Resume

WORK HISTORY

Jul 2021 - Present

Graphic Designer

ARC Document Solutions UK, London

Managed and designed marketing materials, brand guidelines, and creative concepts for national and global brands across print and digital platforms. Ensured brand requirements' consistency and adaptability. Collaborated with freelancers, installers, and the production team, overseeing project progress from design to final installation.
● Successfully project-managed and executed a comprehensive rebranding, involving external collaborations with architects and installers, resulting in the successful completion of a project valued at over £120,000.
● Designed a high-end brand proposal for environmental graphics development, exceeding sales targets by 30%, within four months of employment.
● Secured internal promotion from freelance designer to in-company designer, having independently managed a project and exceeding deliverables quality.

January 2023 - Present

Creative Media Sector Specialist Advisor

NOCN Group, London

Ensured industry standards requirements as well as that the apprenticeship programme remains relevant and up to date during the final assessments of apprenticeships in the creative media sector.
● Guided Learning and Skills Teacher End Point Assessors, offering expert advice in specialized vocational fields.
● Continuously analyzed operational workflows to enhance efficiency.
● Fostered sector interest and nurtured budding creative and digital media talent.
● Assess apprentice readiness for Professional Discussions and industry standards compliance.

November 2019 - July 2021

Graphic Designer

Music Teachers’ Association, London UK

Designed and managed end-to-end production of publications and promotional materials while actively collaborating with editorial and copywriting teams. Effectively communicated and presented design concepts to both stakeholders and art directors.
● Spearheaded design of trilogy books for the 7th conference of the Greek Music Teachers’ Association, submitted to Google Scholar for indexing.
● Surpassed all project deadlines, including one magazine and two books, (both printed and electronic publications), completed within two months.

Oct 2017 - September 2019

Graphic Designer

Print Factory, Rhodes, Greece

Produced concepts and briefs based on client needs and vision. Delivered print and digital designs, supervising from concept stage to execution. Managed end-to-end design processes for both print and digital projects, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams of designers, art directors, copywriters, and photographers. Proficiently crafted illustrations suited for clothing printing, packaging, and laser-cut production.
● Streamlined daily production tasks, maximising staff productivity in a high-volume design firm.
● Performed artwork duties for external collaborators while simultaneously producing printable, engraved, and digital designs.
● Accelerated promotion from junior designer to senior designer, entrusted to train new designers in the personnel team.
● Coordinated with notable clients and firms, including local luxury hotel clients, as well as working on brand development for the winner of Hell’s Kitchen 2018.

June 2012 - September 2014

Image Editing Teacher

C.T.C. Computer Training Classes, Rhodes, Greece

Instructed students in Adobe Photoshop and GIMP software, ensuring their proficiency. Maintained diligent oversight by submitting weekly progress reports, assessing comprehension, and providing guidance. Prepared both young learners (ages 7-17) and adults for ECDL Image Editing exams. Additionally, contributed to branding efforts by creating a company logo, business and students’ cards, and promotional material.
● Decreased teaching aids expenses by 50% by introducing technology-based learning.
● Improved learners’ results, with 92% of my students performing better than their predicted result and achieving a grade average above 85%.
● Initiated teaching program accommodating and integrating academic and cognitive development of young students.

HONORS & AWARDS

September 2023

Participant artist

Showcased at London Design Festival's digital platform in 2023, promoting A-see-stance: Designing an Accessible Shopping Experience.

Jul 2021

Organisational committee

Issued by Greek Association of Primary Music Education Teachers (GAPMET)

EDUCATION

2020 - 2023

MA Graphic Design

Middlesex University

2018 - 2019

Executive Diploma in Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing

International Career Institute, London

2018 - 2019

MA Pedagogical Training Education

School of Pedagogical & Technological Education, Rhodes

2011 - 2017

BSc Computer Science

Technological Educational Institute, Crete