Fi Murray
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Lee Allentuck
Fi Murray is a trailblazer! I had the pleasure of working with Fi and I can confidently say she is a true creative genius. Her passion for design and innovation is truly inspiring and her ability to turn her ideas into reality is simply amazing. Her attention to detail is impeccable and her constant curiosity ensures she is always exploring new and innovative ideas. Her toy and game designs are a testament to her talent, they are not only elegant but also fun and engaging. Fi's positivity and energy is contagious, making her a joy to work with and inspiring those around her. If you're looking for someone who can bring creativity and innovation to your next project, Fi is the person you want. I highly recommend her for any design or inventing role.
Arti Joshi
I've recently sampled some plush toys for Fi and she's absolutely wonderful to work with. Her designs are incredibly imaginative and her directions were very clear and detailed. She is also a very considerate person who keeps up excellent communication - I felt valued and I'd love to work together again soon!
Lee Allentuck
Fi Murray is a trailblazer! I had the pleasure of working with Fi and I can confidently say she is a true creative genius. Her passion for design and innovation is truly inspiring and her ability to turn her ideas into reality is simply amazing. Her attention to detail is impeccable and her constant curiosity ensures she is always exploring new and innovative ideas. Her toy and game designs are a testament to her talent, they are not only elegant but also fun and engaging. Fi's positivity and energy is contagious, making her a joy to work with and inspiring those around her. If you're looking for someone who can bring creativity and innovation to your next project, Fi is the person you want. I highly recommend her for any design or inventing role.
Arti Joshi
I've recently sampled some plush toys for Fi and she's absolutely wonderful to work with. Her designs are incredibly imaginative and her directions were very clear and detailed. She is also a very considerate person who keeps up excellent communication - I felt valued and I'd love to work together again soon!
Lee Allentuck
Fi Murray is a trailblazer! I had the pleasure of working with Fi and I can confidently say she is a true creative genius. Her passion for design and innovation is truly inspiring and her ability to turn her ideas into reality is simply amazing. Her attention to detail is impeccable and her constant curiosity ensures she is always exploring new and innovative ideas. Her toy and game designs are a testament to her talent, they are not only elegant but also fun and engaging. Fi's positivity and energy is contagious, making her a joy to work with and inspiring those around her. If you're looking for someone who can bring creativity and innovation to your next project, Fi is the person you want. I highly recommend her for any design or inventing role.
Arti Joshi
I've recently sampled some plush toys for Fi and she's absolutely wonderful to work with. Her designs are incredibly imaginative and her directions were very clear and detailed. She is also a very considerate person who keeps up excellent communication - I felt valued and I'd love to work together again soon!
Lee Allentuck
Fi Murray is a trailblazer! I had the pleasure of working with Fi and I can confidently say she is a true creative genius. Her passion for design and innovation is truly inspiring and her ability to turn her ideas into reality is simply amazing. Her attention to detail is impeccable and her constant curiosity ensures she is always exploring new and innovative ideas. Her toy and game designs are a testament to her talent, they are not only elegant but also fun and engaging. Fi's positivity and energy is contagious, making her a joy to work with and inspiring those around her. If you're looking for someone who can bring creativity and innovation to your next project, Fi is the person you want. I highly recommend her for any design or inventing role.
Arti Joshi
I've recently sampled some plush toys for Fi and she's absolutely wonderful to work with. Her designs are incredibly imaginative and her directions were very clear and detailed. She is also a very considerate person who keeps up excellent communication - I felt valued and I'd love to work together again soon!
Experience
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Making Things Studio
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United Kingdom
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Innovation & Design Director
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Aug 2018 - Present
Invention and licensing studio. An indie IP making, license creating, brand generating, inventive seaside shack based in the UK. We generate award winning (but more importantly, kid approved!) own IP for licensing, manufacture and distribution. We consult for some of the most forward-thinking toy and entertainment companies on the globe. Invention and licensing studio. An indie IP making, license creating, brand generating, inventive seaside shack based in the UK. We generate award winning (but more importantly, kid approved!) own IP for licensing, manufacture and distribution. We consult for some of the most forward-thinking toy and entertainment companies on the globe.
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Vivid Goliath Group
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United Kingdom
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Consumer Goods
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1 - 100 Employee
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Global Principal Creative
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Mar 2016 - Jul 2018
This is a cross-departmental role that unifies design-led thinking and creative direction across R&D, marketing and licensing with the mission to generate opportunities for the Crayola and Vivid Toy portfolio from concept to launch.Key Responsibilities:- Leading Global Innovation (managing a global portfolio value of $100m+ driving the design across teams and global partners)- Creative direction for all new product development- IP and Brand Creation (via network of inventors, in-house creations and licenses)- New disruptive business opportunities (scouting, creative and pitching) Show less
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Nov 2013 - Mar 2016
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Carte Blanche Group
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United Kingdom
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Gift Product Developer (New IP, In-house and licensed)
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Jul 2013 - Nov 2013
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Bang Creations Limited
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United Kingdom
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Product Creative
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Nov 2012 - Jun 2013
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The World
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Entertainment Providers
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400 - 500 Employee
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Global Adventurer (Sabatical)
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Apr 2012 - Oct 2012
Sold everything I had to go an adventure of a lifetime at 23 years old. “Travelling makes one modest – you see what a tiny place you occupy in the world” Sold everything I had to go an adventure of a lifetime at 23 years old. “Travelling makes one modest – you see what a tiny place you occupy in the world”
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Vivid Goliath Group
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United Kingdom
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Consumer Goods
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product & Brand Designer
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Jan 2011 - Mar 2012
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Junior Product Designer
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Aug 2008 - Dec 2010
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eibe play Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Playground and Attraction Designer
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Jun 2006 - Jul 2007
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Education
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2004 - 2008
Bournemouth University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial and Product Design
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