1. EDUCATION
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Sep. 2006 - Jun. 2009
University of Huddersfield
BA Honours Degree: 2:1
Creative Imaging: Graphic Design
Sep. 2004 - Jun. 2006
Wakefield College
BTEC National Diploma: DDM
Graphic Design
AS Level: Grade C
English Language
Sep. 1999 - Jun. 2004
Kettlethorpe High School
12 GCSEs: Grades A* - B
References are available upon request
Apr. 2016 - Present
Freelance Graphic Designer | Katie Louise Design
I made the decision to start my own business as a freelance graphic designer
in order to push myself forward and develop further in my chosen career path.
In the short time that I've been freelancing I've gained experience working with
design agencies and with direct clients.
Aug. 2014 - Apr. 2016
Studio & Creative Manager | Printforms Ltd
An incredibly varied role, looking after the day to day running of the creative
studio as well as communicating with the factory staff and outsourced suppliers
to make sure all print deadlines were met.
Key responsibilities:
• Creative design from concept through to completion
• Communicating with clients and suppliers
• Managing key accounts
• Amending documents (eg. Insurance policy wordings)
• Preparing artwork for print
• Working to corporate guidelines as and when required
• Working to tight deadlines
• Scheduling studio and production workload
• Overseeing the work of creative artworkers in the studio
Sep. 2009 - Aug. 2014
Designer & Creative Manager | Printforms Group
After graduating from University I began working as a Junior Graphic Designer
in the creative studio at Printforms Group. As my skill level and confidence
increased I was promoted to Creative Manager and tasked with looking after the
day to day running of the studio and managing the creative workload. I looked
after all artwork and liased direct with clients to achieve the best outcome for
their project. I also worked alongside the Production Manager to make sure all
print deadlines were met.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
I am a creative and talented Graphic Designer with extensive experience
working in the print industry. I have excellent knowledge of Adobe creative
software including inDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as a strong
knowledge of QuarkXPress and Microsoft Programs. I have exceptional
communication skills, both written and verbal. I am a strong team player and
work well alongside others. Friendly, outgoing and determined, I will always
make sure deadlines are met and that work is completed to a high standard.
A highly motivated
and enthusiastic
individual. I work well
under pressure, managing
my time and projects
effectively in order to meet
targets and deadlines.
SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE
CONTACT
katie@katielouisedesign.co.uk
01924 726031
07791 577787
57 Hollin Drive,
Durkar, Wakefield,
WF4 3PR
www.katielouisedesign.co.uk
OTHER INFO
Full, clean UK Drivers Licence
held for 10 years.
Currently training to use
Wordpress and other web
design software.
Limited knowledge of other
Adobe CC software such
as Dreamweaver, Flash and
After Effects.