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Freelance Graphic Design Services in Blandford, Dorset
Based in Blandford, Dorset, I am a freelance graphic designer with extensive experience delivering tailored design solutions for diverse clients. My expertise spans branding, packaging design, art direction, and marketing literature, combining creativity with commercial awareness to produce impactful visual communications. With a career spanning collaborations with agencies and in-house teams, I bring a deep understanding of brand values and project management to every brief. My work has consistently exceeded expectations for clients like The Body Shop and Neal's Yard Remedies, where I demonstrated leadership in photo and video shoots while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. I prioritise clear communication and timely delivery, ensuring projects are completed efficiently without compromising quality. My portfolio showcases versatility across print and digital media, reflecting my commitment to helping businesses communicate their message with clarity and style. Whether supporting startups in establishing their brand identity or providing ongoing design solutions for established companies, I focus on creating visually compelling content that aligns with strategic objectives. Client testimonials highlight my professionalism, creative problem-solving abilities, and collaborative approach, which have been instrumental in delivering award-winning campaigns and complex design projects.
Services
Branding
Brochure Design
Packaging Design
Art Direction
Digital Design
Served areas
- Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire
Highlights and features
- We combine 15+ years of experience with creative innovation in every project
- Our portfolio demonstrates proven success with major brands like The Body Shop
- We maintain meticulous attention to detail while meeting tight deadlines
- Our commercial understanding ensures designs align with business objectives
- We offer tailored solutions for both startups and established businesses
What people say
Exceptional eye for detail
Creative solutions
Delivered on time
Professional approach
Strong brand understanding
Services
Branding
Creating cohesive brand identities that communicate core values through logos, typography, and visual elements. Our branding solutions help businesses establish strong market presence and customer recognition. We develop comprehensive brand guidelines ensuring consistency across all marketing materials.
Packaging Design
Designing functional and visually appealing packaging solutions that protect products while enhancing shelf appeal. Our designs balance aesthetics with practical considerations for various industries. We create packaging that tells your brand story and stands out in competitive markets.
Art Direction
Providing strategic creative leadership for photo shoots and visual campaigns. Our art direction ensures cohesive visual storytelling that aligns with brand messaging. We coordinate all creative elements to deliver impactful communications across print and digital platforms.
Brochure Design
Crafting informative and visually engaging brochures that effectively communicate business offerings. Our designs combine compelling layouts with clear messaging to support marketing objectives. We create brochures that serve as effective sales tools while maintaining brand consistency.
Digital Design
Developing responsive digital assets optimized for online platforms. Our digital designs maintain visual integrity across devices while supporting user engagement. We create web graphics that enhance digital marketing campaigns and improve online brand presence.
People
Cathryn Kobayashi Design
Freelance Graphic Designer
With over 15 years' experience, Cathryn Kobayashi Design combines creative excellence with commercial awareness. She has delivered award-winning campaigns for major brands while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Her expertise spans branding, packaging, and digital design.
Questions
What graphic design services do you offer?
I provide branding, packaging design, brochure design, art direction, and digital design services tailored to client needs.
Do you work with both startups and established businesses?
Yes, I support startups developing their brand identity and established businesses requiring ongoing design solutions.
How do you ensure brand consistency across materials?
I create comprehensive brand guidelines and maintain consistent visual elements across all design deliverables.
What experience do you have with major brands?
I've worked with The Body Shop and Neal's Yard Remedies, delivering creative solutions that align with their brand values.
How do you handle tight deadlines?
My organised approach ensures timely delivery while maintaining quality, even under challenging time constraints.
Can you manage complete design projects from concept to delivery?
Yes, I provide end-to-end design management including concept development, production coordination, and final delivery.
Reviews (8)
Jayne Jones
May 28, 2021
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'Great communicator. Cathryn produced a wonderful logo and leaflets for my start-up - Cathryn designed eye catching leaflets exactly to my specifications. Reliable and efficient, looking forward to working with Cathryn again.'
John Parker
May 21, 2021
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'I have worked with Cathryn for over 15 years both as a client and as a co-supplier. She effortlessly combines creativity with a very high standard of professionalism and calm customer care which is an increasingly rare mix! She works to brief but has the ability to offer intuitive input to ensure that the best possible design and communications solutions are achieved. An absolute pleasure to work with.'
Image Casting
Feb 01, 2021
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I needed an A4 online and printed advert made up for a tight dead-line. Cathryn produced 3 excellent designs for me to choose from and then worked on my chosen design until I was happy. Would definitely recommend and will use again!
Jayne J.
Oct 10, 2019
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Great communicator. Cathryn produced a wonderful logo and leaflets for my startup - look forward to working with Cathryn again.
Amanda S.
Sep 20, 2019
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I needed an A4 online and printed advert made up for a tight dead-line. Cathryn produced 3 excellent designs for me to choose from and then worked on my chosen design until I was happy. Would definitely recommend and will use again!
John P.
Sep 19, 2019
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I have worked with Cathryn for over 15 years both as a client and as a co-supplier. She effortlessly combines creativity with a very high standard of professionalism and calm customer care which is an increasingly rare mix! She works to brief but has the ability to offer intuitive input to ensure that the best possible design and communications solutions are achieved. An absolute pleasure to work with.
Suzanne Dampney
As well as producing good quality and audience-appropriate design, we have found Cathryn to be very efficient and creative in her work. Communication during a project has always been clear and she is well organised. Cathryn has always delivered work on time, and sometimes even ahead of deadline.
Lee Taylor, Business Development Director Steele Raymond LLP
Ive known Cathryn for over seven years and have never met a more professional, creative designer in my career. Cathryns standard of work is impeccable and knowledge of applying creativity within a business and commercial environment is second to none in my experience.