Hello again!
I'm Peter Ambridge, a digital designer based in Birmingham. I'm back, freelancing again part-time, after a long stint in full-time employment.
I have many years of design experience under my belt. I've worked in small design businesses, in-house design roles and as a self employed designer/freelancer. And, most recently I've worked as a designer/manager within a software firm, overseeing the design of websites. Find out more
My Work...
Recent Digital Portfolio: In the last ten years, as a design employee, I've been involved in numerous digital design projects. To see this more recent work, do get in touch and I can send you samples.
The samples below relate to work from over a decade ago, as a self employed designer / freelancer.
Malcolm Payne Group Architects
This Birmingham-based architectural practice commissioned me to create a website that showcased their portfolio of projects and clearly presented their business offer.
First Utility & First Telecom website assets
I assited the marketing department at First Utility to refresh their two business websites, designing image assets.
Advantage West Midlands
Providing a new corporate branding approach. This included signature photography. Applications included, their annual report brochure, exhibition materials and a press advertising campaign.
Lord Stafford Awards
Each year I provided a fresh visual approach for their annual events. This was applied across a suite of event materials including dinner programmes, invitations, certificates and email templates.
Haven Community Project
Developing branding for this Birmingham-based charity. Applications included business stationery.
Sirane
This Telford-based food packaging company's brief required the design of exhibition graphics, incorporating new photography.
Systemcare
Systemcare approached me to design a suite of product brochures. Alongside the brochure design projects, I helped to shape their visual branding approach across other communications. I was also involved in designing product labels for Systemcare.
More about me
- A versatile designer: I started my career in design for print. With the world going digital, so has my work. A decade ago I transitioned over to web design, designing user interfaces and creating content managed websites.
- Proficient project manager: A common thread throughout my career. I've managed design projects on time and budget, setting clear expectations and milestones and overseeing the work of specialists. I'm also pragmatic and personable.
- Working with marketing professionals and business management: I have a CIM diploma in marketing, so I can see the bigger picture.
- Good technical knowledge: Over the last decade I've spent a lot of time implementing client website designs, setting up stylesheets, and organising content (using CSS and HTML). I also have a good understanding of content management systems.
- Creative thinker: I continue to find satisfaction in designing targeted communication solutions that demonstrate creative flair and typographical refinement.
- Value driven: Providing both value for money and also valuing people. Though I don't shout about my values, they inform my work ethic and this contributes towards a great experience for my clients.
Testimonials
Here are testimonials from my previous stint of self employment, a decade ago.
Lord Stafford Awards
"The Lord Stafford Awards searched long and hard to find a bespoke, innovative designer who was willing, and able, to fulfil challenging and often uncompromising design briefs. Peter Ambridge has always delivered the goods - he has helped raise the profile of the Lord Stafford Awards by delivering a high quality, lasting mark which will keep the prestigious brand ahead of the game. I confidently recommend him to our own clients, sponsors and Awards winners."
First Utility
"Peter Ambridge has done some sterling work for first:utility. He has helped evolve the brand to make it more vibrant and impactful and carried this through into professional offline and online marketing materials, including a dynamic new intranet design, evocative Christmas e-card and website graphics. He always listens and responds positively to feedback and has a collaborative approach to achieving the best solution. If you are looking for a designer that combines professional and personable service with impressive creative results, then I recommend him"
Weather Systems International
"Peter Ambridge has a firm commitment to quality with a professional and personable service. We were very impressed with the work of Peter Ambridge in creating an updated corporate identity, new promotional literature and exhibition stands."
Contact
If you are interested in the services offered and want to discuss any potential projects, do get in touch: