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Darren Rippengale

Brand identity designer for growing businesses

€417/day
Plymouth, GB
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Darren

With over 25 years of professional design experience, I help businesses transform ideas into compelling visual communications that engage audiences and strengthen brands.

My background covers branding, graphic design, digital media, and print production, giving me the versatility to manage projects from initial concept through to final delivery. Whether you're launching a new brand, refreshing your visual identity, or creating marketing materials, I provide creative solutions tailored to your objectives.

Clients value my reliability, collaborative approach, and commitment to delivering work that not only looks great but achieves real business results.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Solved Creative
    Creative Director
    DIGITAL AND IT
    April 2013 - Today (13 years and 2 months)
    Plymouth, United Kingdom
    Creative Director at Solved | I turn bold ideas into impactful experiences, blending strategy and storytelling to craft work that captivates and delivers real results. Passionate about design, innovation, and pushing creative boundaries to help brands stand out.
    Adobe InDesign Branding Design logo Adobe Creative Suite
  • Protean InBound
    Senior Designer
    June 2006 - March 2013 (6 years and 9 months)
    Reading, UK
    I crafted bold, user-focused designs that brought ideas to life and elevated brand experiences. Collaborating across teams, I turned complex challenges into clear, impactful solutions that drove results and inspired engagement.
    Branding Design logo Adobe Illustrator Graphic Designer Flyer
  • WeAreAbsoluteUK
    Senior Designer
    DIGITAL AND IT
    January 2012 - February 2013 (1 year and 1 month)
    Reading, United Kingdom
    Led design projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and strategic objectives.

    Collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing, product, and development to create cohesive visual solutions.

    Developed high-fidelity mockups, prototypes, and presentations for client and internal review.

    Oversaw visual storytelling across digital and print media, maintaining consistency and impact.

    Conducted design research and user experience testing to inform creative decisions.

    Mentored junior designers, providing feedback and guidance to elevate team output.

    Contributed to brainstorming and ideation sessions, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals.

    Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.
    Print graphic Printed Communications Branding Visual communication

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Education

  • BSc IT and Multimedia, Design
    University of Plymouth
    2000
    BSc IT and Multimedia, Design

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