Experience

2004-PRESENT
FREELANCE DIGITAL DESIGNER
DIRECTOR OF The Day After Friday LTD
As a designer, I specialize in creating modern, effective designs that utilize cutting-edge design tools, industry-standard techniques, and carefully-crafted content. My passion for my work stems from my ability to act as both a strategic thinker and a skilled designer, combining my technical expertise with a creative approach that always aims to provoke thought and intrigue among real people. I pride myself on utilizing user-driven development frameworks to build designs that are not only visually appealing, but also focused on delivering the best possible user experience. To achieve this, I apply the latest accessibility guidelines to all of my work, ensuring that every asset I create - from websites and brochures to big-scale graphics, newsletters, social media assets, Instagram filters, and animated videos - is designed to help my clients effectively communicate with their users.

Some of my clients include: GAP, Cisco, Budlight, University of Greenwich, Garden Day UK, VeKitchen, King's College, CAROL - the AI HIIT bike, Temono - Telecoms and Technology PR, Polygon Live Productions and Waggel - Pet insurance.

2022-PRESENT
OLIVER AGENCY

2022 - Worldremit
In 2022, I was appointed to join the Oliver agency as part of a team tasked with ensuring a seamless transition after Worldremit appointed the agency as their new marketing and design partner. In this capacity, I successfully imparted my knowledge of the brand guidelines to the new team while revamping old projects to align with the new brand direction. Throughout my tenure in this role, I contributed significantly to a number of high-profile international campaigns, including Christmas, Diwali, and Fireworks Day-themed seasonal projects.

2022-2023 - Royal Horticultural Society
During my tenure with the Oliver agency, I was privileged to work on the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) account. My role commenced at the very beginning of the agency's relationship with RHS, and I was tasked with ensuring a smooth onboarding process. I worked closely with the project manager to establish and organize assets and templates, fostering clear lines of communication between the two teams. During my time with the RHS team, I dedicated myself to producing compelling print materials that effectively promoted their events across their five gardens situated in various locations throughout the United Kingdom. I also lent my expertise to the creation of programmatic display and social media ads that garnered significant attention and engagement.

2021-2022
WORLDREMIT (LONDON, UK)

In 2021, I was proud to join the marketing team at Worldremit, an international money transfer service catering to a diverse, global audience. In this role, I immersed myself in different cultures and festivals to create compelling campaigns that would effectively spread the company's message across the world. I collaborated closely with the social media team to create a range of engaging content, including 360 Programmatic display ads using smartly.io tools, as well as organic campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. As a line manager, I also oversaw the work of a junior designer, maintaining an open and collaborative working relationship while continually reviewing and improving the department's aims and objectives. My time at Worldremit was marked by a dedication to creating content that resonated with the target audience, while remaining true to the brand's values and messaging.

2021
SPEAKERS FOR SCHOOLS (LONDON, UK)

As a member of the marketing team at Speakers for Schools, I played a crucial role during a particularly busy period following the organization's rebranding efforts. In my role, I was primarily responsible for creating compelling video content that effectively promoted the organization and its mission. Additionally, I played a key role in implementing the new branding across the organization's existing website, working closely with the dev and UX teams to ensure that the site was fully accessible to all students and their caregivers throughout the UK. Through my work, I was able to effectively support the marketing team's efforts to promote the organization and its mission to a wider audience.

2020
KINDRED AGENCY (LONDON, UK)
As a skilled designer at Kindred, I demonstrated my ability to deliver high-quality designs across a diverse range of mediums. I worked on live briefs, from pitch decks for new clients to ongoing projects and last-minute requests. My expertise included the design and management of social media assets, such as bespoke Instagram filters, as well as packaging designs and PowerPoint templates. During my tenure at Kindred, I worked with a range of clients, including notable brands such as Budweiser, WRAP - Food Waste, Gas Safe Register, National Citizen Service, Ocado, Department for Education, National Crime Agency and Dyson amongst many others.

2013 – 2019
STUDENTS' UNION - UNIVERSITY OF GREENWICH (LONDON, UK)
As a digital communication designer with GSU, my primary focus was on designing, producing and promoting a wide range of graphic design work, which encompassed everything from website user experience design and branding to marketing materials such as flyers and booklets, across a variety of sectors including animation, video editing, recreation, and retail outlets. I also played a key role as a project manager within the marketing department, ensuring that all projects were completed within the given timeline, and maintaining excellent working relationships with stakeholders. As a manager, I mentored and managed four student staff members, and continue to support them in their professional development.

2007 – 2010
THESSALIA NEWSPAPER (VOLOS, GREECE)
As an art director for a weekly and monthly magazine, I was accountable for overseeing the design of both publications. I efficiently managed tight deadlines while providing guidance and support to my design team. My responsibilities included ensuring the visual coherence of each issue and making design decisions that aligned with the brand's aesthetic.

2007 
MEDIACAST (KOZANI, GREECE)
As a designer at Mediacast, I handled diverse print design projects and also played a crucial role in the creation of the company's weekly newspaper.

2005 
SONY MUSIC (ATHENS, GREECE)
As a web designer for Sony Music Greece, I had the opportunity to assist in the design of websites for some of the biggest names in the Greek music industry.