Belinda Best ?
My designs are orientated towards connecting people and bringing them together. Due to the interactive nature of the objects I produce, the user becomes immersed in their experience.
I strive to offer the element of fun as the primary role within my products. In order to deliver emotions of joy Read More...
My designs are orientated towards connecting people and bringing them together. Due to the interactive nature of the objects I produce, the user becomes immersed in their experience.
I strive to offer the element of fun as the primary role within my products. In order to deliver emotions of joy through my work, I have adopted a very expressive style combined with beneficial functions.
I have strong design ideas, technical problem solving skills and my products are all completed to very high standards. My environment, the people I meet and my imagination is what inspires me.
I have always enjoyed working in varied situations and confronting new challenges. I love to be socially connected and enjoy discussing and working within a team. I am excited for future adventurous experiences that will build on my diversity of knowledge.
Specialist Design Skills
Extensive experience in working with Wood, Metal, Plastics and Ceramics
Technical drawing, Life drawing and Painting
Business in relation to creative industries
Photography - I am very knowledgeable in Digital Photography, able to create and produce Images at a high quality
IT Skills
I am MAC and PC friendly
I am confident in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
I am proficient in Computer aided design (CAD) programs such as ‘Solid Works’ and ‘Cinema 4D’
Other Skills
Excellent at multitasking and being resourceful
Great organisational skills
Good communication within a team and really enjoy motivating the people around me
Full clean UK Driving License
Education History and Qualifications
BA Three Dimensional Design University of Brighton 2007 - 2010
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Wimbledon School of Art 2006 - 2007
A Levels Art (A) Photography (B) Godalming College 2004 - 2006
GCSE’s (2 A’s, 2 B’s, 6 C’s) Guildford County School 1999 - 2004
Including English (A, B) & Maths (CC)
Achievements
Organisation and set up of University of Brighton Degree show 2010 and New Designers Exhibition 2010
Online exhibition of 2 Willow Road in association with the V&A and RIBA
Grade 5 Flute
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
Employment History
June - July 2009 Students Associates Scheme for Design and Technology
Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form, Ringmer, East Sussex
Duties included:
- Professional Values
- Knowledge and Understanding
- Teaching and Class Management
- Planning, Expectation and Targets
- Monitoring and Assessment
September 2008 - December 2009 Worlds End Pub, Brighton (Bar Maid)
November 2007 - March 2008 Thorntons, Brighton (Sales Temp)
August 2006 - September 2007 Colbornes, Guildford (Receptionist)
June 2006 - February 2007 Guildford Cathedral Refectory, Guildford (Waitress)
April 2005 - June 2006 Hargreaves, Guildford (Shop Assistant)
2004 Props Studios Work Experience
Chilworth, Surrey
Duties included:
- Product Making
- Problem identification and problem solving
- Knowledge and Understanding
- Planning, Expectations and Targets
- Discussions and Teamwork
Interests
Art has always been my passion, particularly Design, Illustration and Photography. I am also very intrigued by human behaviour and enjoy learning from others. I have a strong interest in different cultures and geographies.
I am an active person and love the outdoors; I especially enjoy playing tennis and cycling. Furthermore I have a strong ambition to complete some charity volunteer work, specifically for the wildlife charity WSPA.
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