Melbourne based Freelance Web & UI designer

MelloGraphics is the home of Ashley Pickering. A Senior Web & UI Designer with a love for creative tech

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Employment Experience

I have gained valuable experience over the last 16 years and have expanded my skills across a range of disciplines. My versatility is what sets me apart.

Melbourne / JUL 2020 – JUL 2024Design Lead, BJM Digital

Taking care of all things design, I led collaborations with talented designers, strategists and developers to foster an environment that consistently delivered exceptional results for clients. I played a pivotal role in transforming the business by developing, streamlining and implementing new and reusable processes. This optimisation resulted in decreased project costings, raised product value and increased the profitability of the business. My quality of work and rapport with clients contributed to the agency’s growth and reputation for excellence.

Experience gained

Leadership and team management

Process development and implementation

Business transformation strategies

Enhancing project quality and efficiency

Increasing project profitability

Collaborative team environment

Client relationship management

Strategic design implementation

Contribution to agency growth and reputation

Melbourne / AUG 2018 – JUL 2020Senior UX/UI Designer, BJM Digital

I produced comprehensive strategies, created and maintained robust design systems, and ensured seamless delivery of high-quality web projects. I collaborated closely with corporate clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. This position allowed me to merge creativity with technical expertise across multiple disciplines and resulted in user-centric designs that exceeded client expectations and supported business objectives.

Experience gained

Client collaboration and relationship management

Development of tailored design solutions

Customer-centric design principles

Comprehensive strategy development for web projects

Creation and maintenance of design systems

High-quality project delivery

Balancing creativity with technical expertise

Multi-disciplinary design integration

Exceeding client expectations

Supporting business objectives through design

SEO Optimisation

Melbourne / AUG 2016 – JUL 2018Senior Designer, ThreeScoops

I contributed to a wide range of projects, including: brand strategy and design, creative campaigns, digital development, digital marketing, social media, packaging and POS, style guide development, and character and mascot design. I worked with high-profile clients such as Disneyland Paris and JackLinks, delivering creative solutions that met their unique needs and helped enhance their brand presence. I collaborated with a talented team to bring innovative ideas to life and ensured that each project was efficiently executed.

Experience gained

Brand strategy and design

Creative campaign development

Digital development and marketing

Social media strategy and execution

Packaging and point of sale (POS) design

Style guide creation and implementation

Character and mascot design

Working with high-profile clients

Enhancing brand presence

Team collaboration and innovation

Delivering high-standard creative solutions

UK / AUG 2013 – AUG 2016Creative Designer, Karian & Box

Karian & Box is a world leader in employee engagement. I introduced new creative products to enhance product offerings, including; interactive PDFs, illustrations, animations, and digital applications for reports and campaigns. I delivered projects for blue-chip clients on large-budget initiatives, ensuring high-quality outcomes that met their goals. My creative processes and methodologies have continued to be adopted by their current creative team.

Experience gained

Introduction of new creative products

Development of interactive PDFs, illustrations, and animations

Creation of digital applications for reports and campaigns

Delivering projects for blue-chip clients

Managing large-budget initiatives

Ensuring high-quality project outcomes

Adoption and influence of creative processes

Rapid team growth and collaboration

Enhancing employee engagement and performance strategies

Canada / MAR 2011 – MAY 2013Design & Print Manager, The UPS Store

While living in Canada, I worked as a Design & Print Manager at The UPS Store. In this role, I managed various design and print jobs, gaining valuable experience with clients and all aspects of the print process. This position provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the print industry and further developed my ability to deliver exceptional design solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Experience gained

Managing design and print jobs

Client communication and relationship management

Project management

Ensuring high-quality print outcomes

Comprehensive understanding of the print industry

Delivering design solutions in a fast-paced environment

Client needs assessment and satisfaction

Print process knowledge and expertise

Global / OCT 2010 – PresentCreative Designer, MelloGraphics

I began working as a freelance creative designer under my brand MelloGraphics when I left the UK to travel. I leveraged my strong technical skills and utilised a diverse set of applications and capabilities to deliver exceptional results to businesses around the world. These experiences have enabled me to work on a variety of projects, adapting to different industries and client needs whilst maintaining a high standard of creativity and professionalism. Now, I continue to operate as MelloGraphics, helping clients bring their brands to life through innovative and effective design.

Experience gained

Freelance creative services

Global client collaboration

Strong technical skills

Diverse application and capability utilization

Innovative and effective design solutions

Adapting to different industries and client needs

High standard of creativity and professionalism

Brand development and enhancement

Project versatility and flexibility

UK / SEP 2007 – OCT 2010In-house Designer, Power Health Product Ltd

Power Health Products is a health food supplement manufacturer. I designed product labels, managed print runs of both labels and packaging, and took professional product shots that were used on marketing materials for both print and online platforms. I managed a complete rebrand of Power Health Products and played a key role in creating their first e-commerce website. I streamlined workflows and enhanced efficiency within the business.

Experience gained

Product label design and guideline adherence

Print run management for labels and packaging

Professional product photography

Creation of marketing materials for print and online

Workflow process development and optimization

Managing a complete rebrand

E-commerce website creation

Understanding of branding and e-commerce

Attention to detail in product presentation

Foundation for a design career

I partner with creative agencies and collaborate with businesses & organisations, offering my expertise as a freelancer to deliver creative outcomes that drive success.