Darren Shakespeare
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Jenna Armitage
Darren played a pivotal role in helping our company grow to where it is today, by visualizing our brand story in a way that resonated with our target audience. Darren is a gifted designer with a keen eye for detail and an innate ability to create visual designs that effectively communicate our brand message. His creativity and talent have been instrumental in developing our brand identity, which has helped us to stand out in a competitive market. What sets Darren apart is his passion and commitment. Darren showed up to his first day at Tulipshare with fully prepared vision board of where we could take the Tulipshare brand - ready to hit the ground running. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our designs are not only visually stunning but also align with our brand strategy and business objectives. I highly recommend Darren to any organization seeking a talented, dedicated graphic designer and leader. He has been a key player in our company's success, and I have no doubt that he will continue to excel in his future endeavors.
Erick Teixeira
Darren is an excellent creative professional, with an extense knowledge of print production, graphic design, editorial and digital, covering most areas of creative industry and able to deliver amazing projects. As a team leader, he knows how to motivate the designers to deliver high-quality projects and to provide a nice environment to work. I was able to learn a lot from him, as he is always willing to help and get involved in all the projects, managing workflow, and deadlines with clients and suppliers. It would be a pleasure to work with him again, and I recommend Darren to any company that wants to increase the quality of its projects in terms of creativity.
Jenna Armitage
Darren played a pivotal role in helping our company grow to where it is today, by visualizing our brand story in a way that resonated with our target audience. Darren is a gifted designer with a keen eye for detail and an innate ability to create visual designs that effectively communicate our brand message. His creativity and talent have been instrumental in developing our brand identity, which has helped us to stand out in a competitive market. What sets Darren apart is his passion and commitment. Darren showed up to his first day at Tulipshare with fully prepared vision board of where we could take the Tulipshare brand - ready to hit the ground running. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our designs are not only visually stunning but also align with our brand strategy and business objectives. I highly recommend Darren to any organization seeking a talented, dedicated graphic designer and leader. He has been a key player in our company's success, and I have no doubt that he will continue to excel in his future endeavors.
Erick Teixeira
Darren is an excellent creative professional, with an extense knowledge of print production, graphic design, editorial and digital, covering most areas of creative industry and able to deliver amazing projects. As a team leader, he knows how to motivate the designers to deliver high-quality projects and to provide a nice environment to work. I was able to learn a lot from him, as he is always willing to help and get involved in all the projects, managing workflow, and deadlines with clients and suppliers. It would be a pleasure to work with him again, and I recommend Darren to any company that wants to increase the quality of its projects in terms of creativity.
Jenna Armitage
Darren played a pivotal role in helping our company grow to where it is today, by visualizing our brand story in a way that resonated with our target audience. Darren is a gifted designer with a keen eye for detail and an innate ability to create visual designs that effectively communicate our brand message. His creativity and talent have been instrumental in developing our brand identity, which has helped us to stand out in a competitive market. What sets Darren apart is his passion and commitment. Darren showed up to his first day at Tulipshare with fully prepared vision board of where we could take the Tulipshare brand - ready to hit the ground running. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our designs are not only visually stunning but also align with our brand strategy and business objectives. I highly recommend Darren to any organization seeking a talented, dedicated graphic designer and leader. He has been a key player in our company's success, and I have no doubt that he will continue to excel in his future endeavors.
Erick Teixeira
Darren is an excellent creative professional, with an extense knowledge of print production, graphic design, editorial and digital, covering most areas of creative industry and able to deliver amazing projects. As a team leader, he knows how to motivate the designers to deliver high-quality projects and to provide a nice environment to work. I was able to learn a lot from him, as he is always willing to help and get involved in all the projects, managing workflow, and deadlines with clients and suppliers. It would be a pleasure to work with him again, and I recommend Darren to any company that wants to increase the quality of its projects in terms of creativity.
Jenna Armitage
Darren played a pivotal role in helping our company grow to where it is today, by visualizing our brand story in a way that resonated with our target audience. Darren is a gifted designer with a keen eye for detail and an innate ability to create visual designs that effectively communicate our brand message. His creativity and talent have been instrumental in developing our brand identity, which has helped us to stand out in a competitive market. What sets Darren apart is his passion and commitment. Darren showed up to his first day at Tulipshare with fully prepared vision board of where we could take the Tulipshare brand - ready to hit the ground running. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our designs are not only visually stunning but also align with our brand strategy and business objectives. I highly recommend Darren to any organization seeking a talented, dedicated graphic designer and leader. He has been a key player in our company's success, and I have no doubt that he will continue to excel in his future endeavors.
Erick Teixeira
Darren is an excellent creative professional, with an extense knowledge of print production, graphic design, editorial and digital, covering most areas of creative industry and able to deliver amazing projects. As a team leader, he knows how to motivate the designers to deliver high-quality projects and to provide a nice environment to work. I was able to learn a lot from him, as he is always willing to help and get involved in all the projects, managing workflow, and deadlines with clients and suppliers. It would be a pleasure to work with him again, and I recommend Darren to any company that wants to increase the quality of its projects in terms of creativity.
Experience
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The Engagement Appeal
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United Kingdom
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Brand Lead
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Apr 2023 - Present
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The Artistry
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United Kingdom
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Graphic Design
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Creative Director
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Apr 2021 - Present
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Tulipshare
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Brand Lead
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Dec 2021 - Apr 2023
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Accenture
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Ireland
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Design Specialist
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Jun 2021 - Feb 2022
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The Octopus Group
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United Kingdom
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Marketing Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Head Of Design
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Dec 2017 - Apr 2021
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Capita Travel and Events
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United Kingdom
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Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Director
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May 2017 - Oct 2017
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Design Team Manager
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May 2013 - May 2017
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Ernst & Young
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China
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Designer
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Nov 2011 - May 2013
Part of E&Y's UK&I Strategic Pursuits team providing creative solutions to intelligence led campaigns and proposal bids to potential clients Part of E&Y's UK&I Strategic Pursuits team providing creative solutions to intelligence led campaigns and proposal bids to potential clients
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Allen & Overy
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Designer
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Apr 2006 - Sep 2011
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Ministry In Art Media Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Graphic Design
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Designer
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Apr 2004 - Apr 2006
Graphic design Graphic design
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Art Director (Projects)
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Sep 2001 - Dec 2002
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RANSON GROUP LIMITED
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Real Estate
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Designer
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Feb 1999 - Sep 2001
Advertising & Design for print and web Advertising & Design for print and web
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Junior Retoucher
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Jul 1998 - Jan 1999
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Education
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1995 - 1998
Lewisham College
ND, Graphic Design -
1992 - 1995
Deptford Green
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