Sophie Wilson Spring | Summer 2013
I’m a Graphic Designer, and I would like to work with you.
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Work +44 (0) 7846 957 340 hello(at)sophiewilsondesign.com sophiewilsondesign.com
Name Sophie Wilson Education Telford College of Art & Technology BTEC National Diploma Art & Design (3 x Distinction) Leeds College of Art BA (Hons) Graphic Design 2010-13 Industry Experience Cosmopolitan Magazine, London 20 August 20111 Editorial & Publication design Glad Creative, Gateshead 14 - 20 July 2012 & 29 Oct - 3 Nov 2012 Brand development, Illustrative & Editorial Design Founded, Newcastle 3 - 7 Sept 2012 Brand development & Illustration Qubik, Leeds 9 Nov 2012 Assistant & Editorial design development Freelance Experience Three years freelance experience working with both national & international clients, working on both a commision and privatised basis as well as selling work through both high street online stores (see retail stockists section for further information). Exhibtions Papergirl Leeds Exhibition
Café 164 / Split Yorkshire Graphic Designers Exhibition 19 May 2012 Café 164, Leeds Print / Web
Trigger Magazine, 2011 Photography & Fashion Magazine designed & editedby Graphic Designer, Maddie Amor Photography / Interview Feature Golden Age Magazine Issue 04, 2012 Graphic Design Interview Feature designed & edited by Nikki Chicone Getty Images, 2012 Photographic image licensing Stylist Magazine, 2012 Etsy Stockist Feature, Christmas 2012 Retail / Web Stockists Crafty Praxis, Huddersfield Bird’s Yard, Leeds Nook & Cranny, Liverpool Etsy Not on the High Street Teetotal Clothing Software Skills Adobe After Effects CS6 Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 / Basic CSS Skills Adobe Illustrator CS6 Adobe InDesign CS6 Adobe Photoshop CS6 Microsoft Office 2011
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Play sophiewilsonandherillustrations.tumblr.com flickr.com/people/37905387@N05 Interests European Travel & Literature Film & Cinema Outdoor Pursuits (Quad Biking, Abseiling, Diving) Hobbies Music (Guitar, Clarinet, & Ukulele) Reading (Adrian Mole & Carl Jung) Photography About Me Having moved from Shropshire, a rural county, to Leeds in September 2010 to embark on my BA (Hons) Graphic Design degree at Leeds College of Art, at first, the shift from country to city felt huge, moving home for the first time, and experiencing true independence, both in my personal and professional life. Before starting the course, I had next to no experience within the industry or practice, but a real passion for illustration and design, and felt certain that it was something I wanted, and could, effectively, pursue. Throughout my time on the course to date, the amount I have learnt is truly incredible, under the influence of inspiring tutors and fellow designers. I thrive off learning new skills and techniques to apply within my own design practice, and ensure I do so every single day. Design Specialisms & Interests Branding (Applied Packaging & Editorial) Colour Theory Marketing & Promotion Research Conceptually Driven Design Vector / Hand - Rendered Illustration
Design Aspirations
As an independent and highly motivated designer, I have aspirations to work both within a small design studio/co-operative of design professionals, as well as maintaining my own freelance career on a part-time basis through online and retail stockists as well as privatised/ independent commissions. Although I believe I work most effectively in small groups, I feel that I am fortunate enough to work well with others as a whole, my passion for branding, in particular, derrived from my love of working with others. The Future I am currently looking for work placements and studio visits throughout 2013 both nationally and internationally to develop my understanding of the industry, and continue to strengthen my network and connections around the world. In the summer of 2012 I was fortunate enough to have been addressed with a job offer in New York City, USA. Although I resolved to pursue my studies, it has certainly inspired me to travel with my work, and have the confidence to seek employment from further afield than I may have originally intended. In July 2013, I will graduate from my BA (Hons) Graphic Design degree after three years of study, upon which I will be seeking employment within Europe and the United Kingdom.