Richard Canetti

Experience

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  Wharncliffe Business Systems Limited

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  IT Assistant

  Working on an as and when required/available basis to gain practical experience in skills required in the workplace. Assisting with preparation and configuration of PC systems.

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  Allen Design Group

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

  Graphic Design Work Experience

  To gain experience I worked in several areas of this busy Design Studio building an understanding of the working environment of a design team and gaining knowledge in software used in the industry. Mark Farrell of Allen Design Group: "Richard worked extremely well within our design team, settling in quickly and contributing both in the group meetings and individual design briefs."

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  Freelance

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2015

  Agency Freelancer (Graphic Designer)

  As an agency freelancer for multiple Bristol design agencies, I was able to assist with many projects ranging from BMW and Mini promotions at T&S Advertising to the award winning Unite Student re-brand with Dirty Design. Other clients and projects include; national magazine advertisements for RaceScene Cycles, Social Media Graphics for Wharncliffe Business Systems, The Children and Young Peoples Trust (Rotherham) Branding as well as other projects for Stafforce Recruitment, Phillimore Primary School. Show less

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  Control Zone Products Ltd

  Feb 2014 - Jul 2014

  Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant

  I provided direct support for projects undertaken by the Design Manager and the Digital Marketing Manager. Preparing graphics for sales staff and customers, designing product literature and brochures, product catalogues, brand guidelines and supporting exhibitions. As well as photo editing, website content, managing social media channels, and delivering email marketing campaigns. In addition to this I was occasionally asked to take on some of the responsibilities of the Design Manager as and who required. Show less

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  Bristol News & Media

  Feb 2015 - Jul 2015

  Creative Graphic Designer

  Working as a member of the in-house design studio I worked on a range of advertising projects for external clients as well as internal sales teams around the South West as well as newspaper and magazine editorial design, promotions, competitions and marketing projects. In addition I produced event based projects which included branding, print and digital campaigns.

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  Matthew Clark

  Nov 2015 - Feb 2018

  Graphic Designer

  Working with the company sales teams, I produced marketing and promotional materials for the UK on-trade outlets, these projects ranged from wine and drinks menus to point-of-sale materials, advertisements and promotions. I also worked with the off-trade suppliers such as Marie Brizard & Jeremiah Weed producing national promotions and event materials. I was also tasked with internal branding projects which included the Design Studios website and social media management, creating a portfolio and other tools to promote the service to customers at both events and sales meetings. Show less

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  Wharncliffe Business Systems

  Mar 2018 - May 2024

  Following the pandemic, I was offered the opportunity to transition into Account Management, I initially managed 30 customer accounts, assisting them with IT planning, and implementation projects alongside my previous role as the company Marketing & Graphic Designer until Wharncliffe was acquired by Innov8. I worked directly with the Directors and sales staff. Working on a range of projects including corporate presentations, company brochures, brand and website management. I also managed digital and print-based marketing campaigns including informative and promotional e-shots & social media management.

  • Account Manager

    Jul 2021 - May 2024

  • Graphic Designer

    Mar 2018 - Jun 2023
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  Innov8 Technology

  Nov 2022 - now

  Account Manager

  I oversee approximately 60 customer accounts (B2B). Proactively enhancing their business IT and SAAS Software and providing tailored IT solutions and Managed Services.My primary responsibility is to maintain and strengthen business relationships with key decision-makers. But my role also requires the identifying of opportunities, arranging demonstrations and pre-sales appointments, and the writing of proposals, documentation and project plans to ensure seamless implementation and strategic development. Show less