Germany

Graphic Design

Branding and Identity Design

Branding

Online Course

Bachelor of Arts - BA

Foundation degree

A Level

GCSE

Jake Lyne

Senior Graphic Designer

Bento

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Critical-thinking

Customer service

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

ChatGPT

Introduce yourself, define mentoring expectations and goals. Learn and grow together.

General mentorship

Making remote and globally distributed teams work for you and your needs.

Working remotely

Learn essential burnout prevention techniques and replenish physical and emotional energy.

Managing burnout

Talk to people who have learned to manage their imposter syndrome.

Dealing with imposter syndrome

Get actionable feedback on your resume or portfolio.

Resume and portfolio review

Practice HR, technical and behavioural interviews with mentors.

Practice mock interviews

How to think about design career paths and what progression looks like for designers?

Design career path

As the senior graphic designer, I spearheaded the design, layout, and execution of dynamic creative campaigns across online and offline platforms.

As a brand guardian, I maintained strict adherence to brand guidelines while continuously evolving and refining them for a progressive brand identity.

Implemented strategic creative optimizations that contributed to the elevation of conversion rates and click-through rates across various marketing channels, ensuring the maximum impact of marketing campaigns.

As the primary graphic designer, I collaborate across departments—Marketing, Higher Education, and skills teams—creating learning materials, refining marketing assets, and developing internal displays.

I've improved the VLR system's UX, pioneered digital strategies pre and during the pandemic, and consistently elevated design standards. Additionally, I manage stock levels and offer technical support for reprographics equipment, ensuring seamless operations.

Delivering consistent brand and design services across print and web for businesses. Collaborating with stakeholders to uphold brand integrity. Managing diverse workloads and client inquiries while building strong relationships.

Expertise spans artwork creation for business literature, promotional materials, and digital marketing. Skilled in WordPress web design, social media branding, and serving as a brand representative. Providing design counsel for web and print content, ensuring website updates for clients.

Managing digital file preparation and setup for diverse customer products like business cards, flyers, brochures, and promotional items, overseeing the entire printing process. Ensuring file organization and providing dedicated customer service, assisting with design solutions, page layouts, cover designs, and artwork modifications.

Executing print, copy, and finishing orders per requests and operating digital presses and binding equipment proficiently. Regular equipment maintenance and supplies management. Additionally, aiding in digital printing, filing, customer correspondence, and vendor relations.

Collaborated with Manchester International Festival's design team on "Party Skills for the End of the World" by Nigel Barrett, Louise Mari, and Abigail Conway. Led set and props design and installation while multitasking to meet project deadlines. Sourced materials and equipment, ensuring effective record-keeping for future project presentations. Coordinated and motivated team members for seamless equipment installation.

Led the curation of a socially engaged anthology marking the University of Salford's 50th anniversary, resulting in a limited-edition art book.

Directed art, graphic design, layout, and visual identity creation as the project's lead, earning the prestigious Highly Commended Harold Riley Award for outstanding Community Engagement.

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About Jake Lyne

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