Mike Fox

Creative artworker for 25years plus expert in publishing packages illustrator etc

I have been a graphics artworker for many years. I am used to working across an extremely broad media base (mainly for print) and using all the industry standard software packages to expert level : I am used to working in a pressurised studio situations with tight deadlines. I am self motivated with flexibility as well as a good team player.

I like to think I have a friendly and approachable personality. I am fully experienced with working with high profile international brands, working within visual identity guidelines, for world renowned companies such as: Walt Disney, Fosters lager, Territorial Army, SEGA, Red Bull, Castrol ICI and many others – and at hi level agencies such as: Design Bridge, Jack Morton, Karmarama Etc

• large format graphics projects for exhibitions and conferences
• Point of sale’ and in-store signage and way finding
• FSDU’s including laying up artwork to structural specifications.
• Packaging for consumer goods such as foods and Pharma.
• Street Advertising : 48 sheets, ad boards, adshels, and banners.
• Multi page documents: Brochures, Catalogues, flyers, posters, business cards and stationery.
• Ad campaigns and press advertising, including full page to small classifieds and to national press publication to specifications
• I have visualised for art directors and clients also including high end re-touching for example: food and drink shots, person and model shots and motor vehicles.

I have also mocked up projects for clients and for pitches. In addition I have worked on UX and digital works : Banner ads, skyscraper ads, web buttons, MPU’s and online web icons.

My repro knowledge is strong and I am confident liaising with repro houses and print presses. I am experienced in advising studios on matters such as software, file formats and print buying and suitability and contributing to building effective relationships with clients.

Some of the myriad projects I have worked on include Euro Football Stadium tier dressing, Premiership football, Open Golf and county cricket. Fosters ongoing summer and winter ad campaigns - Launch of international Thai Wine drink SABAI (a Red Bull brand) Nationwide Apples promotion for Sainsburys with Disney Characters, Beano Body Swaps for SKIPS crisps, creating and artworking brand guideline books for Loreal, UKTI Great Campaign and many others.

Summary of

Degree 2:1 Media & Design post grad teaching Qual