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Emma Bardsley

@emmabardsley

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Creative graphic designer with expertise in branding and visual content.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity and collaboration, with opportunities for growth and innovative projects.

I am a creative and results-driven Graphic Designer with over 5 years of experience in the fashion, beauty, and lifestyle sectors. My proven track record includes producing visually impactful content, packaging, and branding assets for high-growth and trend-focused campaigns. I have hands-on expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, video editing, and social media marketing, with a strong emphasis on creative direction and international campaign management.

Throughout my career, I have built strong client relationships and expanded my business through self-promotion. I have worked closely with brands and marketing teams to align creative direction, ensuring that all designs remain on brand while meeting commercial objectives. My collaborative approach has allowed me to successfully manage projects that require both creativity and strategic thinking, resulting in engaging social media assets and visual brand identities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Graphic Designer

Current

Self Employed

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Delivered branding, packaging, print, web, and social media design for global clients. Built strong client relationships and expanded business through self-promotion.

Branding Packaging Design Print Design Web Design Social Media Design Client Relationship Management

TikTok Executive & Presenter

2bTanned

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Managed a TikTok channel with over 270k followers, curating engaging and trending content. Planned and executed influencer events, including TikTok shop events and European brand trips.

Live Streaming Social Media Management Influencer Marketing Content Strategy

Executive Creative Graphic Designer

2bTanned

May 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Created graphics for website, packaging, social content, events, billboards, and campaigns. Collaborated with Directors and Head of Creative on brand direction and attended photoshoot campaigns.

Graphic Design Packaging Design Campaign Management Creative Direction Adobe Creative Suite Capcut

Graphic Designer & Business Executive

Pimlico Confectioners

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Designed packaging for confectionery products that were sold in superstores like Tesco. Prepared social media content for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Packaging Design Product Listing Catalogue Design Adobe Creative Suite

Graphic Designer/Marketing

FemmeLuxe Fashion

Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 1 month)

Created and scheduled digital marketing content across social media, websites, and email campaigns. Supported promotional planning and contributed to seasonal and product-based marketing strategies.

Digital Marketing Social Media Marketing Email Campaigns Content Creation Marketing Planning

Footwear Designer

RYSNC Footwear

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Designed footwear with strong attention to detail, producing mass quantities weekly under high pressure. Collaborated with the Director to execute new design ideas.

Footwear Design Illustration Product Design Attention To Detail

Freelance Artist

Self Employed

Sep 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)

Worked with clients across the UK and worldwide, adapting skills to client design outcomes. Executed designs onto unique garments to be sold to clients.

Client Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Salford

BA Hons Degree, Graphic Design

2017 - 2020

Studied Graphic Design, developing skills in visual communication and design principles. Gained expertise in various design software and techniques.

Clarendon College

A-Levels, Graphic Design / Media Studies / Fine Art / English Language

2015 - 2017

Completed A-Levels in Graphic Design, Media Studies, Fine Art, and English Language. Developed foundational skills in creative arts and critical thinking.