Halon Entertainment – Key Art Compositor​

•  As a Key Art Compositor at Halon, I specialise in creating high-end marketing renders for global titles, including the Epic Games title, Fortnite. I work across the full pipeline from Unreal Engine through to advanced Photoshop compositing to deliver high quality marketing assets.

• This role involves a high degree of technical independence, including responsibility for quality control and direct shipping to the client, while maintaining aesthetic continuity across AAA deliverables.

• Key Achievements: I successfully manage tight production deadlines for high-visibility marketing campaigns, consistently delivering industry-standard renders that meet rigorous client specifications through a combination of Unreal Engine FX and expert Photoshop compositing.

MLC Studios Ltd. - Freelance Consulting Artist & Art Lead​

•  As a freelance artist within MLC Studios' network, I specialise in art leadership, concept art, and 2D game art.

• This role offers dynamic collaboration opportunities with a diverse range of talented artists and exposure to a wide variety of projects.

• My engagement significantly expands my professional network and fosters valuable connections within the industry.

• Key Achievements: I've successfully cultivated extensive networking opportunities and forged strong professional relationships with other artists, enhancing project outcomes and team synergy.

SuperPROTEIN Studios Inc. - Lead Concept Artist & Project Manager​

• I was contracted as a Lead Concept Artist for an indie visual novel, I spearheaded project planning, budgeting, and creative direction, overseeing other concept artists and managing multidisciplinary freelance teams.

• This comprehensive role ensured cohesive artistic vision and efficient project execution, leveraging Photoshop, ClickUp, and Miro for seamless collaboration between concept and 3D teams and streamlining external contractor coordination.

• I consistently delivered high-quality concept art, developed designs, and essential trim sheets that accelerate development, demonstrating a proven ability to bring structure to disorganised projects and foster team prosperity.

• Key Achievements: My leadership was instrumental in rapidly progressing the game's world development by providing precise final designs and acting as Creative Director, all while gaining valuable practical experience with Unreal Engine.

Little Thistle Studios Ltd. - Founder and Director​

• Established a freelance business offering diverse services including Art/Project Management, Freelance/Outsource Coordination, Concept/Game Art, and Illustration/Marketing Art.

• This structure allows for greater flexibility and variety in project engagement, something not typically available in traditional employment. It also gave the ability to build an extensive network of talented artists available for collaboration.

• My business provides the agility to take on a broad spectrum of roles and leverage a rich network, consistently delivering high-quality artistic and project management solutions.

• Key Achievements: Proven ability to transform disorganised projects into streamlined successes, provide clear creative direction and feedback, and deliver essential final designs that significantly accelerate project development.

Reality Plus Ltd. – Senior Artist & Art Style Lead​

• As a Senior Artist, I collaborated with my Lead Artist and the BBC to establish and define the final art style for game assets and card illustrations, predominantly through digital paintings in Photoshop. My versatile toolkit extended to UI designs in Adobe XD, basic Maya modelling, Spine animations, and asset implementation in Unity, utilising Jira and Trello for project management.

• This comprehensive approach ensured a cohesive artistic vision and efficient workflow, allowing direct influence over key visual elements and seamless integration across development stages.

• I successfully defined the aesthetic of a major IP, taking full responsibility for the impactful Key Artwork for Doctor Who - Worlds Apart, critically shaping the game's public face.

• Key Achievements: Beyond artistic execution, I demonstrated strong leadership by creating art style guides, conducting art reviews, and mentoring junior-to-mid level artists. Furthermore, I proactively supported team well-being by collaborating with HR to offer Employee Connect sessions, leveraging my mental health qualifications to foster a positive and productive environment.

The Football Pools – Versatile 2D Artist & Digital Content Creator ​

• As a 2D Artist for The Football Pools, I specialised in concept art, logo design, UI/website concepts, and marketing illustrations. My role also extended to free-to-play iGaming product development, encompassing UI/game design, 3D modelling/UV unwraps, and asset creation.

• This broad scope allowed me to seamlessly contribute across the entire digital content lifecycle, from initial ideation to final execution. I consistently leveraged Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, XD), Figma, Jira, and Azure for design and project management.

• I successfully partnered with marketing and social media teams, leading campaigns from inception to completion, which included creating dynamic content (animations, videos, banners) and monitoring engagement to optimise future strategy.

• Key Achievements: I was instrumental in developing a unique visual style for brand exploration and content, demonstrating exceptional adaptability across a wide variety of artistic and product development challenges within a fast-paced environment.

Game Doctor Ltd. - Freelance Art Lead: Mobile Games (Health & Education)​

• As a part-time Freelance Art Lead, I guided the complete visual development for two published mobile games/apps in the Health and Education sectors, encompassing concept art, final game art, marketing assets, publication illustration, and UI design.

• This end-to-end involvement ensured cohesive artistic vision from initial research and mood boards, which I then presented in client pitches, demonstrating strong communication and strategic input. My work was primarily created in Photoshop and implemented into Unity.

• My leadership directly contributed to the successful visual appeal and functionality of these educational and health-focused mobile titles, ensuring all art assets aligned with project goals and client expectations.

• Key Achievements: I was instrumental in bringing both projects from concept to publication, effectively managing all art aspects and client interactions to deliver engaging and visually consistent mobile experiences in a specialised domain.​

South Lanarkshire Council - Art Educator & Creative Workshop Facilitator​

• As an independent Art Tutor, I designed and delivered comprehensive art and craft, stop-motion/claymation animation, and photography classes and workshops for both children and adults. My role also included a teaching placement in Art and Design at Lourdes Secondary (Aug-Dec 2017).

• This experience demonstrates a strong ability to plan curriculum, manage classrooms, and adapt teaching methods to diverse age groups, utilising various hardware, including old cameras and computers, to facilitate creative learning.

• I successfully fostered artistic skill development and inspired creativity in students, requiring significant patience, kindness, and adherence to educational standards like SQA guidelines and school conduct.

• Key Achievements: My work in both independent and formal educational settings highlights my dedication to nurturing artistic talent and my proven capability in structured teaching environments, inspiring young people to explore their creative potential.