John R.
Lead Graphic Designer
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John R. is a seasoned Graphic Designer, Art Director, and Project Manager with a substantial history of contributing to the design, internet, and media industries. With a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design from Liverpool John Moores University and a strong foundation in art and design education, he has demonstrated proficiency in leading multiple design projects. As the Lead Graphic Designer at Achieve together, John is responsible for creating internal and external visual graphics across various media, ensuring brand consistency. Prior to this, he served as a Graphic Designer at Associated Industries, specializing in audio visual solutions where he managed a team of creatives in a fast-paced environment. John's career includes roles at Riverside College and ALG, where he oversaw complete rebranding projects and managed international design operations. He has worked with notable clients such as Audi, Coke, VW, and T-Mobile, showcasing his versatile design skills from print to digital media. John also operates as a Freelance Graphic Designer, broadening his experience with diverse projects for various clients, ensuring high industry standards within budget and time constraints.
Experience
Lead Graphic Designer
Achieve together · 2022 — PresentIn the role of lead designer, I produce all visual graphics for both internal and external purposes. This encompasses areas such as print, web, exhibition stands, building signage, vehicle livery, and video, ensuring adherence to brand consistency across all external parties.Graphic Designer
Associated Industries · 2017 — 2022As lead designer, I developed various design materials including moving images for screen and web, brochures, and exhibition stands. This role required adapting quickly to the fast-paced environment, managing a team of external creatives and in-house apprentices to meet tight deadlines.Graphic Designer
Riverside College · 2016 — 2017I was responsible for creating a wide range of marketing materials including external and internal publications, logos, flyers, banners, and signage. This position challenged my creativity due to the limited budget.Creative Designer
ALG · 2008 — 2016Joining as the first in-house designer, I undertook the creation of various materials from logos to large format print and exhibition stands. I led a team of designers focused on print and web projects, along with managing a network of freelancers and printers while also traveling internationally for conferences.Senior Designer and Art Director
Hi-Craft · 2007 — 2008My responsibilities included leading a small team of designers to enhance the quality and production volume of design outputs. This involved overseeing all print and product designs, executing a complete company rebranding, and directing all photography for publications with budget management and quote approval tasks.Graphic Designer and Art Director
Littlewoods · 2004 — 2007In this position, I focused on creative problem solving to uphold industry standards in publishing practices. My work consisted of layout production, creating photography briefs, and ensuring that ongoing projects aligned with company policies and deadlines.Graphic Designer and Regional Controller
Research International · 2003 — 2004I managed over four thousand evaluators while working on in-house design projects including direct mail, corporate brochures, and branding for clients such as Audi, Coke, and T-Mobile.Project Manager
The Liverpool and Manchester Design Initiative · 2001 — 2003As project manager, I handled all in-house design, curated exhibitions, managed projects for businesses, and coordinated fundraising efforts while maintaining two websites and databases.Freelance Graphic Designer
Company not specified · 2001 — PresentWorking as a freelance designer allowed me to gain experience delivering projects on time and within budget. My recent work includes various design assignments such as corporate branding, exhibition signage, and brochures for notable clients.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- BA (Hons) in Graphic DesignLiverpool John Moores University
- Nat’ Dip’ Foundation StudiesHugh Baird College of Higher Education
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