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

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

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter

AVP DESIGN

© 2026 AVP Design | Abigail Parmenter