design strategy presentataion
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Design Strategy PresentationTRANSCRIPT
My name is Lisa Whitaker
& I am a
Graphic Designer
Hello.
Before After
Before Graphic Design
After Graphic Design
A concept driven
Graphic Designer whose
interdisciplinary practice
reflects my interest in
the relationship between
Brands, Culture and
Lifestyle
Things That Have
Shaped
Me
Placements,
Studio Visits &
Interviews
BriefsCritical
Thinking Brand Me
Placement
Perfect
Placement
Advertising or Design?
Interviews
Internal Marketing or Design?
Briefs
2013 FESTIVAL TOUR2013 FESTIVAL TOUR
Commercial and Design?
Briefs
No Budgets and Design?
Briefs
Reality Check and Design
Critical
Thinking
Culture Brands
Asking Questions about Design
Brand Me
CVLisa Whitaker
Personal Profile
A Graphic Designer whose practice is focused on branding and promotion for a range of sectors, with a passion for research and concept development. My background as a Management Accountant allows me to bring a unique blend of analytical, project management and problem solving skills to design. Currently in my final year on the prestigious BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Leeds College of Art, I have demonstrated an ability throughout my career to work with initiative and creativity.
Software Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign and After Effects.
Final Cut Express.
Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
Education
2010 - 2013 BA (Hons) Graphic Design Leeds College of Art
2009 - 2010BTEC Level 2 Art and Design (Distinction)Oldham College
1998 Associate of Chartered Management Accountants(ACMA)
Other interests
I love Nick Drake, watching my sons play rugby league and football, Morocco, Yorkshire Tea, The Fun Lovin Criminals, Indesign, Barney Bubbles, Zero 7, sunsets, Luther and Foo Fighters.
References Mr Jon HaighSenior Finance OfficerKirklees CouncilKirkgate BuildingsByram StreetHuddersfieldHD1 1BY
Mr F BatesProgramme LeaderLeeds College of ArtBlenheim WalkLeeds LS2 [email protected](Preferred method of contact)
Employment History
201210 Associates, Mirfield2 week placement
2004 - 2010 Kirklees Council, Physical Resources & Procurement, Huddersfield Assistant Finance Officer
2004 - 2010 Nields Junior, Infant and Nursery School PSFA Treasurer. A voluntary role for a registered charity
1995 - 2003ALSTOM T&D LTD Distribution Switchgear, Manchester 2001 - 2003 Finance Manager 1999 - 2001 Asst. Accountant
1994 - 1995 World travel through India, South East Asia and Australia
1989 - 1994British VitaAccounts ManagerAssistant Accounts Manager
1987 - 1989Courtaulds Spinning Trainee Accountant
Contact details
11 Elms Hill SlaithwaiteHuddersfield HD7 5HR
01484 84568207811 [email protected]
Website
Online
Next Steps
After
BA (hons) Graphic Design
Jobs
Internships
Cake
One month to impress
Placement
Freelance
Cultivate local networks
Skills
Continue to challenge myself
Thanks for listening, any advice?
Cheers