I have almost 8 years commercial experience as a designer and artworker gained from working both in-house and agency roles. I have a varied skill set and have produced artwork for a wide range of printed and digital media. As well as enjoying being able to tackle a creative brief I am able to work on high volumes of advertising production under tight deadlines, understanding the importance of producing quality and accurate work in a fast turnaround. I enjoy the challenges of a studio environment and I’m comfortable taking briefs or scamps and seeing them through to the finish. I am always fully committed and thrive in a collaborative creative environment.

Freelance Designer – August 2016 - presentI am currently working for an events/beverage consultancy in Dubai. I design their digital and printed media as well as animations for events when required.

Acting Studio Manager/Creative Services Manger – Table 19, London Jan 2016 - August 2016 Working closely with the accounts department I was responsible for organising the work flow of a team of art directors, copy writers and designers as well as the running of the studio and completion of all artwork. From planning out traffic and sourcing freelance resource to advising on costings and timings it is my responsibility to ensure the creative department is running smoothly and within budget. As well as being the sole artworker, I also helped out with design when I was free. It was also my responsibility to liaise with printers for artwork delivery and any other print requirements.

Senior Creative Artworker – Table 19, London Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 Working with the studio manager I was responsible for the artworking of printed and digital artwork. Mainly working with email, digital banners and DM I ensured that all creative was delivered correctly and on time adhering to style guides and detailed specifications. Other duties included retouching, creation of animated GIF’s and other digital assets as well as producing mock-ups and assisting with pitch documents.

Creative artworker and designer - Lidl UK, London - Feb 2011 - Dec- 2014Working as part of a small team I was responsible for creating artwork for POS, press ads, branding exercises, magazines and seasonal campaigns. My duties varied from design, artworking, illustration, research and working closely with in-house photographers and food stylists. As a key member of the creative projects team I was involved in all stages of the design process. Working closely with an art director and senior designer I produced artwork for national publications and in-store graphics.

Creative Artworker - Marketforce Advertising, Perth, Australia 2008 - 2009Marketforce is an award winning creative agency where I worked as an Artworker for leading Australian companies and brands across a range of media. I started on a casual freelance basis which led to regular freelance work. I succeeded in becoming a dedicated and valued member of a small studio in a high pressure environment with a fast paced workflow.

Extensive knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator CC • Press, editorial, POS, large format and in-store retail design, email and digital media • Experience of working with a photography studio • Typographic & retouching skills • Working with style guides • Strong pre-press knowledge • Preflighting and approving artwork • Liaising with printers and external clients • Basic Knowledge of After Effects and Dreamweaver • Knowledge of WordPress and Mail Chimp

rossarmstrong10@hotmail.com07402173731

Peterborough Regional College 2010 Certificate in HTML Web Design

University of Lincoln 2003-2007 Graphic Design BA (Hons)

Stamford College 2002-2003National Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art and Design

A levels: Art, Mathematics, Product Design and General Studies

Ross ArmstrongCV & Folio

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Matt Broekhuizen Managing Diector, Table19 4 Maguire Street London SE1 2NQ

Katryn TaylorCreative Projects Manager, 19 Worple Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 4JS

Michael BoyceStudio Manager Marketforce, Perth, Australiamboyce@marketforce.com.au