Hannah Creates

About Me

I’ve been proud to work as a Graphic Designer for nearly ten years; starting at ‘Your Local Link‘: a York-based magazine. There, I developed expertise in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator while meeting tight deadlines and working under substantial pressure. My responsibilities included designing adverts, editorial and web content, as well as typesetting and layout planning. I also completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Design, which covered areas such as photography, fine art, and graphic design.

In 2018, I transitioned to the education sector to manage projects within the Marketing team at York College. In this role, I designed prospectuses, print adverts, web content, and more, while also contributing to the College’s marketing strategies. Additionally, I served as the Staff Representative for the Marketing team in 2019, representing the team in College meetings and working on the College’s strategic plan. I also had the opportunity to photograph courses and events for PR purposes, developing an understanding of GDPR implementation.

After leaving York College in 2020, I continued to work with them on a freelance basis, specifically focusing on their Higher Education prospectus. During the same year, I joined the travel industry as a Digital Designer at Great Rail Journeys. Here, I created content for web, digital advertising, and social media platforms. I also assisted with print brochures and marketing materials. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I temporarily transitioned to Customer Service to handle the increased volume of enquiries, gaining skills in call handling and using a travel booking program. Furthermore, I managed Great Rail Journeys’ Instagram page, expanding my knowledge of social media marketing.

Although I moved on, I’ve maintained good working relationships with GRJ, and still consult when needed. I continued to manage their social media account and assist with marketing material design.

In September 2021, I started a new role as a Content Creator at a boutique Stitched. Initially hired to support a rebrand, this position has allowed me to enhance my digital design, photography, videography, copywriting, and social media skills. I am responsible for creating marketing assets for various platforms, including TikTok and YouTube.

Working within a small team at Stitched has broadened my understanding of general marketing, including B2C and B2B approaches, as well as customer acquisition strategies.

Additionally, I have undertaken freelance design work, including projects for STEM Learning.

Hannah Creates

Volunteering

Trying to give back is extremely important to me. Outside of work, I’m a huge supporter of community causes. I volunteer with CoppaFeel!, a brilliant charity raising awareness about breast cancer. I try to participate as much as I can and attend fundraising events to do my part.

I’ve also offered my time as a Mental Health First Aider at York College. I firmly believe that empathy and understanding are just as important in design as they are in everyday life.