Hello,
I’m a Graphic & Packaging Design Manager with over 15 years’ experience creating impactful, commercially effective designs. I lead a small but efficient design team, developing packaging and branding that stands out in competitive retail spaces.
My expertise spans brand identity, packaging design, and market-driven creativity, ensuring products are visually striking while clearly communicating their USP. My work has been sold in major UK retailers, including Morrisons, Tesco, Poundstretcher, B&M, Savers, and hundreds of convenience stores nationwide.
Alongside design, I bring a strategic and analytical approach, developing workflow systems and databases to streamline artwork management, approvals, and QA processes. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Excel, and FileMaker, I bridge the gap between creativity and project efficiency.
I work closely with buying teams, QA departments, and suppliers, ensuring brand consistency, compliance, and production accuracy. I also played a key role in shaping my company’s brand identity, from logo design to core values and style guides.
With a keen eye for detail, strong commercial awareness, and a hands-on approach, I create packaging and branding that not only looks great but delivers real impact.
Education
- BA: Graphic & Communication Design
Skills
Creative
- Brand identity development (logos, core values, style guides)
- Packaging design across various FMCG categories
- Market research and analysis for strategic positioning
- Visual differentiation and effective communication of USPs
- HTML/CSS
Software
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Lightroom)
- Microsoft Excel
- Claris FileMaker for database creation
Professional Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Effective communication of complex ideas
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Attention to detail
- QA and commercial awareness
- Adaptability and initiative in learning new skills
- Project and time management expertise