I am an experienced Creative Director and design advocate. Driven by an inquisitive and experimental spirit. My work is rooted in traditional techniques and a DIY ethos, blending digital elements with analog methods to craft captivating visuals and compelling narratives.
In the past I have worked within branding strategies with Marantz, publishing with Penguin Random House and entertainment at Warner Music. My freelance work has been varied and cross-disciplinary.
I draw inspiration from culture, music, art, and printed ephemera, and these influences shape and intersect with my design approach. I like to approach each project with an open mind, and aim to bring innovation and continuous improvement to every endeavor.
Originally from the UK, I am now California based.
In addition to my design work, I am active in the music/art scene as co-founder and choir member of San Diego New Verbal Workshop. an experimental electronic/vocal musician and a member of the cult Irish band, United Bible Studies.
Community
Currently advise and mentor students via the portal 'Talk to a Creative Director'.
5x Judge for Adobe’s Creative Live Jam, a competition for students. Judging UX, Video and motion.
Reviewer for AIGA’s (American Institute of Graphic Arts) San Diego Virtual Portfolio Review, advising students on their future career.
Strategised the content of 4 workshops for AIGA and Intuit’s design education series ‘Designer Launch’, Branded the events, created swag, and developed promotion to engage students.
I presented a talk titled 'Creating Worlds' to students at both San Diego State University and Elon University, NC. The presentation discussed my career and the process of designing for music.
Press & Awards
2 Regional Addy awards for Marantz, Online Interactive Campaign, Integrated Advertising Campaign.
2 Regional Addy awards for Marantz, Online Interactive Campaign, Integrated Advertising Campaign.
Received press and accolades from Culturedeluxe, A Year In The Country, DoctorWhoTV, Hard Format, and Tor.com.
Achievements & Exhibitions
My music design work is archived in the British Library and my illustrations were exhibited in fashion icon Paul Smith’s shop.
My music design work is archived in the British Library and my illustrations were exhibited in fashion icon Paul Smith’s shop.
United Bible Studies' Divining Movements was featured in Mojo Magazine's Top 10 Underground Albums of 2021.