A bit about me. Qualifications and achievements
Hello :-)|I am Neil Readhead|Graphic Designer|Web Designer|Frontend Developer|Photographer|Art Director|DESIGN CONSULTANT
DETAILS:
Name: |
Neil Readhead |
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Title: |
Founder |
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Phone: |
+44 7976 375 925 |
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Email: |
[email protected] |
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Site: |
neilreadhead.com |
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Location: |
Wilmslow, Cheshire |
INTRODUCTION:
Hello :-)
I am Neil Readhead.
I am a Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Frontend Developer, Photographer, Art Director and Design Consultant. With over 25 years of professional experience.
I am an experienced Senior and Lead Designer, designing logotypes, logomarks, brand identity guidelines (including print and web), social media, product and packaging, signage and livery. I am also an experienced Web Designer, hardcoding websites with HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript and using site builders like WordPress, Unbounce and Shopify. I have experience in studio process development. Developing internal systems, project processes and brief sheets. I have the technical knowledge to translate those requirements to the Technical Department for delivery. I speak “Tech” and translate it into English.
I am passionate about advertising, art, design, branding, web design, graphic design, product design, typography, illustration, photography, cinematography and architecture. I am a creative forward thinker, enthusiastic, innovative, proactive, highly motivated and self-improving. I provide a balance between innovation, original concepts and practical, deliverable solutions. I have a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
Here I showcase my skills and abilities, my academic background and my achievements. "My life's work".
Educat!on
My academic background
Pro Web Design:
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Pro Web Design |
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Adobe Cert. / Internet + ColdFusion |
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Location: |
Manchester |
Core Units:
Higher National Diploma:
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Higher National Diploma |
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Graphic Design |
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Location: |
Manchester College |
Description:
My HND course was mainly practical and project-based, with an emphasis placed on sketchbook development and typography. I developed core skills, communication and problem-solving. This also included Contextual Studies, Research, Conceptual Thinking and Digital Media. Other specialist subjects are listed below.
Core Units:
Year 1 subjects studied included:
Year 2 subjects studied included:
National Diploma:
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National Diploma |
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Art and Design |
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Location: |
Stockport College |
Description:
In my ND course, I worked through the design process. I was involved in numerous projects, design competitions and 'live briefs' (set by outside companies). I concentrated on generating ideas in response to creative briefs. Developing my software and practical skills, I created visuals that culminate in a Final Major Project and exhibition.
Core Unites:
Core Units:
Study areas include:
1st National Diploma:
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1st National Diploma |
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General Art and Design |
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Location: |
Macclesfield College |
Description:
On my 1st National Diploma course, I developed the fundamental elements of art and design practice. Namely, drawing skills (including life drawing), creating digital imagery and generic creative skills (writing, research methodologies etc.)
Core Units:
Other Ach!evements
Awards / Hobbies / Sports / Travel
Other Achievements:
GCSE's: |
8 GCSE's Wilmslow County High School |
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Awards: |
Junior Artist of the Year Red House School Norton |
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Awards: |
Basketball & Tennis Coching Awards |
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Certificates: |
Three week Outward Bound Course (Aberdovey) |
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Commissions: |
Wall Murals, Illustrations, Portraits & Photography |
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Hobbies: |
Back Packing, Hiking, Moutain Bikng, Road Cycling, Skiing, Snow Boarding, Photography, Drones |
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Travel:
Sk!lls
The skills that pay the bills
WORK SKiLLS:
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Application SKiLLS:
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Languages:
HTML 5CSS 3JAVAPHPWordpressSquarespace |
