About
I am a creative graphic designer passionate about transforming education and exploring diverse design opportunities through playful innovation. As a freelance designer and an associate at Unthinkable, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking to every project.
I've collaborated with clients such as Nord Anglia, QAHE, Arts Fund, Nominet, National Portrait Gallery and RPBW. My approach focuses on using playful design to make learning experiences more accessible and enjoyable. By viewing design through the lens of play, I uncover new possibilities that inspire creativity and innovation.
I am dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals by offering fresh ideas and tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. I specialise in a variety of design services, from characters and animation to learning platform design and web design!
I invite you to explore my work and see how play can enhance your creativity and well-being. Let's discover something new together!
Experience
Freelance graphic designer, 2020 - Present
Associate at Unthinkable, 2021 - Present
Mid-Weight Graphic Designer at UCL Students' Union, 2024 - Present
Clients I've worked with: Arts Fund, British Library, Mima, Nominet, Nord Anglia Education, QA Higher Education, Renzo Piano Building Workshop, The National Portrait Gallery, and Unthinkable
Achievements
Royal Society Of British Artists for the National Students’ Art Exhibition,
Highly Commended, 2015
Royal Female School of Art Foundation, Queen's Scholarship,
Highly Commended, 2019
Omorovicza Scholarship
Finalist, 2020
Education
Foundation in Graphic Design - Central Saint Martins, 2016 - 2017
BA Graphic Communication Design - Central Saint Martins, 2017 -2020
Intermediate After Effects course - UAL, 2025
Want to work together ?
Say hello! Email me at ellazekidesigns@hotmail.com or follow the Contact form on my website.
I'm currently working on a 6 month contracted position, but am more than happy to take requests and work bookings for 2025-26. These could be commissions, short-term or long term if you think I'd be right for the project I'd love to learn more.
Please don't hesitate to get in touch.