SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe XD
After Effects
Atom
Cinema 4D
CSS
CMS Systems (WordPress Drupal)
Dreamweaver
FTP Systems
HTML 5
MailChimp
Microsoft Office
Premiere Pro
SketchUp

DESIGN PROFICIENCY

Advert design
Analytical design
Animation
CMS management
Conceptual design
Creating designs for print
Creative research
Digital & hand illustration
Editorial design
Email coding
Logo & branding design
Mock-up creation
Photo reimaging & manipulation
Photography
Presentation design
Presentation production & delivery
Product design
Project management
Prototype design
Social media content
Storyboard illustration
UI & UX design
Wireframe development
Working with various printers

Achievements

‘Outstanding Effort’ degree award
Design Council award winner
Certificate of Achievement from DIT
Final year student rep
Foreign Relations Program university rep

EXPERIENCE

April 2023 – Present xrecruiter, Australia: Senior Graphic Designer

  • Led branding pitches and identity development, securing long-term collaborations.
  • Advised on brand strategy to ensure consistency and growth.
  • Co-created marketing campaigns to boost visibility and audience engagement.
  • Partnered with web teams to implement UX/UI best practices across digital platforms.
  • Streamlined partner onboarding processes for improved efficiency.
  • Delivered high-impact design and strategy projects for a range of stakeholders.
  • Supported cross-team initiatives with creative input, driving innovation and cohesion.
April 2023 – Present Freelance Work: Multimedia UX Designer

  • Designed scientific figures and a 140+ page report for University of Queensland.
  • Created a 3D sculpture prototype for resin casting (artist: Riya Chandiramani).
  • Developed branding for VRC Paddle Racing and K&S Designs.
  • Produced pitch decks and presentations for MVI and others.
March 2021 – April 2023 Techtronic Industries, Hong Kong: Principle Digital Designer

  • Designed high-fidelity UI wireframes for mobile and web applications, aligning with
    brand and user goals.
  • Led user research, usability testing, and feedback loops.
  • Produced a wide range of 2D and 3D motion graphics.
  • Created engaging storyboards and visual narratives to support marketing and storytelling.
  • In-house photographer/videographer, capturing and editing content for a range of uses.
  • Designed impactful pitch decks, large-scale mockups, and presentation materials.
  • Contributed to creative ideation across teams, helping drive innovation.
April 2020 – March 2021 Freelance Work: Multimedia UX Designer

  • Redesigned and developed websites for Ampt.tech and ProjectSeagrass.org.
  • Created 3D character animations for Schnell (Swiss board company).
  • Revamped Cloudbet affiliate guide with improved structure and visuals.
  • Delivered full branding suite for Casa Santo Antonio Villa Hotel.
Jan 2018 – April 2020 Linux Internet, Whitley Bay: Multimedia UX Designer

  • Led UX design for client websites, producing wireframes, user flows, and UI assets.
  • Developed custom animations, illustrations, and responsive design elements.
  • Managed client relationships from briefing to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals and design best practices.
  • Produced instructional video content and tutorials for client platform management.
Sep 2017 – Dec 2017 SaleCycle, Tyne & Wear: Junior Web/UX Designer
May 2016 – Dec 2016 Transform Your Images, Newcastle: Part Time Print Consultant

EDUCATION

Sep 2016 – Jun 2017 University of Sunderland, Sunderland
Degree/Bachelor of Graphic Design:
First Class Honours
Sep 2013 – Jun 2015 Bray Institute of Further Education, Wicklow
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design:
Distinction
Sep 2017 – Aug 2011 Technological University Dublin, Dublin
Degree/Bachelor of Electrical Services Engineering:
Second Class Honours