CV
Work
Experience
2021 - Present
Graphic Designer
Studio Egret West
I joined Studio Egret West in July 2021, having gained recognition for Falmouth University's 'Most Creative Project' during my final year of university. At SEW, I work with printers and other external contractors on digital documents, branding and wayfinding.
2020
Design Winner
Geometry Global
In 2020, I won an industry lead competition ‘The Future of Retail’ (judged by Richard Hartle, Geometry Global). This collaborative project entailed designing a pop up shop for Clerkenwell Design Week (cancelled due to Covid-19).
2019
Graphic Designer
Manna Bakery
During my semester studying abroad in Singapore, I undertook work designing the biscuit packaging for a small bakery based in Bintan, Indonesia.
2019
Interior Designer
Marlborough School
This live interior design work experience was centred around designing a new nature themed library for Marlborough Primary School in Cornwall.
2019
Creative Designer
Tribal Worldwide
This 4 day work experience was based around visions for how company ‘Tribal DDB’ might better communicate the experience of travelling in eVehicles for Volkswagen.
2015
Marketing Intern
Sony Music
Having performed trumpet as part of BB1 at the Royal Albert Hall in 2015, I endeavoured to understand more about the music industry. This 2 week internship at Sony Music enabled me to explore the world of advertisement and management whilst experiencing 9-5 office work.
Education
2018 - 2021
Falmouth University |
1st Class Bachelor's Degree (Hons)
Interior Design
Studying Interior Design at a degree level has nurtured my creativity and conceptual thinking. I’ve learnt to be an effective team player with strong communication skills.
2019 - 2020
Lasalle College of the Arts |
Study Abroad Semester, Singapore
Spatial Design
Immersing myself in the East Asian education system showed me a culture that puts immense value on discipline and self motivation.
Awards
2021
'National Writing Award 2021'
Interior Educators
In 2021, I was nominated for the Interior Educators ‘Writing Award’ for my final year dissertation which explored ageism in design:
Why is 90% of marketing expenditure targeted at the age group under 50, when the over 65 year olds control 70% of all disposable income?
2021
'Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award 2021'
Interior Educators
In 2021, I was nominated for the Interior Educators ‘Diversity, Equity and Inclusion’ award for my final year project 'The Nike Seniors Hub'.
2020
'Most Creative Project 2020'
Falmouth University
In 2020, I was awarded Falmouth University’s ‘Most Creative Project’ award for my Run Thru McDonald’s design.
2020
'The Future of Retail' Winner
Geometry Global
In 2020 I won an industry lead competition ‘The Future of Retail’ in collaboration with Fashion Markting students.
2018
'Character and Commitment' Award & Art Scholarship
Pipers Corner School
Achieving an art scholarship to Pipers Corner School for sixth form provided me with a platform to fulfil my leadership roles as Head of House and Charity Representative for which I was awarded the schools ‘Character and Commitment’ award.