A business-minded creative professional with a proven track record of success in building and growing exceptional brands. With a unique blend of multidisciplinary design skills and a passion for business, I can tackle creative turnarounds and drive sustainable success. I am eager to leverage my expertise in leading and elevating future creative endeavours.

Experience

Aman
(January 2023 - Present), Creative Consultant

Since January 2023, I've been working with Aman as a Creative Consultant. In this role, I assist with various projects, such as digital marketing campaigns and in-house print materials. My responsibilities include creating engaging creative content and optimising production processes. I use my expertise to ensure that all creative work aligns with Aman's brand and operational objectives, aiming for both visual excellence and operational efficiency.

SUITCASE Magazine
(2012 - 2023), Creative Director

I led SUITCASE Magazine’s creative direction for over a decade, driving design and vision across 40 exceptional, award-winning print editions. My responsibilities included print budget and team management and working closely with the Art Director and Editor-in-Chief to achieve an impeccable balance of aesthetics. I orchestrated the UX/UI design and migration of our editorial website onto a custom-built CMS, effectively liaising with web development agencies and administering budgets. All this led to accolades, including the German Design and Digital Magazine Awards. I adeptly managed diverse teams, freelancers, and agencies while driving creative strategy for social media, contributing to
an impressive social audience exceeding 250K.

SUITCASE Creative Studios
(2016 - 2023), Creative Director

I played a vital role in the evolution of SUITCASE Creative Studios, nurturing its growth from inception to a recognised agency catering to esteemed clients such as Belmond, citizenM, Amex, Volvo, Mr & Mrs Smith, and Rolex. I witnessed the successful delivery of multifaceted campaigns encompassing video, imagery, interactive web assets, print collateral, and immersive 360 experiences.

Disciplines

Creative Strategy
Concept & Ideation
Strategic Thinking
Design & Art Direction
User Interaction & Experience
Branding
Visual Identity

Recognition

German Design Awards - Editorial Design
SUITCASE Magazine
2019

British Media Awards - Print Publication of the Year (Silver)
SUITCASE Magazine
2019

Flight Centre Travel Publication of The Year - Best Travel Publications Award
SUITCASE Magazine
2017

Digital Magazine Awards - Magazine of the Year - Winner
SUITCASE Magazine
2016

Featured in

Print is Dead. Long Live Print. - The World’s Best Independent Magazines by Prestel Publishing
SUITCASE Magazine
2015

Details

Sebastian Bland
London / Shropshire

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