We've been joined today by one of our incredible Product Designers Kath, who tells us all about how she began her creative journey and what she does to support the Sizzix product range. What do you do? I’m a product and 3D Designer and my day to day tasks mainly consist of designing and modelling our 3D Embossing folders - taking them all the way from concept to manufacture and release to customers. What do you enjoy most about your role? My favourite part of my job … [Read more...]
Get to know Creative Designer Debbie Farinella
Intro What do you do? I am on the creative design team. Depending on the time of year, I could be creating kits (often over 200 kits, each kit sometimes containing 50 die cuts or more, (all pre cut). When not kitting, my tasks have and do include demonstrating and teaching at trade and consumer shows as well as individual retail stores, in person or virtual classes, virtual classes for large chain craft store (Michael’s), create embellished images for packaging, quality control … [Read more...]
Get to know Product Design Manager Lisa Jones
We were lucky to catch a few minutes with Lisa, our Product Design Manager to find out more about her role at Ellison and how she got into design. You may have seen Lisa's extensive collection of dies, appearances on TV and inspirational videos for the Sizzix social channels. What do you do?I’m a Product Design Manager and my day-to-day tasks include designing our products (Thinlits dies, Bigz dies, stamps, layering stamps, stencils, 2D and Multi-Level embossing), working on my own designs - … [Read more...]
Get to know Product Designer Jennifer Ogborn
Today we will be introducing you to one of our brilliant product designers Jenn Ogborn! You may recognize her from her cute and contemporary die designs inspired by nature and modern themes. Name: Jennifer OgbornJob title: Product Designer What do you do?My main role is to design new dies, stamps, stencils and 2D embossing folders for our chapter releases, of which there are four a year. I also design Customer Exclusive dies, dies for our Craft Boxes, create blog content for the Sizzix … [Read more...]
Meet the Team – Pete Hughes – Creative Designer
1. When did you join the Ellison team? I actually worked for the distributor of Ellison products prior to the launch of Sizzix , so I have been working with die-cutting for over 20 years. 2. What does your role entail? Wow! Where do I start… My role as a designer is to create inspirational makes using all our dies and folders. I create makes for magazine projects, blogs and vlogs, live and pre-recorded videos, trade shows and television. I also attend trade and retail shows … [Read more...]
Meet The Team – Anna Whyte – Interactive Media Designer
When did you join the Ellison team? I joined the Ellison team in August 2018. What is your role and what does it entail? My job role is an Interactive Media Designer. I undertake the photography and video aspects for all Ellison brands. Do you have any top tips for photographing products? Lighting is key, use it to your advantage. You can change the look and feel of an image by manipulating the light. With the combination of lighting techniques and camera settings you can achieve … [Read more...]
Meet the Team – Karen McCauley – Sales & Marketing Team Leader
When did you join the Ellison team? I joined the Ellison team in September 2016. What is your role and what does it entail? My role is a Sales and Marketing Team Leader. My team is responsible for distribution, key accounts, Sizzix.com, independent retailers and education sales for both B2B & B2C. What are the highlights of your role? I get to work with my team developing different support programs to help grow both Ellison and other businesses. It’s exciting to … [Read more...]
Meet the Team – April Edgar – Supply Chain Team Leader
The latest interview features April Edgar, a Supply Chain Team Leader who is based in our US office in California. At Ellison we distribute products all over the world, the Supply Chain team ensure our products are distributed efficiently and they also manage stock through their life cycle. This interview gives an insight into what April's role entails and her daily work life. When did you join the Ellison team? I joined the Ellison Team in March of 2005. It has been a wonderful journey … [Read more...]
Meet the Team – Simon Hanlon – Web & Print Designer
The latest interview features Simon Hanlon, a graphic designer who specialises in B2B and Ellison Education web & print design here at Ellison. The interview gives an insight into what his role entails and his daily work life. … [Read more...]
Meet the Team – Emma Hunter – Marketing Administrator specialising in Influencer Marketing
The latest interview features Emma Hunter, a Marketing Administrator who specialises in influencer marketing here at Ellison. The interview gives an insight into what her role entails and her daily work life. … [Read more...]
