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Jack Butcher
UK: +44 7824 380 502
USA: +1 347 2202 107
jackoh@hotmail.co.uk
Summary —
Since graduating I have worked in a number of award winning design agencies in Cardiff, London, and New York. My industry experience to date has spanned a multitude media disciplines, including; print, web, interactive design and animation. I am an ambitious young designer with a relentless work ethic and a hunger for all things creative. Please find a brief summary of my qualifications and skills below.
Education —
2010 — Cardiff School of Art & Design, BA (Hons) Graphic Communication (First class honours)
2006 — New College, Swindon, BTEC IT Practitioner (Software Development)
2004 — The Ridgeway School, Wroughton, Swindon, 13 GCSE's (A*-C)
Skills —
Strong interpersonal skills taught through a number of employment situations including client service within the fast-paced print industry, and a broad introduction to the graphic design studio environment through the completion of a number of challenging work placements within the field.
An excellent understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, in particular Illustrator and InDesign, also able to work comfortably within Quark. My background in software development has given me a broad knowledge of web interfaces, databases and the full breadth of the Microsoft Office package.
Employment —
Present — Exit (New York), Designer
2010 — Underdog (London), Digital Designer
2010 — Elevator (Cardiff), Designer
2009 — Motif (Notts), Designer
2009 — Absolute Life, Photographer
2007 — Honda, Production Associate
2007 — The Print Factory, Client Service Exec
2006 — Penn Publicity, Designer
References —
44(0)1159611774 — Brett Warren, Motif
44(0)2920416637 — Ian Weir, Lecturer
44(0)2920437910 — Steve Braham, Elevator
Recommendations —
“Jack really hit the ground running at Underdog working beyond his skillset, and delivered highly evocative, and creative projects which superseded expectations. Great work ethic! I highly recommend Jack, and imagine his career path will be one to watch. Go get them mate!”
— Ben Young, Director / Owner, Underdog
“Jack is intuitive, imaginative and pragmatic in his approach to any situation. This gives him the ability to approach any issue facing him in both a creative and professional manner whilst keeping the audience & end result in mind. A great creative and a pleasure to work with.”
— Alex Macleod, Creative Director / Owner, Underdog
“Jack worked with us for a few weeks following his graduation and I found him to be a clever conceptual thinker with a good grasp of the business realities the clients deal with. He's confident and articulate and would be a good addition to any creative team. A creative director of the future.”
— Steve Braham, Owner, Elevator
“Jack is a creative, hard working designer, strong on concepts and detailed in execution. He fitted in straight away within the studio and was a pleasure to work with. He has a very level head on young shoulders.”
— Brett Warren, Partner, Motif
“Jack was a well motivated student always meeting deadlines and producing thoughtful solutions to design problems. He has an excellent skills base including software and communication skills.”
— Ian Weir, Senior Lecturer, CSAD
“Jack graduated with first class honours in Graphic Communication from Cardiff School of Art + Design this Summer. Creative and highly industrious character, always set himself ambitious targets, very determined - an independent learner and excellent designer.”
— Ray Nicklin, Senior Lecturer, CSAD
Jack Butcher
UK: +44 7824 380 502
USA: +1 347 2202 107
jackoh@hotmail.co.uk
Summary —
Since graduating I have worked in a number of award winning design agencies in Cardiff, London, and New York. My industry experience to date has spanned a multitude media disciplines, including; print, web, interactive design and animation. I am an ambitious young designer with a relentless work ethic and a hunger for all things creative. Please find a brief summary of my qualifications and skills below.
Education —
2010 — Cardiff School of Art & Design, BA (Hons) Graphic Communication (First class honours)
2006 — New College, Swindon, BTEC IT Practitioner (Software Development)
2004 — The Ridgeway School, Wroughton, Swindon, 13 GCSE's (A*-C)
Skills —
Strong interpersonal skills taught through a number of employment situations including client service within the fast-paced print industry, and a broad introduction to the graphic design studio environment through the completion of a number of challenging work placements within the field.
An excellent understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, in particular Illustrator and InDesign, also able to work comfortably within Quark. My background in software development has given me a broad knowledge of web interfaces, databases and the full breadth of the Microsoft Office package.
Employment —
Present — Exit (New York), Designer
2010 — Underdog (London), Digital Designer
2010 — Elevator (Cardiff), Designer
2009 — Motif (Notts), Designer
2009 — Absolute Life, Photographer
2007 — Honda, Production Associate
2007 — The Print Factory, Client Service Exec
2006 — Penn Publicity, Designer
References —
44(0)1159611774 — Brett Warren, Motif
44(0)2920416637 — Ian Weir, Lecturer
44(0)2920437910 — Steve Braham, Elevator
Recommendations —
“Jack really hit the ground running at Underdog working beyond his skillset, and delivered highly evocative, and creative projects which superseded expectations. Great work ethic! I highly recommend Jack, and imagine his career path will be one to watch. Go get them mate!”
— Ben Young, Director / Owner, Underdog
“Jack is intuitive, imaginative and pragmatic in his approach to any situation. This gives him the ability to approach any issue facing him in both a creative and professional manner whilst keeping the audience & end result in mind. A great creative and a pleasure to work with.”
— Alex Macleod, Creative Director / Owner, Underdog
“Jack worked with us for a few weeks following his graduation and I found him to be a clever conceptual thinker with a good grasp of the business realities the clients deal with. He's confident and articulate and would be a good addition to any creative team. A creative director of the future.”
— Steve Braham, Owner, Elevator
“Jack is a creative, hard working designer, strong on concepts and detailed in execution. He fitted in straight away within the studio and was a pleasure to work with. He has a very level head on young shoulders.”
— Brett Warren, Partner, Motif
“Jack was a well motivated student always meeting deadlines and producing thoughtful solutions to design problems. He has an excellent skills base including software and communication skills.”
— Ian Weir, Senior Lecturer, CSAD
“Jack graduated with first class honours in Graphic Communication from Cardiff School of Art + Design this Summer. Creative and highly industrious character, always set himself ambitious targets, very determined - an independent learner and excellent designer.”
— Ray Nicklin, Senior Lecturer, CSAD