Mark Richard Bass has over 20 years of experience in graphic design, visual communications, and media-related fields. He holds a National Diploma in graphic design from 1993 and a BA (Hons) in Visual Communications from 2001. His skills include design, photography, social media, and communication. He has worked in various roles including graphic design, property management, administrative and customer service positions, and as a freelancer.

1. Mark Richard Bass tel. 07916315988 email: mr.mr.bass@gmail.com
Skills / Creativity
Graduated with a ND in graphic design in 1993. I have an imaginative and creative mind, which helps me to
use words and images to communicate and influence eye-catching designs. Successfully implemented ideas
and created designs for 4-years within this field.
Completed a BA (Hons)Visual Communications in 2001
06/ 2008
Two photographs I took
for Sleeveface were
featured in Guardian G2 in
2008 and three were
entered into the book that
was published.
I created & ran a
photographic journal on
blogspot for a period of 6
months through the
summer. While doing this
project my aim was to try
and capture the spirit of
the area at the time, in
regards to the fashion and
the graffiti where I lived, in Brick Lane.
A creative individual,
achieving targets
whilst producing
excellent standards in
w o r k i s v e r y
important. I work to
achieve best practice
results, by research,
planning, creating
d r a f t s a n d fi n a l
designs.
I find liaising with
c l i e n t s o r t e a m
members benefits the
management of the
design/creation more
efficiently.
Design Software
- Indesign
- Photoshop
- Social networking
software
- I Pad / IOS apps

2. Employment History
2011 – Present
After the completion
of the property and it was on the market for
rental, I found myself doing a myriad of work to
make ends meet. These jobs varied from media
related ( film /camera /lighting & sound
assistant) to gardening/painting and furniture
restoration/Upholstery.
2008- 2010
I became self employed from job seekers
allowance. The role I was performing was to
project manage the refurbishment of a property,
this was a hands on project which
involved me doing jobs both indoors and
outdoors.As a result of this job I fashioned myself
to be a building maintenance operative trading as
Trojan Business Services.
Admin software
- Microsoft office
- Iworld – This was a council content management system
that maintained housing repairs, environment, leisure,
tenancy, revenues and benefits.
- CRM - This was the Pearson system that had to integrate
with Iworld.
- Voter Xpress – This software package allows the
registration of voter and all election processes.
2007 - 2008– Admin / Social Skills
For 11 months I was employed as a ‘customer service representative’ for housing repairs for Southwark
council but employed by Pearson Government solutions. This job entailed being the first point of contact
for tenants / leaseholders to contact Southwark council. This was my primary position, but within this time
of employment I worked within different departments. I worked for ‘electoral services’ for a period of 4-6
weeks Between Januarys-February. The role involved taking voters details and queries in regards to the
registration of electors.This service was open to any member of the public residing within the borough of
Southwark or voting by Proxy. Between 1st March - 5th April 07 I spearheaded a payment initiative for
Pearson Government solutions within ‘council tax’ department for a trial period. This service was to
receive online web payments, which involved taking customers personal debit/credit card details to obtain
their payments. In this period of time I had raised £130,000+ of unpaid council tax.
2004-2006
I studied for a Masters in Psychoanalysis but obtained a PG diploma in Health and Social Sciences.

3. Education
PG Diploma Health and Social Sciences - Middlesex University, Enfield London (2007)
BA Honours Visual communications - Leeds University (1997-2001)
National Diploma Graphic design - Leeds College of Art and Design, (1991-1993)
G.C.S.E 6 Passes Grade A-C - St Michael’s Secondary School, Leeds (1986-1991)
Date of Birth: 18th of January 1975. Clean Driving licence obtained in 1997
Personal Achievements: As part of a summer school project in 2001, I engaged in the re-designing a
derelict warehouse.The architectural model was published in the ‘East
London Advertiser’. I was recognised by ‘East End Life’ for campaigning
against the demolishing of Archers in Brick Lane, as a result I received a
scholarship from Middlesex University.
Interests: I enjoy photography, film and live music. I try to visit art galleries, museums,
theatres and live performance. I am a sociable person and like to meet new
people whenever I am able to do so.
Reference: Available on request