Chris B.

Chris B.

Junior Designer Intern

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  • About me

    Graphic Designer / Design Researcher – Looking for work

  • Education

    • Little Heath School, Reading, Berkshire

      2005 - 2012
      High School Creative Arts A

      Mathematics - AScience Double - ABEnglish Lang Lit - BCreative Arts - AICT - AAA*Computer Science - C

    • The University of Edinburgh

      2020 - 2021
      Design for Change MA

      Grade achieved: Distinction. Dissertation: 82/100This programme addresses the complex, real world challenges these communities face through design-led interventions driven by tactical, critical, strategic and creative approaches. It places an expanded notion of design practice at the heart of the enterprise of social, technical and environmental change and nurtures an interdisciplinary approach to these complex circumstances.Modules studied:Design for Social… Show more Grade achieved: Distinction. Dissertation: 82/100This programme addresses the complex, real world challenges these communities face through design-led interventions driven by tactical, critical, strategic and creative approaches. It places an expanded notion of design practice at the heart of the enterprise of social, technical and environmental change and nurtures an interdisciplinary approach to these complex circumstances.Modules studied:Design for Social ChangeDesign for Environmental ChangeDesign for Technical ChangeEnvironmental Design: Materials, Ecologies, Futures (Edinburgh College of Art)Science, Knowledge and Expertise (School of Social and Political Science)Innovation for Sustainable Food Systems (School of Social and Political Science)Dissertation: Mitigating the Nutrient Collapse. Reduced CO2 microclimate generation via Chlorella algae spatial dominance in a resilient permaculture system for nutritionally desirable food crops. Show less

    • Arts University Bournemouth

      2013 - 2016
      Bachelor’s Degree BA(HONS) Visual Communication

      Activities and Societies: BU Climbing Society Visual Communication combines skills in illustration, graphic design, typography, 2D/3D digital design, packaging design, web design, video, installation and motion graphics.The short film below was my Final Major Project at University. See further work from my time at AUB on www.chrisbellis.com

    • Activate Learning

      2012 - 2013
      Foundation degree in Art, Design and Media Design and Applied Arts Merit

      This course is a one year, nationally-recognised bridging qualification between A2 and Higher Education. It is fast-paced but helps you prepare for higher education. It also helps you to explore different subject areas making your HE choice more suited to your creative strengths. The course covers three distinct stages: exploratory, pathway and the final confirmatory stage. Whilst studying you will have access to excellent facilities including: a Digital Media Centre, photography… Show more This course is a one year, nationally-recognised bridging qualification between A2 and Higher Education. It is fast-paced but helps you prepare for higher education. It also helps you to explore different subject areas making your HE choice more suited to your creative strengths. The course covers three distinct stages: exploratory, pathway and the final confirmatory stage. Whilst studying you will have access to excellent facilities including: a Digital Media Centre, photography studios and darkroom, ceramics, metal, wood and screen print workshops. The level at which the Diploma is awarded will depend on your level of engagement with the option units. The grading Pass Merit or Distinction that you achieve is decided by the final major project. Show less

  • Experience

    • TMW

      Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
      Junior Designer Intern

      Contribution to a major client project with Persil and the Roald Dahl Estate, developing a distinctive campaign aesthetic that united the final design narrative.

    • Pycom

      Sept 2016 - Jan 2018
      Visual Content Manager

      Pycom’s mission is to deliver an IoT platform enabling the rapid prototyping and deployment of multi-bearer MicroPython (open source) powered devices. These are supported by a comprehensive and proprietary library of industry specific applications to enable large communities of developers, education facilities and enterprise customers all of whom are looking to deploy enterprise grade IoT solutions.As the Visual Content Manager, I designed the full Pycom rebranding and website design content and development that has seen the company grow considerably. Other work includes various 2D/3D animation, motion graphics and filmed video content, social media collateral, exhibition stands and UI/UX design for desktop and mobile.www.pycom.io Show less

    • University of Reading

      Jan 2018 - May 2019
      Designer

      Graphic designer for print and digital material to support individuals, departments and university wide campaigns for the University of Reading.View work from UoR on www.chrisbellis.com

    • Bellis Labs Ltd

      Aug 2019 - Dec 2020
      Freelance Graphic Designer

      My own company that I used as a platform for freelancing in the graphic design and arts industry. Mostly packaging design.www.bellislabs.com

    • Wejo

      Nov 2021 - Jul 2023
      Visual Designer

      Working on many large, complex projects simultaneously and as part of a team of 3-4 graphic designers, plus a wider marketing team of approximately 12 people. Projects included animation and video content for social media and events, exhibition stands and more. Examples below. Made redundant due to company bankruptcy.

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  • Volunteer Experience

    • Tree Nursery Volunteer

      Issued by Trees for Life on Apr 2024
      Trees for LifeAssociated with Chris B.
    • Farm Worker

      Issued by Pillars Of Hercules on May 2024
      Pillars Of HerculesAssociated with Chris B.