Caroline Mills
Organised and professional creative with passion for delivering high-quality work through team leadership and project management
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I'm an organised and professional creative, with a passion for delivering high-quality work through team leadership and project management, allowing me to combine practical craftsmanship with creative visual communication. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver projects efficiently while maintaining high standards.
Experience
Senior Production Assistant at Science Ltd / Damien Hirst Studios (2023-01 – 2026-07)
Managed a team of up to 10, delivering bespoke painted and fabricated artworks to tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Worked closely with the Head of Studio to develop and standardise techniques through research, demonstration, and staff training. Oversaw projects from concept to delivery, managing timelines, budgets, material forecasting, health and safety, and problem-solving.
Produced presentation mock-ups for the Company Director and coordinated artwork through to shipping. Additional responsibilities included framing, restoration (studio and gallery-based), graphic design, and material sourcing. Entrusted with training assistants from another studio on techniques and workflows I had developed, to ensure continuity and maintain high standards of projects.
Artist Assistant at Science Ltd / Damien Hirst Studios (2021-10 – 2023-01)
Produced high-quality plaster, resin, and metal artworks for large-scale installations, consistently meeting demanding production deadlines. Developed expertise in mold-making, sanding, polishing, and finishing, with a strong focus on precision and attention to detail. Also responsible for photography and the production of graphic documentation.
Design & Production Manager at OnTiles Ltd. (2007-11 – 2021-10)
My initial role was as a Researcher and Junior Artworker before progressing to lead the design and production of nine editorial and advertising publications.
- Producing print-ready artwork and editorial layouts.
- Developing and maintaining a consistent editorial design style.
- Liaising with clients, printers, and distributors to deliver publications on schedule.
- Managing websites and social media accounts.
Education
BA Hons in Fashion Promotion & Illustration – University for the Creative Arts (2001)
