Daniel Ellis
Fleet,UK
Summary
Experienced and results-driven Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 4+ years of expertise delivering creative solutions for a diverse range of clients. Knowledgeable about design principles and creative software. Strong skills in visual communication, problem-solving, and collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and contributing to team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
Soccer Schools UK
Fleet, Hampshire
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Creating cohesive designs that showcase variety, align with company requirements, and reflect my own creative style.
- Designing promotional flyers and activity programmes for After School Clubs.
- Implemented regular feedback from clients into designs for improved product reception.
- Crafting attention-grabbing designs that captivate both parents and children.
Claims Advisor
Enterprise Holdings
Aldershot, Hampshire
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Enterprise Rent-A-Car plays a significant role in the rental industry.
- Cultivating and managing strong relationships with insurance companies to ensure a seamless process for cost recovery.
- Responsible for managing a portfolio of claims valued up to £20k.
- Reviewed the agreed-upon financial settlement, progress toward movement targets, and overall productivity.
- This role demanded exceptional job knowledge, outstanding customer service, and strong negotiation skills to successfully recover the invoiced amount.
- Navigating a difficult period during the Covid-19 pandemic, where we were required to adapt to remote work whilst maintaining a high standard of work.
Supervisor
Silvana's Restaurant
Farnham, HAM
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Supervising both front of house and bar operations, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- This role required me to maintain smooth operations and high morale within the team.
- Ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, whilst providing friendly, attentive customer service.
- Managed daily operations to increase productivity.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Hart Voluntary Action
Fleet, Hampshire
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: HVA deliver a range of services, these include Adult & Youth Counselling, Young Carers Support and a Voluntary Centre
- I collaborated with HVA to craft their strap-lines and redesign their business cards.
- This was created using Adobe software, allowing me to explore and refine various techniques in illustration and graphic design.
- Working with this organisation provided me with valuable insight into customer communication, ensuring a seamless service experience and mutual satisfaction for all parties involved.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Starburst Foundation
Fleet, Hampshire
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: Starburst foundation is a charity which supports children with life debilitating conditions by providing life changing specialist equipment and opportunities.
- Gaining experience in managing large projects while balancing part-time work and university studies.
- A voluntary position where I designed promotional flyers for both the Summer and Pantomime productions.
- Crafting eye-catching designs that capture the vibrant energy of the theatre.
Freelance Graphic Designer
AFA
Farnhborough, Hampshire
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: AFA accessories are a Sportswear brand who create Grip socks for Footballers
- Designing a sleek and dynamic logo that embodies the brand's core values.
Cafe Assistant
Everyone Active
Fleet, HAM
10.2022 - 06.2024
- This is a part time role alongside my Uni studies, this role requires me to delivery exceptional customer service in every interaction, increase sales through upselling and adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment for staff and customers
- Extensive barista training, with in depth knowledge of coffee and coffee making.
- Some of my other responsibilities are opening and closing the cafe, cash-handling including till reconciliation.
Nursery Assistant
Oakley park childminding
Fleet, HAM
01.2017 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: A Family run business
- This job requires me to work with the children and complete jobs under restricted times whilst the children are aided by me to develop their confidence and intellectual state.
- Observed children's behaviours, providing important insights into their development stages.
Education
Bachelor's - Illustration
University for the Creative Arts
Farnham, Surrey 09.2022 - 03.2025
A-Level - Graphic Design
Farnborough Sixth Form College
09.2017 - 5 2019
A-Level - Business Studies
Farnborough Sixth Form
Farnborough, Hampshire 09.2017 - 5 2019
A-Level - Photography
Farnborough Sixth Form College
Farnborough, Hampshire 09.2017 - 5 2019
GCSE - English Language/Literature
Courtmoor School
Fleet, Hampshire 09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Physical Education
Courtmoor School
Fleet, Hampshire 09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Chemistry
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Biology
Courtmoor School
Fleet, Hampshire 09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Maths
Courtmoor School
Fleet, Hampshire 09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Art & Design
Courtmoor School
Fleet 09.2012 - 5 2017
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Digital Marketing
- OneDrive
- Illustration (Drawing)
- Meta Business Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Custom
A-Level or equivalent
Affiliations
- Sports (Football, Golf, Boxing, Rugby)
Timeline
Freelance Graphic Designer
Hart Voluntary Action
02.2025 - 03.2025
Supervisor
Silvana's Restaurant
02.2024 - 03.2025
Cafe Assistant
Everyone Active
10.2022 - 06.2024
Freelance Graphic Designer
Soccer Schools UK
09.2022 - 03.2025
Freelance Graphic Designer
Starburst Foundation
09.2022 - 03.2025
Freelance Graphic Designer
AFA
09.2022 - 03.2025
Bachelor's - Illustration
University for the Creative Arts
09.2022 - 03.2025
Claims Advisor
Enterprise Holdings
10.2019 - 09.2022
A-Level - Graphic Design
Farnborough Sixth Form College
09.2017 - 5 2019
A-Level - Business Studies
Farnborough Sixth Form
09.2017 - 5 2019
A-Level - Photography
Farnborough Sixth Form College
09.2017 - 5 2019
Nursery Assistant
Oakley park childminding
01.2017 - 07.2021
GCSE - English Language/Literature
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Physical Education
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Chemistry
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Biology
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Maths
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
GCSE - Art & Design
Courtmoor School
09.2012 - 5 2017
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