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Creative Director
TayburnCreative Director
Jun. 2021Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomAs the Creative Director at Tayburn, I produce impactful ideas and visual concepts to enhance our client's brand presence in the market. Clients include Toshiba, Whyte & Mackay, Aegon Asset Management, Bayne’s the Family Bakers, Murray Capital, Souter Investments, Aymes & JW Filshill Ltd. • Developing compelling visual identities across various platforms to differentiate our clients from competitors. • Leading the creative team in delivering excellence in brand, digital, social, and packaging projects. • Collaborating with clients to understand their unique needs and create tailored solutions for their brands. • Art directing and visually leading a global brand campaign for Toshiba.
Creative Director
LimitlessCreative Director
Jun. 2021
Creative Director
The&PartnershipCreative Director
Sep. 2020 - Jun. 2021Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom• Led a team of 30+ remote art directors, copywriters, designers, and producers to deliver effective digital advertising solutions for clients including NatWest, Coutts Bank, RBS & Ulster Bank. • Collaborated closely with in-house clients to understand their unique needs and provide tailored marketing solutions. • Built strong relationships with clients as a key member of the agency leadership team.
Lead UI + Visual Designer (Contract)
Deloitte DigitalLead UI + Visual Designer (Contract)
Jul. 2018 - Dec. 2018Edinburgh, United Kingdom• Led the Deloitte Digital UI design team in a digital transformation program for a UK wealth management organisation, defining new design patterns and establishing design propositions for adviser and customer experiences. • Collaborated with in-house brand team to create a new identity and digital design style guidelines, consistently testing and learning throughout the project lifecycle.
Freelance UI / Interaction Designer
EquatorFreelance UI / Interaction Designer
Apr. 2018 - Jul. 2018Glasgow, United KingdomIn my role as a Freelance UI/Interaction Designer at Equator, I was responsible for creating wireframes and concept designs for a prominent UK financial organisation's website. Working closely with senior designers and project managers, I implemented innovative UI designs to improve user experience and drive engagement. Through my expertise in UI/Interaction design, I delivered high-quality design solutions that exceeded client expectations.
Freelance Designer
SkyscannerFreelance Designer
Mar. 2018 - Apr. 2018Edinburgh, United Kingdom• Collaborated with the EMEA Growth Squad to design and execute digital marketing projects for Skyscanner. • Developed visually appealing digital designs to enhance user experience and drive engagement. • Implemented creative strategies to optimise online marketing campaigns and increase brand visibility.
Creative Director / Art Director / UI Designer / Visual Lead / Brand Designer / Graphic Designer
Ricky Stevens DesignCreative Director / Art Director / UI Designer / Visual Lead / Brand Designer / Graphic Designer
Nov. 2017 - Dec. 2018• Led in-house creative teams to develop innovative visual designs for various digital projects. • Implemented branding strategies for clients to enhance their company's market presence. • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and deliver exceptional design solutions.
Creative Director
The Lane AgencyCreative Director
Oct. 2014 - Nov. 2017Edinburgh, United KingdomLed the creative team at The Lane Agency, specialising in online & offline marketing for key accounts like RBS, ScotRail, CalMac, Marketing Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport & Rabbie's Tours. Oversaw design and digital content creation ensuring high-quality work for successful campaigns. • Managed creative direction for top clients • Ensured highest standards of creative output with award winning work • Led successful online & offline marketing campaigns
Creative Director
BlondeCreative Director
Nov. 2008 - Oct. 2014Edinburgh, United Kingdom• Led successful creative digital campaigns for financial institutions such as American Express, Lloyds Bank, TSB, HBOS, Aegon Asset Management, AXA, Baillie Gifford & Scottish Widows Investment Partnership showcasing expertise in branding and marketing strategies. • Played a pivotal role helping the agency to win a global digital campaign celebrating 150 years of BASF, the largest chemical company in the world, listed on the Fortune Global 500. • Applied vision and expertise to household names like IRN-BRU, The Famous Grouse, Grolsch, Coors Light, Royal Mail, Nando’s and Nairn's Oatcakes, resulting in increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
Founder & Creative Director
Digital ShedFounder & Creative Director
Nov. 2007 - Nov. 2008United Kingdom, Glasgow
Senior Designer
Dog DigitalSenior Designer
Mar. 2006 - Oct. 2007Glasgow, United Kingdom
Digital Creative Director
Guy Robertson PartnershipDigital Creative Director
Dec. 2005 - Feb. 2006United Kingdom
Senior Digital Designer
Reach plcSenior Digital Designer
Jun. 2000 - Aug. 2003In my role as a Senior Digital Designer at Reach plc, I played a pivotal role in launching icScotland, Scotland's premier online entertainment portal. I led the creation of innovative online advertising, microsites, and campaigns for advertising clients, elevating the creative offerings of the Marketing and Promotions function at Trinity Mirror newspaper headquarters in Scotland.

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