I am an experienced graphic designer based in Coventry, West Midlands UK. I have worked as a graphic designer since 1999 which has included ten years of employment in the design studio of a publishing house.
In 2009 I became a freelancer working with various business and clients. My responsibilities have included the design of books, magazines, banners, logos, marketing collateral, packaging, periodicals, catalogues, stationery and websites.
I have worked both remotely and onsite for large corporations, smaller companies and individuals, fitting into their teams and workflows whilst liaising with management, authors, editors and external suppliers such as commercial printers and illustrators.
I'm always looking for exciting work opportunities either full time, part time or freelance in which I can use and expand my skill set.
In 1999 I completed a Visual Communications HND and a Design and Electronic Media OCN at Warwickshire College in Leamington-Spa. I was then lucky enough to be offered employment as a Graphic Designer at LCP Ltd., an educational publishing house based in Leamington Spa. I worked there for ten years and became the Senior Designer.
Between 2004 and 2006 I attended further accredited training courses to learn software such as Adobe Flash and Macromedia Director. This gave me the chance to expand my knowledge of digital design.
When LCP restructured in 2009 they offered me the opportunity of continuing to work for them as a freelancer alongside various other companies. This has included projects with Oxford University Press and Brammer Buck & Hickman Ltd. where I have worked several long-term contracts since 2013.
I am experienced in the use of Mac OS running Adobe Creative Suite software and have been using it to design for print and digital since I started out. Over the years as the popularity of the internet has grown I have become more acquainted with front-end web development. I am competent in HTML/CSS coding and have attained experience with JavaScript and PHP. I have also gained practical knowledge of designing for content management systems such as Joomla and Wordpress.
books
magazines
marketing collateral
catalogues
digital/web
websites
banners
HTML email
CMS content
skills
Adobe CC software
HTML/CSS
project management
illustration
Antony is an efficient and creative designer, able to effectively follow and creatively interpret a brief and design for audience. He is a fast worker, fun to work with and a great team player.
Caroline Skydemore, Editor, Skydemore Services
Ant is a creative and intelligent designer who takes a real pride in his work. As a freelance colleague he is the complete 'team player', managing time and costs efficiently and providing support and encouragement when required. He is accurate, reliable and a genuine pleasure to work with.
Irene Goodacre, Senior Managing Editor, LCP Ltd.
Antony has worked on a number of projects for me whilst I have been Production Manager at LCP. He produces work to a very high standard, always delivers on time and within budget.
Geoff Covey, Senior Publications Developer, Health Press Limited
I have worked with Anthony at LCP for over 10 years and hired him for Freelance work. His work is of an excellent standard and he works well to tight deadlines. He is a pleasure to deal with and is always positive.
Andy Rogers, Owner, Xpedient Print Services
I have worked with Antony for several years and on top of being a very nice and approachable guy, he always utilises his designer talents to the full, whilst being thorough and conscientious with each and every job.
Simon Dainty, Graphic Designer, SLD Design
Antony has worked at Brammer on a number of occasions on large catalogue projects including ones in multiple languages. He is hard working, dependable and works well within a group. He has great attention to detail and works independently for long periods of time.
Paul d'Authreau, European STEP Database Manager, Brammer
My office hours are 8am - 5pm (GMT). You are welcome to call me on 07999 510 552 to discuss any design projects that you may have or just for an informal chat. Alternatively, send me a message using the contact form below and I will reply as soon as possible.
I am open to any graphic design work whether it is freelancing remotely in my office or on-site at your company working with your team. I am interested in short or long-term contracts or permanent positions, anything will be considered.
Regards
Antony
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antony paul dickens
creative print & digital design