I believe my design inspiration comes from observing and questioning everything around me. Immersing myself in hands-on human centred research brings my best ideas to life.
During my time at the University of the West of England studying BA Creative Product Design, I loved learning about the industry of design, working with like-minded people and pushing myself to grow. Throughout my degree, I have developed an extensive understanding of design thinking and research that would allow me to bring a new outlook to problems.
Being a naturally curious and empathetic person, design research and user experience really captures my imagination through the investigation of new areas in design, leading to the discovery of opportunities that make a difference within the world that we live in. For me, that is what design is all about. I enjoy the entire process of design research, from visually communicating my ideas through a range of skills such as drawing, modelling, Adobe software, and CAD. Through to critical evaluating my work and the execution of thoroughly researched human-centred design solutions.
As the majority of University studies have been online over the past year, working individually and collaboratively within groups across multiple projects has pushed me to be even more adaptable, organised and driven to deliver each deadline to the highest of standards. This challenging experience has taught me that my positive mindset and adaptable nature enables me to thrive, no matter the circumstances.
Being a keen traveller myself, I have backpacked around ten European cities immersing myself with as much art, design, culture, and architecture as possible, while journaling the whole experience. An eye-opening adventure, which solidified my enthusiasm for design and exploring the world. I am passionate about making new discoveries and collating design research influenced by the world and its fascinating stories.
Finally, I am an extremely driven person with a core desire to help shape our future through design and research. I am looking for the opportunity to grow my practical knowledge and experience, and to maximize my true potential, within a supportive team in a real working environment.
During my time at the University of the West of England studying BA Creative Product Design, I loved learning about the industry of design, working with like-minded people and pushing myself to grow. Throughout my degree, I have developed an extensive understanding of design thinking and research that would allow me to bring a new outlook to problems.
Being a naturally curious and empathetic person, design research and user experience really captures my imagination through the investigation of new areas in design, leading to the discovery of opportunities that make a difference within the world that we live in. For me, that is what design is all about. I enjoy the entire process of design research, from visually communicating my ideas through a range of skills such as drawing, modelling, Adobe software, and CAD. Through to critical evaluating my work and the execution of thoroughly researched human-centred design solutions.
As the majority of University studies have been online over the past year, working individually and collaboratively within groups across multiple projects has pushed me to be even more adaptable, organised and driven to deliver each deadline to the highest of standards. This challenging experience has taught me that my positive mindset and adaptable nature enables me to thrive, no matter the circumstances.
Being a keen traveller myself, I have backpacked around ten European cities immersing myself with as much art, design, culture, and architecture as possible, while journaling the whole experience. An eye-opening adventure, which solidified my enthusiasm for design and exploring the world. I am passionate about making new discoveries and collating design research influenced by the world and its fascinating stories.
Finally, I am an extremely driven person with a core desire to help shape our future through design and research. I am looking for the opportunity to grow my practical knowledge and experience, and to maximize my true potential, within a supportive team in a real working environment.
EDUCATION
BA Creative Product Design at University of the West of England, graduate July 2021: Expected 1st
UAL Art and design Foundation Degree, 2018: Merit
Stratford Upon Avon Sixth Form 2015 - 2017: three A-levels, C in Product Design, History and Photography
Stratford Upon Avon School, 2015: nine GCSE, A to B
AWARDS
New Designers - 2021
I was nominated to represent my designs and University in New Designers 2021, showcasing my final year project CurveBra. CurveBra is the first off the shelf bra designed for people with scoliosis. More on this can be found in my portfolio.
I was nominated to represent my designs and University in New Designers 2021, showcasing my final year project CurveBra. CurveBra is the first off the shelf bra designed for people with scoliosis. More on this can be found in my portfolio.
UWE Best In Show Award - 2021
CurveBra project also won best in show award from University West of England being the top graded project of the year.
CurveBra project also won best in show award from University West of England being the top graded project of the year.
WORK EXPERIENCE
KIN, Design Consultancy - 2021
Three week live project, designing with KIN’s brief for Wilkos. This experience was fantastic as I was able to have an insider’s perspective as to how the industry works. I worked collaboratively within a team whilst adhering to a strict time frame in order to meet the deadline and subsequently presented the design ideas to the KIN and Wilko team.
Three week live project, designing with KIN’s brief for Wilkos. This experience was fantastic as I was able to have an insider’s perspective as to how the industry works. I worked collaboratively within a team whilst adhering to a strict time frame in order to meet the deadline and subsequently presented the design ideas to the KIN and Wilko team.
ARNO, a In-store Retail Experience Company - 2020
A month live project. This was a fantastic experience working with a real brief, proposing a retail experience for the client. Please refer to my portfolio to find out more, under: Chilly’s Shop Display.
A month live project. This was a fantastic experience working with a real brief, proposing a retail experience for the client. Please refer to my portfolio to find out more, under: Chilly’s Shop Display.
Miller and Carter - 2017 - 2020
Waitress for the past three years. I loved the fast paced environment and using my friendly nature, teamwork and high standards to deliver exceptional customer service.
Waitress for the past three years. I loved the fast paced environment and using my friendly nature, teamwork and high standards to deliver exceptional customer service.
Phase Eight - 2015 - 2017
Sales assistant for two years. I learnt here to put the customer at the heart of everything, which rewarded me with so many lovely and genuine comments about my service and character.
Sales assistant for two years. I learnt here to put the customer at the heart of everything, which rewarded me with so many lovely and genuine comments about my service and character.
REFERENCES
"It was an absolute pleasure tutoring you, took on board all the suggestions and brought back your own critical evaluation of what we discussed and acted on it." - Jo Hare
Jo Hare
Senior Lecturer in Design
Jo.Hare@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer in Design
Jo.Hare@uwe.ac.uk
Alison Green
Manger at Phase Eight
07976 918586
Andrew Batchelor
Head of Design at UWE
Andrew.Batchelor@uwe.ac.uk
Head of Design at UWE
Andrew.Batchelor@uwe.ac.uk
Steve Payne
Manger at Miller and Carter
07795 554714
Manger at Miller and Carter
07795 554714