About Derek
I am a Chartered Graphic Designer and Visual Scribe.
I can visually communicate complex ideas and processes in a valuable way, especially in today’s information-dense world.
Whether it’s creating a brand identity, designing packaging, crafting infographics, or producing animations, my work plays a crucial role in helping businesses effectively convey their message and value proposition to both external customers or internal staff.
Visual Scribing or Graphic Recording is a unique and engaging way to capture and present the key points of discussions during workshops and conferences as a rich picture. It not only aids in understanding and information retention but also makes the content more accessible and enjoyable for the audience.
I have worked with small business and charities as well as large corporates such as Aberdeen, BP, Chanel, Deloitte, EY, HP, IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, NHS and Roche.
English
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
Edinburgh (up to 50km), London (up to 50km)
Experience
- The Generation Trust
On Malt
Brand DesignerMEDICALApril 2025 - June 2025 (2 months)London, United KingdomI created the new logo and accompanying brand guidelines with expanded colour palette and typeface guidance. - Chanel LimitedDesignerCONSULTING AND AUDITSMarch 2024 - March 2024 (1 month)London, United KingdomI was commissioned to create an interactive infographic to be used on the internal Chanel employee portal explaining the new procurement process.
- CanalPath Creative LtdChartered Graphic Designer & Visual ScribeCONSULTING AND AUDITSApril 2018 - Today (8 years and 1 month)United KingdomHelping clients gain clear outputs and outcomes using infographics, branding, print, packaging, animation, UI/UX design and animation.I also provide graphic recording/visual scribing at workshops, conferences and events to give clients a rich picture to illustrate the event and focus action points. A rich picture created during a live event whether it be a conference, workshop, webinar or meeting can bring the event to life. The participants can feel more engaged as they visualise the content discussed, it is proven to improve problem solving and helps everyone remember the content more clearly and for longer.I have worked with a large number of clients both in the UK and internationally producing both internal and customer facing work.I am Cyber Essentials Certified to give you an assurance about security as well as being a member of the Chartered Society of Designers, the International Society of Typographic Designers and am an Adobe Community Expert.
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Education
- Bachelor of ArtsDuncan of Jordanstone College of Art1989BA (Hons), Graphic Design
- Bachelor of ArtsUniversity Of Dundee1989BA (Hons), Design
Certifications
- Chartered Graphic DesignerChartered Society of Designers2020
- Member of the International Society of Typographic DesignersInternational Society of Typographic Designers1989