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Andrew Leung Portfolio Andrew Leung Portfolio
I am...Andrew LeungFlat 26, 1 New Marchants HouseBathBA1 1AR
[email protected]@gmail.com+44 (0) 7811362114www.zerothreeten.co.uk
I’ve achieved...2003 - 2007University of LincolnBA (Hons) Graphic Design2:2
2001 - 2003Wakefield CollegeNational Diploma in Graphic Design7 Merits7 Passes
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I worked for...November 2007 - Dec 2010Designer / GamesMaster Magazine
Duties included- 70% of magazine layout.- Working alongside the editorial team on new and creative ways to present different sections.- Managing freelancers, contributers and directing photographers in shoots.
Key achievements- Designed my first cover for the magazine after only 10 months.- Brought a bit more creative flair to the magazine and always tried to do something different creatively.- Helped with the redesign of the magazine.
January 2011 - May 2011Deputy Art Editor / GamesMaster Magazine
Duties included- Deputising for the Art editor when he was away.- Contributing ideas for new marketing opportunities.
Key achievements- Taking creative control on various projects including a new series of posters, The History of...- Working on more cover and packaging designs.- Key role in Editorial Excellence Award shortlisted FIFA tips poster.
May 2011 - November 2013Deputy Art Editor / Official PlayStation Magazine
Duties included- Deputising for the Art editor when he was away. Art editored a couple of issues whilst art ed was away doing another project.- Managing freelancers, contributers and directing photographers in shoots.
Key achievements- Working on cover and packaging designs. Given creative control over the cover designs for the OPM redesign issue.
November 2013 - April 2014Deputy Art Editor / PC Gamer
Duties included- Deputising for the Art editor when he was away.- Directing photoshoots for the tech page.
Key achievements- Working on the digital and US edition of the magazine.
April 2014 - PresentArt Editor / N-Photo Magazine
Duties included- Overseeing the design elements of the whole magazine - making sure it goes on time to a high standard and within budget.- Managing freelancers, contributers and directing photographers in shoots. This includes arranging location shoots around the country. - Liaisng with PRs and photographers to get the best content available for the magazine.
Key achievements- Redesigning and improving sections of the magazine, giving the magazine a fresher look.
I know...I have a good understanding of design programs such as:-Adobe Photoshop CS5Adobe Illustrator CS5Adobe InDesign CS5I also have a brief understanding of programs such as:-Dreamweaver CS5
I’m also a keen photographer, which helps in my job, as I can help direct photoshoots for the magazine and get the most out of the photographer.
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I like...Illustration and photography, which I try to bring into various pieces of work I’ve done.
and...Some of my other interest includes football, motor racing, music, video games and cake. I also write my own food blog [whatthecook.tumblr.com], showcasing some of the dishes I have cooked.
Referees...John StrikeFuture PublishingPC GAMERArt EditorQuay House, The Ambury, Bath, BA1 [email protected] 442244
Milford CoppockFuture PublishingOfficial PlayStation MagazineManaging Art EditorQuay House, The Ambury, Bath, BA1 [email protected] 442244
CVAndrew Leung