Ben McIntyre

Creative Retoucher and Graphic Designer with over 25 years of experience in retouching, branding, digital and print design. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Monday, Office 365, SignLab and Corel Draw.

Creative Retoucher & Graphic Designer. Chilliblue. 2012 - Present

With experience in photographic creative retouching, brand design, and website development, I provide visual content for clients in the automotive sector and e-commerce companies in support of their PR and marketing objectives.

My work includes both studio and location projects to produce images based on client needs. Services offered include brand identity development, promotional materials, signage, exhibition stand creation, and website design. Responsibilities also encompass creating websites and advising on website and email hosting solutions. Presenting concepts and final designs to clients ensuring all artwork meets project specifications ensuring each project aligned with their goals and branding.

Working alongside a local company creating high-quality signage for various clients, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises and events. Clients have included Aston Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

Senior Retoucher & Graphic Designer. Sims Images. 2001 - 2011

Working within a team of photographic retouchers, producing press and marketing images and press packs for 95% of the Motor Industry PR and Marketing purposes. Clients include Audi, BMW, JLR, Mazda, Mini, Nissan, Rolls-Royce and Volkswagen. Liaising closely with clients including attending meetings to present ideas and final designs.

Compiling competitive quotes for both current and prospective clients. Setting up and maintaining the digital asset management system to manage client’s image libraries. Maintaining digital photographic printers and overseeing production of finished prints.

Art directing and assisting on various photo shoots.

Graphic Designer. Digital Media and Motion. 2000 - 2001

Hertford Regional College. 1997 - 1999

University Diploma of Higher Education in Visual Communication Design

Hertford Regional College. 1995 - 1997

BTEC National Diploma in Graphic Design