I started my journey into creative communication in my first internship at the Museum of Northern Arizona. As an undergraduate intern, I researched for and wrote their first Social Media Plan. I went on to cut my teeth further at the National Galleries of Scotland as the Digital Media Intern, researching for and creating visual and written content for their website as well as conducting and analysing user research on their app.
From there I moved to Leeds College of Art, where I worked in the Students’ Union, focusing on the website, visual design, communications and marketing. In my final year, I led and designed the Union’s rename and rebrand when the College was awarded University status and became Leeds Arts University.
Along the way I worked on many projects, including writing and producing a social history podcast called Northern, as well as taking on branding, lettering, website and various other design and digital projects for clients and friends. In 2019 I left full time employment and began freelancing.
I work from my home studio in Sheffield next to my UX Designer husband who is a [mostly] welcomed feedback giver extraordinaire. I take on projects in web design and development, brand design, marketing, digital strategy, digital content and more.
When I’m not working, you’ll find me out in the Peak District with my family, taking far too long to knit something or singing to the Staves.
Northern Podcast was a podcast I wrote, produced and edited exploring history and stories from the North of England.
Laikin StudioIn 2019 I founded Laikin Studio, an independent design studio helping women bring their vision to life through strategic and beautiful design.
Take my Skillshare ClassI also teach a highly-rated Skillshare Class, Before the Design: Planning and organising your creative or business website.
Design Your Vision PodcastI run a podcast called Design Your Vision aimed at helping creatives and business owners understand how to use design as a tool to reach their creative, professional and financial goals.
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