Roisin O'Flaherty

Roisin O'Flaherty

Freelance Designer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Product Designer | MSc Cyberpsychology | BA Visual Culture | BDes Visual Communication

  • Education

    • Loreto High School Beaufort

      2005 - 2011

      Activities and Societies: The President of Ireland Award / Gaisce - Bronze (2010) and Silver (2011), Deputy President of the Green Committee, Co-Founder of the Irish Society, Member of Saint Vincent de Paul Conference Maths (H), English (H), Irish (H), French (H), Business (H), Music (H), Art (H), History (H).

    • Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology

      2017 - 2019
      MSc Cyberpsychology 1.1

      Cyberpsychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour in the context of human-technology interaction. It examines the online world and its impact on human behaviour. Cyberpsychology is an essential area of expertise for anyone who wishes to make the most of online technologies for commercial, educational, organisational or other reasons. Cyberpsychology also considers the impact of new technologies on users, from the latest mobile devices and gaming systems to high-end virtual reality… Show more Cyberpsychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour in the context of human-technology interaction. It examines the online world and its impact on human behaviour. Cyberpsychology is an essential area of expertise for anyone who wishes to make the most of online technologies for commercial, educational, organisational or other reasons. Cyberpsychology also considers the impact of new technologies on users, from the latest mobile devices and gaming systems to high-end virtual reality equipment.ThesisConnected by Technology, Empathetically disconnected: A correlational study into Phubbing Behaviour in Ireland Show less

    • National College of Art & Design

      2011 - 2015
      BDes/BA Visual Communication and Visual Culture 1.1

      Activities and Societies: Irish Society (Graphic designer for society), Photography Society, NCAD Singer Songwriter, Cycling society. Thesis: Overconsumption, Underconsumption and Mal-consumption: Designing for a Sustainable Food IndustryDegree project: Sécosa: Promoting entomophagy (the consumption of insects) to Western consumers as an alternative source of protein to meat

  • Experience

    • Roisin O'Flaherty

      Jun 2011 - Sept 2017
      Freelance Designer

      ■ Developing and designing a variety of printed and digital work for clients from research to final product. ■ Work includes branding development and redesign, information design and infographics, editorial formatting and layout, poster, type design, web design etc.

    • Gough Portfolio and Art Masterclasses

      Sept 2011 - Sept 2017
      Teaching Assistant

      ■ Teaching young people various techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. ■ Assisting students in applying to Irish and European architechture, art and design University and college courses. ■ Communicating with the students in the work-process, decision making, layout and presentation of their individual portfolios.

    • Amsterdam BrewHouse

      May 2013 - Dec 2013
      Head Garde-Manger Chef

      ■ Preparing ingredients before restaurant opening each day. ■ Opening salad station and ensuring stocks were sufficient until close. ■ Calculating stock lists and filling order forms. ■ Preparing salad dishes, desserts, pizzas and sides within the 1200 seat restaurant setting. ■ Communicating with Executive Chef and Sous Chefs daily to ensure restaurant targets were being met. ■ Preparing dishes for catering events held in restaurant. ■ Preparing dishes for photo shoots for the restaurant's personal social media and for blogs and food critics. Show less

    • Solly's Bagelry

      May 2014 - Nov 2014
      Baker

      ■ Opening the bakery each morning. ■ Baking fresh bread, pastries and a variety of other Jewish baked goods daily. ■ Preparing bagels, sandwiches and soup for customers. ■ Serving customers and carrying out transactions using a POS system. ■ Cashing in and cashing out daily. ■ Cleaning shop thoroughly before close.

    • Irish National Teachers' Organisation

      Jun 2015 - Oct 2016
      Editorial Designer & Marketing Assistant

      ■ Type-setting and formatting the INTO’s monthly magazine, InTouch. ■ Proofreading and editing articles and photographs submitted for inclusion in the magazine. ■ Ensuring invoices and payments are recorded within the Communication section’s databases. ■ Compiling reports, booklets and other print and digital documents as conferences and other events occur for the Organisation, following the Organisation’s brand guidelines. ■ Assembling the weekly E-newsletter and daily Media digest sent to members. ■ Dealing with member queries in relation to InTouch magazine and other INTO publications. ■ Communicating with advertising and marketing clients. Show less

    • Popertee Ltd

      Oct 2016 - Sept 2017
      UI, UX and Visual Designer

      ■ Design web and mobile version of the Popertee website. ■ Develop the front-end of the AI Platform using HTML and CSS.■ Create low-fidelity and high-fidelity wireframes and prototypes using Photoshop and Illustrator. ■ Collaborate with the sales team, the marketing team, developers, and data scientists to determine and implement solutions for product evolution. ■ Work closely with members of the Sales and Marketing team to create visual content and copy for Popertee’s social media channels. ■ Create the new branding and visual identity for the business including: brand guidelines, typography, colour, marketing and advertising materials. ■ Design flyers, banners, booklets, posters and other printed material following Popertee’s brand guidelines. ■ Prepare files for print and liaise with printers during printing process. ■ Proofread and edit blog posts. ■ Design emails and newsletters sent to investors and clients. Show less

    • Nettl

      Mar 2017 - Nov 2018
      Lead Web and Graphic Designer

      ■ Website Design ■ Web Development■ Ecommerce Websites ■ Online Booking■ Mobile Apps ■ Graphic Design■ Printing & Exhibitions ■ Animation

    • Printing.com

      Mar 2017 - Nov 2018
      Designer
    • Flyerzone

      Mar 2017 - Nov 2018
      Graphic Designer
    • NewsWhip

      Nov 2018 - now
      • Product Designer

        Mar 2023 - now
      • UI Designer

        Nov 2018 - Aug 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Full Driving License

      Road Safety Authority
      Jan 2016
    • User Research

      Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF)
      Jan 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Oral Communications: Intermediate level

      Royal Irish Academy of Music - RIAM
      Apr 2010
    • Music Theory

      Royal Irish Academy of Music - RIAM
      Jan 2011
    • User Experience: The Beginner’s Guide

      The Interaction Design Foundation
      Jun 2023
    • Speech and Drama: Grade 8

      Royal Irish Academy of Music - RIAM
      Jan 2010
    • European Computer Driving License

      ICDL Certification
      Jan 2009
    • Silver and Bronze awards

      Gaisce - The President's Award
      Jan 2011
    • Diploma in Photography

      Upskillist
      Jan 2017
    • Music Recital: Euphonium

      Royal Irish Academy of Music - RIAM
      Jan 2010
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Roisin O'Flaherty
      Commended in Undergraduate Thesis National College of Art and Design, Dublin. Nov 2015
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Band Officer and Communication's Officer

      Issued by Rathfarnham Concert Band Society on Aug 2015
      Rathfarnham Concert Band SocietyAssociated with Roisin O'Flaherty
    • Graphic Designer

      Issued by Rathfarnham Concert Band Society on Sept 2016
      Rathfarnham Concert Band SocietyAssociated with Roisin O'Flaherty