ABOUT
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MANCHESTER, UK
I’m a Manchester-based designer, originally from Cambridgeshire, with a background spanning digital and print, specialising in translating deep user understanding into considered, functional design.
I’m drawn to work that combines process, purpose and craft, whether that means designing digital products, improving user journeys, building design systems, or creating visual identities that can grow with a business. I believe good design should be purposeful, clear and considered, as well as visually polished.
A lot of how I work comes from a foundation beyond digital design. I come from a family of typesetters, sign makers and designers, which probably explains my attention to typography, composition and detail. That influence still runs through everything I design and create.
I’m known for being highly organised and systematic in the way I work, especially in Figma and file management. Creating structure, consistency and reusable systems is something I genuinely enjoy, and it has naturally become one of my strengths as a designer.
Alongside product and brand work, I’ve always maintained a wider creative practice through illustration, photography and print. I find working across disciplines keeps my thinking sharp and often informs how I approach product work.
Outside of design, I train most days and have a background in martial arts, which has shaped a lot of my mindset: discipline, consistency and long-term thinking. Beyond that, you’ll usually find me cooking, watching cricket, visiting galleries or somewhere near live music.
Listening on Apple Music
Currently Reading
Manchester United After Munich
How Tragedy Forged One of the World's Greatest Football Clubs
Wayne Barton
Listening on Apple Podcasts
Work Experience
Senior Product Designer
Gregory Pennington Ltd / Money Wellness
Sep 2023 - Present
Manchester, UK
In-house product designer for the financial wellness sector. Producing, designing and continuously improving apps and digital products for multiple businesses within the group.
Digital Designer
BabelQuest
Dec 2021 - Aug 2023
Remote
Working with an Elite HubSpot agency, producing marketing materials, designing websites and managing design assets. Collaborating with marketers, developers, copywriters and stakeholders to continually push the boundaries with HubSpot and maintain Elite status.
Head of Design & Business Development
Geek Designs
May 2020 - Dec 2021
Peterborough, UK
Initially a freelance client, appointed to overhaul the design processes and manage the design team. Working closely with clients, developers and directors on varying web and design projects.
Designer & Artworker
Freelance
Dec 2019 - May 2020
Cambridgeshire, UK & Remote
Working with multiple agencies across Cambridgeshire both in-studio and remotely. Diverse range of projects completed, from event and exhibition signage to promotional booklets, animated e-books to social media graphics.
Graphic Designer & Digital Marketing Executive
Creative Edge Ltd
Jul 2018 - Dec 2019
Cambridgeshire, UK
With a focus on automotive and retail, online and offline materials were created in conjunction with external marketing companies. Responsible for social media and printed advertising, both design and ad set-up.
Creative Designer
OST Marketing
Aug 2017 - Jul 2018
Cambridge, UK
Produced varying deliverables for a wide range of clients in both B2B and B2C sectors, primarily focused around social media. Often involved meeting with clients and producing posts and accompanying material within very short time-frames.
Designer
Create Signs Ltd / Freelance
Oct 2012 - Aug 2017
Cambridgeshire, UK
Built up a stable client base from working within a family design studio throughout my formal education. Furthered this through online and offline networking and providing design services to local businesses. Preparation for the fast-paced, forever-evolving nature of the creative sector.
Education
BA Hons Graphic Design & Illustration
Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts
2014 - 2017
National Diploma in Art & Design
Long Road Sixth Form College
2012 - 2014
