The Imaging Business
January 1, 1992 - December 1, 1992Managed design production, scanning, output workflows and client liaison in a high-end printing environment.
Clerk to Chambers / PA to Head of Chambers at Harrow on the Hill Barristers Chambers
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990Clerical support, database management, administration and marketing for a busy chambers.
Education
BA Hons History of Art, Design & Architecture (Specialising in Ancient Art & Communications in Design) at The University of East Anglia
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1988Foundation Course in Art & Design at The Middlesex University
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1985Princes Youth Business Trust Small Business Management Training Award & Training Package at Princes Youth Business Trust
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989A Levels: Art, Biology, English at Haberdashers' Aske's School for Girls
January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1984A-Levels: Art, Biology, English; Graphic Design, English Language, English Literature, French, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Food & Nutrition at Haberdashers' Aske's School for Girls, Elstree
January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1984BA Hons in History of Art, Design & Architecture (Ancient Art & Communications in Design) at University of East Anglia, Norwich
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1988Foundation Course in Art & Design at Middlesex University, London
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1985A-Levels at Haberdasher's Aske's School for Girls, Elstree
January 1, 1978 - December 31, 1984 CACHE Diploma in Preschool Management Level 3 at CACHE
October 1, 2004 - October 1, 2004Emergency First Aid – Babies & Children at St John Ambulance
January 1, 1989 - December 5, 2025Prince's Youth Busi ness Trust – Small Business Management Training at Prince's Youth Business Trust
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989Illustration Masters Degree (Online, Part Time) at Falmouth University
January 1, 2023 - December 11, 2025B.A. Hons Degree in History of Art, Design & Architecture (Specialising in Ancient Art & Communications Design) at The University of East Anglia, Norwich
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1988Foundation Course in Art & Design at The Middlesex University, London
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1985A-Levels: Art, Biology, English at Haberdasher's Aske's School for Girls, Elstree
January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1984O-Levels: Graphic Design, English Language, English Literature, French, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Food & Nutrition at Haberdasher's Aske's School for Girls, Elstree
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1984Emergency First Aid (Babies & Children) at St John Ambulance
January 1, 1989 - December 11, 2025Bachelor of Arts with Honours in History of Art and Architecture at University of East Anglia
October 3, 1985 - June 24, 1988Qualifications
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2025Emergency First Aid – Babies & Children
January 1, 1989 - December 5, 2025CACHE Diploma in Preschool Management Level 3
October 1, 2004 - October 1, 2004Prince's Youth Business Trust – Small Business Management Training
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989Accredited Course in Child Mental Health Support
January 1, 2024 - December 11, 2025CACHE Diploma in Pre-School Management (Level 3)
October 1, 2004 - December 11, 2025Emergency First Aid (St John Ambulance)
January 1, 1989 - December 11, 2025CACHE Diploma in Pre-School Management (Level 3)
October 1, 2004 - December 11, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Other, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality
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