ABOUT

MANCHESTER, UK

Designing thoughtful products, systems and experiences across digital and print

Designing thoughtful products, systems and experiences across digital and print

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.

What I'm listening to & reading

What I'm listening to & reading

What I'm listening to & reading

Listening on Apple Music

Currently Reading

The Never Game

Colter Shaw Thriller Book 1

Jeffrey Deaver

Listening on Apple Podcasts

Work Experience

Senior Product Designer

Gregory Pennington Ltd / Money Wellness

Sep 2023 - June 2026

Manchester, UK

Designing and continuously improving end-to-end web and mobile products across multiple financial wellness businesses, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design and deliver user-centred experiences from discovery through to release.

Digital & Product Designer

BabelQuest

Dec 2021 - Aug 2023

Remote

Founding designer responsible for establishing the design function, leading end-to-end design across websites, web applications and digital products built on the HubSpot CMS. Collaborated with developers and stakeholders to design user journeys, interfaces and scalable design solutions for B2B clients.

Head of Design & Business Development

Geek Designs

May 2020 - Dec 2021

Peterborough, UK

Initially appointed as a freelance designer before transitioning into a leadership role, overseeing the design team and transforming design processes. Worked closely with clients, developers and directors to deliver high-quality web projects while mentoring designers and improving team workflows.

Designer & Artworker

Freelance

Dec 2019 - May 2020

Cambridgeshire, UK & Remote

Provided design consultancy support to multiple agencies across Cambridgeshire, working both in-studio and remotely to deliver print and digital design solutions across signage, editorial, e-books and social media content.

Graphic Designer & Digital Marketing Executive

Creative Edge Ltd

Jul 2018 - Dec 2019

Cambridgeshire, UK

Delivered print and digital design for automotive and retail clients, working with external marketing teams on advertising campaigns, social media content and print production.

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

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter