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Ryan C.

Designer

United Kingdom

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0 – 3 years exp.

"I’m an experienced Graphic Designer with a diverse background in both office and remote environments…"

Designer

Freelance

Complex Problem Solving

Visual Composition

Typography

Amy S.

Designer

United Kingdom

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0 – 3 years exp.

"I am eager to transition into a Junior Event Coordinator role in Derby, bringing diverse experience…"

Designer

Oct '24-Mar '25

Receptionist

Mar '24-Aug '24

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification

Positivity

Quick Learning

Elizabeth G.

Designer

United Kingdom

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5+ years exp.

"A highly motivated London based Graphic Designer with a wealth of experience delivering successful,…"

Designer

Feb '25-Aug '25

Designer

Jan '22-Dec '24

Digital Design

Figma (Design Software)

Marketing Materials

Ishika A.

Designer

United Kingdom

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0 – 3 years exp.

"Emerging Interior Designer, freshly relocated to England, seeking part-time roles. Currently enhanci…"

Designer

Oct '24-Present

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Find and Hire Experienced Designers Near You

871 available designers in the UK ready to work

Design that moves people

Top skills and experience to look for in Designer

Hire staff in popular UK cities

Find employees faster with SmartMatch

Cut two weeks from your time to hire.

Save thousands of dollars in time and fees.

Never post a job ad again.

Pre-vetted candidates

Local availability.

Don’t spend hours checking references.

Trusted by 300k+ businesses worldwide.

$20m+

2 weeks

1 million+

5,000

Why hire Designers with Employment Hero?

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What our customers say.

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First-time guide to hiring employees in the UK

The hidden cost of recruitment: What’s recruitment costing you?

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