Olly Whitman - Creative Director, Olly Whitman

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Work Background

McCann SynergyCreative Director

Feb. 2018Bristol

SixDesign Director

Dec. 2012 - Feb. 2018Creative lead and design direction on large inter-agency branding projects. Liaising with the lead agency and key project stakeholders from both agencies and the client organisation in the development and definition of the new brand guidelines. Responsible for the technical side of the studio through both in-depth knowledge of our clients' brand guidelines and how to apply these to our creative output. Conceptual input on a variety of projects, providing creative and art direction to permanent and freelance designers.

SixSenior Designer

Mar. 2010 - Dec. 2012Concept generation, art direction and graphic design are key components of my role at Studio Six. I often take a lead role on creative projects, overseeing junior members of the team and freelancers. I am also a mentor to design students through the West of England Design Forum's 'Design Buddy' scheme.

HomeVisual Thinking Strategist

Sep. 2007 - Feb. 2010Bristol, England, United KingdomDeveloping and designing 'visual thinking' material; making thoughts visible so as to offer a shared point of reference and therefore understanding. I developed a wide range of skills that are useful in day-to-day living as much as feeding into the design process.

HomeDesigner

Jul. 2004 - Sep. 2007As a junior–middleweight designer I took on a lot of creative briefs while honing my skills as a designer. Clients ranged from large blue chips to quick turnaround favours for the boss. Enjoyable and creative way to start my career.

IKEA GroupSales Assistant

Dec. 1998 - Jul. 2001BristolOn face value not very relevant to my career, but I believe in taking lessons wherever they come from in life. During my time at IKEA I learned about merchandising, customer psychology, sales and customer service along with teamwork, organisational culture and the impact of good leadership. I wasn't just a kid with a Saturday job: my long term ambitions were fostered and I think I'd still hold Jif up as the best boss I've had in my career.

PhotobitionJunior Mac Operator

Jun. 1997 - Sep. 1998BristolBack in the days when Macs were beige and digital photography was still out of the reach of the mainstream. I spent my time scanning and retouching trannies*. Yes, you read right. Studio tunes were firmly in the Britpop category and Adidas Sambas adorned my feet. If you weren't there, you'll never know. #rosetintedmemories

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