Connor Bland
About Connor Bland
Connor Bland is a Sales Assistant at The North Face in York, England, with a background in design and freelance work. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Design for Industry from Northumbria University and has experience in various design roles, including internships and freelance projects.
Work at The North Face
Connor Bland has been employed as a Sales Assistant at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2020. He has worked in this role for four years in York, England. His responsibilities include assisting customers, managing inventory, and promoting the brand's outdoor products.
Education and Expertise
Connor completed his Bachelor of Arts in Design for Industry at Northumbria University from 2016 to 2020. His education provided him with a solid foundation in design principles and practices. He also studied at Fulford School prior to attending university.
Freelance Design Portfolio
Connor has built a freelance portfolio by creating menus, logos, and advertisements for local businesses in York. His freelance work has allowed him to develop confidence in liaising with clients and producing collaborative creative solutions.
Internship Experience
Connor gained practical experience through internships at PARAGON CREATIVE LIMITED and Ipl Plastics Inc. At PARAGON CREATIVE, he worked for four months in 2019, contributing to logo and render development for attractions in a children's play area in Saudi Arabia. His internship at Ipl Plastics in 2018 lasted three months, where he faced challenges such as learning new software and overcoming language barriers.
Skills Development
Through his various roles, Connor has developed skills in multiple design departments, including Graphics, Fit Out, and Interactive at Paragon Creative. He has experience working closely with injection moulding staff and liaising with a diverse client base at Ipl Plastics.