CV
Benjamin Heath
09/01/1984
Skill Set
I have an extensive knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash and After effects and have a competent understanding of Premier Pro. I work equally well on Mac and PC Platforms.
Statement
For the last four years I have been honing my talents as a designer in the digital creative industry, working for prestigious agencies such as Albion and Agency Republic. I’ve gained a deep understanding of the digital environment and worked on campaigns for clients such as Diageo, Playstation, the BBC, Activision and O2. As well as designing and art directing, I also relish the opportunity to be involved in projects at the concept stage where I can input my ideas and help to shape the course of projects from start to finish. I am capable of presenting and discussing my ideas and designs with clients and I employ a great deal of communication with my team and colleagues. I am a dedicated and hardworking designer and I always strive to improve my technique and continue to learn new skills. I love design but also have a passion for illustration and animation; these are skills that I developed during my degree course at University College Falmouth and consequently have improved upon due to the nature of my work within digital platforms.
Recomendations
Nick Darken - Creative Director at Albion:
"Ben is a fantastic designer in any digital format. He's also universally liked and respected. A very calm presence under pressure; thoughtful, fast and meticulous in his response. Most importantly Ben is fun to work with. I can't recommend Ben highly enough - a talented and lovely bloke."
Gavin Gordon-Rogers - Executive Creative Director at Agency Republic:
"We had the pleasure of Ben's company for roughly two and a half years here at Agency Republic. In that time he worked across a wide variety of our clients, including O2, the COI and Diageo. His design skills are varied, and he is particularly strong with illustration and animation.
When I first met Ben he presented himself as a conceptual art director. At the time I didn't feel that this was where his strongest talents lay, however over the ensuing years he proved to be very adept at concepting digital ideas from scratch, and I have no doubt that he will continue to develop in this area.
A lovely bloke, very sociable, and universally liked by his colleagues."
Recent Projects
giffgaff Brand Website (2010) – www.giffgaff.com
Morgan’s Spiced Brand Website (2009) – www.morgansspiced.com
Awards and Publications
One Show Award | Merit (2011) | Slapometer
Creative Circle Honours | Bronze - best online advertising (2009) | Pimm’s It’s Sunshine O’clock
IAB Creative Showcase | Runner up (September 2008) | [spooks] Code 9
IAB Creative Showcase | Runner up (June 2008) | Pimm’s It’s Sunshine O’clock
D&AD in book award | (September 2006) featured in the 2006 student annual | Lucky Voice
Graduate Award in Graphic Design (September 2006) | Profile featured in Stranger Magazine
Work Experience
Holler Sydney | January 2011 - Present date | Art Director (Permanent)
Five by Five | September 2010 - November 2010 | Senior Designer (Freelance)
Albion | December 2009 - September 2010 | Mid-weight Designer (Permanent)
Agency Republic | June 2007 - December 2009 | Mid-weight Designer (Permanent)
Publicis | May 2007 | Designer/Illustrator (Freelance)
Moonshine Media | September 2006 - May 2007 | Junior Designer (Permanent)
Feref Digital | July 2006 | Designer (Freelance)
Elefantart | October 2005 - January 2006 | Designer/illustrator (Freelance)
Education
University College Falmouth | September 2003 - July 2006 | BA(Hons) Graphic Design
Winchester School of Art | September 2002 - July 2003 | Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
09/01/1984
Skill Set
I have an extensive knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash and After effects and have a competent understanding of Premier Pro. I work equally well on Mac and PC Platforms.
Statement
For the last four years I have been honing my talents as a designer in the digital creative industry, working for prestigious agencies such as Albion and Agency Republic. I’ve gained a deep understanding of the digital environment and worked on campaigns for clients such as Diageo, Playstation, the BBC, Activision and O2. As well as designing and art directing, I also relish the opportunity to be involved in projects at the concept stage where I can input my ideas and help to shape the course of projects from start to finish. I am capable of presenting and discussing my ideas and designs with clients and I employ a great deal of communication with my team and colleagues. I am a dedicated and hardworking designer and I always strive to improve my technique and continue to learn new skills. I love design but also have a passion for illustration and animation; these are skills that I developed during my degree course at University College Falmouth and consequently have improved upon due to the nature of my work within digital platforms.
Recomendations
Nick Darken - Creative Director at Albion:
"Ben is a fantastic designer in any digital format. He's also universally liked and respected. A very calm presence under pressure; thoughtful, fast and meticulous in his response. Most importantly Ben is fun to work with. I can't recommend Ben highly enough - a talented and lovely bloke."
Gavin Gordon-Rogers - Executive Creative Director at Agency Republic:
"We had the pleasure of Ben's company for roughly two and a half years here at Agency Republic. In that time he worked across a wide variety of our clients, including O2, the COI and Diageo. His design skills are varied, and he is particularly strong with illustration and animation.
When I first met Ben he presented himself as a conceptual art director. At the time I didn't feel that this was where his strongest talents lay, however over the ensuing years he proved to be very adept at concepting digital ideas from scratch, and I have no doubt that he will continue to develop in this area.
A lovely bloke, very sociable, and universally liked by his colleagues."
Recent Projects
giffgaff Brand Website (2010) – www.giffgaff.com
Morgan’s Spiced Brand Website (2009) – www.morgansspiced.com
Awards and Publications
One Show Award | Merit (2011) | Slapometer
Creative Circle Honours | Bronze - best online advertising (2009) | Pimm’s It’s Sunshine O’clock
IAB Creative Showcase | Runner up (September 2008) | [spooks] Code 9
IAB Creative Showcase | Runner up (June 2008) | Pimm’s It’s Sunshine O’clock
D&AD in book award | (September 2006) featured in the 2006 student annual | Lucky Voice
Graduate Award in Graphic Design (September 2006) | Profile featured in Stranger Magazine
Work Experience
Holler Sydney | January 2011 - Present date | Art Director (Permanent)
Five by Five | September 2010 - November 2010 | Senior Designer (Freelance)
Albion | December 2009 - September 2010 | Mid-weight Designer (Permanent)
Agency Republic | June 2007 - December 2009 | Mid-weight Designer (Permanent)
Publicis | May 2007 | Designer/Illustrator (Freelance)
Moonshine Media | September 2006 - May 2007 | Junior Designer (Permanent)
Feref Digital | July 2006 | Designer (Freelance)
Elefantart | October 2005 - January 2006 | Designer/illustrator (Freelance)
Education
University College Falmouth | September 2003 - July 2006 | BA(Hons) Graphic Design
Winchester School of Art | September 2002 - July 2003 | Foundation Diploma in Art and Design