Curriculum Vitae of:
Oliver Bingham
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Contact
Address: Flat 3, 10A Wolverton Gardens, Ealing, London. W5 3LJ E-mail: binghamoliver@gmail.com Website: www.oliverbingham.co.uk Mobile: 07547 155646 Twitter: @OBingham Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BinghamOliver LinkedIn: http://uk.linkedin.com/pub/oliver-bingham/50/b96/271
Aim My aim is to secure employment at a forward thinking design agency. I am most suited for a position within client services, although I also have a firm interest in planning and strategy. I’m
looking to gain practical knowledge from a creative team that cultivates fresh and dynamic ideas to solve problems and make an impact.
About I am 22 years old, having studied ‘Advertising and Media’ BA at Northumbria University for the past 3 years, in which I gained a 2:1. I’m interested in formulating branding strategies in order to strengthen, or create, positive messages and relationships. I’m also passionate about evolving brand identities to enhance a brand’s reputation.
I believe that great design can leave a lasting impression, and that too often companies settle for average creativity and generic strategies to fulfill their needs. I am currently interning at Dragon Rouge, London, and gaining a better understanding of the design industry through reading and research.
Experience May ’13 - Present - Intern (Consumer Branding and Packaging) @ Dragon Rouge (Design and Innovation Agency - London) •Supporting members of the client service team •Researching prospective clients, writing detailed reports February ’13 - March ’13 - Client Services Intern @ Pearlfisher (Design Agency - London). •Supported all members of the client service team •Updated the agency’s client management software (Maconomy) January ’13 - Account Executive Intern @ The Dairy (Marketing Communications Agency - Nottingham). •Liaised with clients face to face, over the phone and via email •Project managed 2 promotional marketing campaigns for a top fashion brand October ’12 - November ’12 - Marketing and New Business Intern @ Coley Porter Bell (Ogilvy’s Brand and Packaging Agency - London). •Developed the agency’s marketing plan for their 2013 drive client (now in operation) •Supported the client service and planning teams on live projects July ’12 - August ’12 - Brand Intern @ Underscore (360 Degree Branding Agency - London). •Researched prospective clients, writing reports on their current look-and-feel, tone of voice etc. - then briefed designers •Provided support to the strategy team on several projects •Managed the agency’s social media activity and blog
Education Toot Hill Comprehensive Bingham, Notts 9½ GCSE’s
Becket Sixth Form West Bridgford, Notts A-Levels in History, Economics and Sports Science
Northumbria University Newcastle Advertising and Media BA 2:1
2002 - 2007
2007 - 2009
2009 - May 2012
Skills I know how to work within a team - I have the ability to work with and improve other people’s ideas, just as well as I can create my own. I understand that a patchwork of ideas can produce an excellent end product. I know how to get involved with a brand - I automatically think ‘brand and consumer’ rather than ‘headline and visual’, that part comes later. Understanding a brand and prospective consumer leads to stronger ideas, ideas with impact. I know how to problem solve - I never set myself a challenge that I know I can easily achieve. Why would I? There is limited fun and reward. I believe risks must be taken, so long as they are calculated and balanced. It’s better to be smart and gutsy, than smart and safe in this industry, surely?
I know how to research - I believe that it’s important old methods are still used. The power of conversation should not be underestimated, whether that be with consumers or clients. I believe that maximum research = maximum results. I know how to apply myself - I’m self-disciplined and a hard worker. If I have a deadline to meet, I always do my upmost to stick to it, no matter what. I know how to communicate with clients - I very much enjoy being the ‘face of an agency’, and I understand the importance of maintaining (and developing) strong client-agency relationships.
I know what is ‘in’ - By this I mean trends, whether that be music, fashion, or the design industry, I know what is going on, who’s doing what, and why. My subscriptions to ‘Brand Republic’, ‘Design Week’ and ‘Campaign’ allow me to follow events from the industry.
Interests music
photography
eating out
film
sport
Please do not hesitate to get in touch.