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Areeba Abbas

Graphic Designer
Sheffield

Summary

Hey there! I’m Areeba, an interdisciplinary designer with over 3 years of experience crafting visuals that are both functional and full of personality. I believe great design isn’t just about looking good—it’s about solving problems in creative, unexpected ways. I’ve worked on everything from branding to digital experiences, always aiming to make designs that are engaging, purposeful, and a little bit different. To me, humor and design go hand in hand, keeping the creative process just as exciting as the final product.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Independent Graphic Designer

Self-Employed
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
  • Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
  • Streamlined project workflows, ensuring timely delivery of design projects.

Creative Services coordinator and Graphic Designer

Colquhouns & Be Branded
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Developed and executed impactful graphic designs and creative campaigns, ensuring brand consistency while managing multiple projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines

Freelance Designer / Book Designer

Independent Publishing
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Designed and formatted visually compelling poetry books for an independent Dubai-based publishing client, enhancing reader experience and engagement.
  • Managed multiple design projects alongside my university coursework simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients, consistently meeting their expectations and receiving repeat business.
  • Adapted designs to various formats including print, e-books, and audiobooks for broader reach among diverse audiences.


Head Graphic Designer and Team Leader

That Design Fest
01.2022 - 03.2022

Led a team of 5 to create the winning branding and marketing concept for a two-day festival showcasing top Designers in the MENA region.

Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.

Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring consistent branding across all platforms.

Established effective workflows within the design team, improving collaboration and project management capabilities.

Junior Graphic Designer

Mondial LLC
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Created impactful visual content and marketing materials for a financial advisory firm in Dubai, supporting brand development and client communication.
  • Assisted senior designers in refining creative concepts for successful advertising campaigns.
  • Mentored new hires in graphic design best practices, company-specific procedures and strict branding guidelines, fostering professional growth within the team.

Education

Master of Arts - Graphic Design

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
09.2022 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Middlesex University
09.2019 - 04.2022

Skills

Adobe Create Suite

Branding and identity

Packaging Design

Typography

Print and digital design

Deadline adherence

Software

Illustrator

Indesign

Photoshop

After Effects

Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

    Selected to create and showcase artwork for the 2023 "I Wish . . ." exhibition and auction, celebrating 50 years of Shandy Hall. Auction proceeds contributed to the restoration of this landmark, preserving its legacy for future generations.

Timeline

Independent Graphic Designer

Self-Employed
08.2024 - Current

Creative Services coordinator and Graphic Designer

Colquhouns & Be Branded
09.2023 - 07.2024

Master of Arts - Graphic Design

Leeds Beckett University
09.2022 - 06.2023

Freelance Designer / Book Designer

Independent Publishing
09.2022 - 09.2023

Head Graphic Designer and Team Leader

That Design Fest
01.2022 - 03.2022

Junior Graphic Designer

Mondial LLC
09.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Middlesex University
09.2019 - 04.2022
Areeba AbbasGraphic Designer