Alison Heggie
Walton-Le-Dale,Lancashire
Summary
Having spent over 35 years in the design industry I have many skills that are transferable to other roles. After having a successful, fulfilling career with my previous employer, I am looking to start a new chapter.
Having cared for a terminally ill husband, who sadly died of pancreatic cancer in 2018, I am looking to find a position that can make use of my personal skills and knowledge.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Creative director
Forepoint Limited
Preston, Lancashire
04.1994 - 03.2025
- Led brainstorming sessions with design staff to generate innovative ideas. and directed team of designers for development of compelling visual content.
- Fostered a creative and collaborative work environment with effective communication strategies.
- Cultivated relationships with clients, securing repeat business through superior service delivery.
- Established brand guidelines to ensure uniformity across all platforms, and also collaborated with cross-functional teams for synchronised project execution.
- Delivered budgetary savings by negotiating favourable terms with vendors and suppliers.
- Mentored and coached creative teams, fostering culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and integrated feedback into design processes.
- Oversaw production of multimedia content, maintaining high standards of creativity and quality.
- Conceptualised and directed creative strategies for diverse projects in alignment with brand objectives.
Senior designer
Forepoint Limited
Preston, Lancashire
04.1994 - 04.1998
Designer
The Senate design studio
London, Greater London
05.1990 - 04.1994
Freelance Designer
Penguin Books Limited
London, Greater London
08.1989 - 05.1990
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Preston Polytechnic
Preston, Lancashire 09.1984 - 06.1989
A-Levels - English Literature, Art, Economics, General Studies
Old Hall High School
Maghull, Sefton 06.1982 - 06.1994
GCSEs - Art, English Lit, English Language, History, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
Old Hall High School
Maghull, Sefton 09.1980 - 06.1982
Skills
- Design background
- Interpersonal communication
- Resourcefulness
- Project Management
- Budget management
- Regulatory compliance
- Conceptual thinking
- Stress tolerance
- Ethical decision making
- Active listening
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Conflict Resolution
- First Aid Trained
Affiliations
- Cold water swimming, gym, reading, woodwork
Accomplishments
• Was the designated First Aider for ten years.
• Trained and performed as a volunteer vaccinator during the Covid pandemic
• I have won design awards for my creative work
• I won internal company awards: Team Player, Values Award, and Lifetime achievement
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Creative director
Forepoint Limited
04.1994 - 03.2025
Senior designer
Forepoint Limited
04.1994 - 04.1998
Designer
The Senate design studio
05.1990 - 04.1994
Freelance Designer
Penguin Books Limited
08.1989 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Preston Polytechnic
09.1984 - 06.1989
A-Levels - English Literature, Art, Economics, General Studies
Old Hall High School
06.1982 - 06.1994
GCSEs - Art, English Lit, English Language, History, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
Old Hall High School
09.1980 - 06.1982
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