Kate Margolis / Graphic Designer / PDF Portfolio

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Kate Margolis Graphic Designer 04/04/1986 W www.rdd-design.com After setting up my own business, which lead me to four years of success, I decided that I wanted a career in a design studio working with other designers. I work hard in a team, but I like to think I flourish when Im doing something i love. Ive got big ideas, aspirations and I am always looking for a way to make them come true. I have learnt that working in a team is important for creative inspiration; having that platform to bounce ideas off other workers provides a foundation from which I can push myself - and others - to our greatest potential. Communication and understanding of the project means we can solve the brief to the best of our abilities, guaranteeing that key ideas are executed properly and efficiently. I genuinely believe that I take a positive and enthusiastic approach in all my work. Each project is engaged in with professionalism to allow my creativity and passion to be expressed. Imagination can lead to limitless creation from an individual, so the potential of a team is unparalleled. I like to think that the consistent quality of the work displayed throughout my portfolio exemplifies the potential of any team with me as a member; many of my projects have been undertaken simultaneously, and my ability to micro-manage my time is something that i am very proud of. Some of the work that I have recently worked on are up for the following awards. CIMTIG 2009 Silver Award Best Consumer Press Ad CIMTIG 2009 Silver Award Best Outdoor Campaign CIMTIG 2009 Finalist Best Poster Campaign Skills Creative programs include: Adobe Creative Suite, Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Quark Xpress Final Cut Pro Cinema 4D Go live (basic) Flash Extensive knowledge of both PC and Mac platform Word, Excel and email applications Knowledge and interest in contemporary art history and design Education and Qualifications 2005-2008 - BA (hons) Graphic Design, London Middlesex University 2004-2005 - Foundation The University of the Arts, Chelsea Art and Design 1997-2004 - A levels St Albans High School for Girls, Competitions D&AD Global Student Awards 07 / Zenithsexistence.co.uk Flash based website that was about A Day In the Life of myself. RSA / Sustainable Packaging Bags for life that doubled up as packaging for toilet roll.

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Kate Margolis Graphic Designer 04/04/1986 W www.rdd-design.com Law Creative/ Senior Graphic Designer 05/10 - present Law Creative, provide creative marketing solutions for the hotel, retail and leisure markets. They are a full service and integrated agency. Here I have worked on all aspects of design from advertising, FMCG and POS. Their clients, David Lloyd Leisure, IHG Group which consists of Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and InterContinental Hotels, Mecca Bingo and G Casino have all lead me to work on print projects through to digital. www.lawcreative.co.uk Fish Advertising/ Senior Graphic Designer 01/10 - 05/10 Fish Advertising is a new advertising company formed by Jeremy Aspinall. Jeremy has over 30 years experience within the advertising industry specialising in leisure and tourism. He asked me to be his senior designer, help set up his brand identity, collateral and website. Since Fish started I have worked with Croatia Tourism, Villa Plus and most recently Butlins. www.fishadvertising.co.uk Truly London Advertising Agency/ Graphic Designer 06/08 - 11/09 A London advertising agency based in Tottenham Court Road, specialising in advertising for leisure and travel. Clients include 188Bet, Nakheel, AIG, Isle of Man, Yorkshire Tourist Board, Fred.Olsen Cruises, Port of Dover, Duck Tours and more. The job entailed a vast spectrum of skills, including working with a creative team on print, brand identity and the day to day dealings with the account team to complete more than one job at a time. The job also gave me experience in handling pitch documents and being conscious of artworking at the same time as being creative. www.trulylondon.co.uk Channel 4 / Freelance Designer 05/08 - 06/08 Working on new identity for spin off show called Generation Next. The series was shown over the summer and was a talent programme to find the best new writers, directors and on screen talent across comedy, drama, documentaries and news. Other freelance positions 08/02 - present Crown Music Ltd / Freelance Designer Cd Art work and new brand identity for new pop boy-band Avenue. Boss Print / Art worker Boss cards: Five pieces of artwork that were submitted for use as on an online card shop. City Centre Car Park/ Freelance Designer I created the website for Liverpools answer to renting car parking spaces. Bredema Intellectual Layers/ Freelance Designer I created and distributed New Year and Christmas e-card. Deep Blue Association I consulted with the IT recruitment consultants who briefed me over a gentrification of their website. The website was developed over a couple of months. Ferncrest Investments/ Freelance Designer The London-based property investors required an online portfolio that was accomplished within a week. Tania Clarke Hall/ Freelance Designer This successful jewelry designer who has a Goldsmiths Craft & Design Council Award, has worked with me to develop a website and new brand identity for her business. The New Theatre/ Freelancer I have worked on a number of show posters for the New Theatre of which two have gone on to Edinburgh Fringe Festival . Rubys Food Store/ Freelance Designer Brand identity development and website. Included packaging and advertising.

Logos from left to right Dragoman: Logo for a nation-wide university event run by Dragoman Avenue: Musics newest pop boy band (logo) Wave: Logo for a telecoms and marketing company Charlie Finn Music: Solo artist identity

BRAND/IDENTITY

Logos from left to right Fish Advertising: Advertising agency Yorkshire Tourist Board: Logo pitch idea for Visit Yorkshire N20 Bar: New identity for club sector of upstairs premises Quils: T-shirt company

Channel 4 i-dent for Summer spin off show called Generation Next. The program sought to find the best new writers, directors and on screen talent across comedy, drama, documentaries and news.

On/offline magazine designed for a small one off company that specialise in one off print mags. The subject for this was everyday life. I explored all the things we take for granted and such topics included - Money, typography, time and utilities.

PRINT

David Lloyd Leisure: Here is an example of the October Corporate Campaign poster and the direct mail 4 page flyer that accompanied it.

Personal pitch idea for 2007s Disels Annual Report and Performance report. These were examples of the front and contents page.

Nottinghams New Theatre show poster. The brief was related to the mention of broken angel wings through out the play that simultaneously reflected the prevalent military theme throughout the text. The poster was used both on and offline.

188BET program and magazine press ads. Moments that changed a game campaign in conjunction with The Mirrors image bank Mirrorpix. All old images used were relevant to the clubs sponsored by 188BET.

Logos from left to right Princes and Rogues: Logo for a geek chic boyband Glass Pear: Pitch for Crown Music Managements new project Inky: Logo for a three piece girl group Charlie Finn Music: Solo artist identity Avenue: Musics new pop boy band sensation logo

MUSIC ARTWORK

Inky is a three piece girl band formed in April 2009. Since the beginning of the band, they asked me to do their brand identity and collateral. This is one of the images we created to face the campaign. Managed by the same company that started The Saturrdays, these girls are sure to be the next big thing!

The Gaymers Camden Crawl is a broadened programme of live music, arts & activities. The Crawl festival has set up camp for the 9th time across Camden Towns two mile stretch of high street for the May Bank holiday 2010. This is a sneak preview of the creative in progress for the festival next year, 2011.

Crown Music Ltd responsible for the Sugababes asked me to design their new product, Avenues signing cards.

This is Mollie King from The Saturdays own brand logo. She was very keen on developing her brand across a number of things for the future. Myself and an illustrator worked with Mollie to translate her ideas for the brand, using her name, rather than an image, as the focus. www.mollieking.com

London Midland Pitch. Strap line : Lets go London. The pitch was for a new creative route.

ADVERTISING MEDIA

Charlie Finn, 2007 X factor contestant has started a solo career and approached me with regards to developing him an identity. These were promotional photographs.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Jam Tree is a company that looks at creating new working and learning environments that suit the modern world. As associate dealer for Herman Miller, one of the largest suppliers of furniture worldwide, Jam Tree is committed to creating and providing spaces where people can flourish. This is the final layout for the website. www.jamtree.com (Live 10/2010)

ONLINE

Luke Johnson is a successful entrepreneur responsible for Pizza Express, Strada, Giraffe and many more restaurants. He is also the chairman of Channel 4 and a dean for the University of Arts. I pitched to re design his website. Above is the chosen design. www.lukejohnson.org

Robertson and Jones is a specialist staffing implementation agency. They provide, co ordinate and manage the people for brands, products, events, hospitality and exhibitions. www.robertsonandjones.co.uk (Live 11/2010)

Quils is a new t-shirt company. Leanne Goymer, an illustrator, has moved to clothing designs. Working with the platform Magento, this e-commerce website has been designed and built with a very strong brand presence. www.quils.co.uk

188BET landing pages. These are across all clubs. Wigan, Bolton, Aston Villa and Cheslea www.188promo.com

Princes and Rogues are the new Geek Chic boyband to hit the music scene. With their qwirky looks and popular sound, these guys have wow-ed the judges of this years X-factor. www.princesandroguesofficial.co.uk (Live 10/2010)

Concept design for Law Creative website. The companies website as it stands does very well with SEO and wanted to retain the content heavy pages. Slick design and cool navigation to keep the user engaged, was key.

Kate Margolis Graphic Designer 04/04/1986