HELLOOO, I'M HUGO
Little Introduction About Me And My Experience
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Projects
FollowerS
LOGOS CREATED
HUGO MANUEL
The Ashcombe School
I attended the Ashcombe School in Dorking, where I pursued GCSE-level studies in both Computer Science and Graphic Design. I successfully passed all the required exams includng Mathematics, Science and English Language.
Work Experience/Freelance
As a teenager, I avidly supported my local team, Dorking Wanderers. I began by volunteering to assist with club shop management on match days. At the age of 15, in 2017, I seized an invaluable work experience opportunity. I assumed the position of Programme Editor for the DWFC Reserves side, and our efforts were rewarded when we won the Combine Counties Programme of the Year award.
Sky Sports Advert
During 2018, one standout moment was my participation as an extra in a Sky Sports advert for the new football season titled 'Take Your Seat'. This memorable experience involved sharing the screen with esteemed Soccer Saturday pundits like Chris Kamara and Jeff Stelling. Securing this opportunity directly through Sky was truly unforgettable.
Dorking Wanderers F.C.
After finishing school, Dorking Wanderers extended a full-time job offer to me as a 'Digital Marketer' apprentice. In this role, my primary responsibilities included editing and designing the First Team match-day programme, alongside assisting with marketing endeavors and creating graphics for social media. On match days, I was an integral part of a proficient and skilled media team, providing live match updates on various social platforms, particularly Instagram, while also contributing to Twitter and Facebook. Our efforts were recognised in the 2019-2020 season when the media team was nominated as finalists for the Football Content Awards in the Best Non-League Club category.
East Surrey College
In addition to my role at Dorking Wanderers, I was enrolled at East Surrey College as part of my 'Digital Marketer' apprenticeship. Unfortunately, the course faced an unexpected setback when my tutor disappeared midway through. Consequently, I made the difficult decision to discontinue the course during the final project stage, despite having completed and passed one out of the three required exams.
PromoteUK
I am currently employed at PromoteUK, a renowned SEO and website company. I initially began as a Live Amendments designer and gradually progressed within the company, ultimately assuming the position of Senior Website Designer. I am now entering my third year with the company. Among my notable achievements is the design of their primary company website, www.promoteukltd.com.
Freelance
During my free time, I thoroughly enjoy freelance designing and have had the opportunity to create numerous graphics and websites for businesses throughout the UK. One of my recent projects involved designing the website for Webnotic. With a lot more exciting projects lined up!
When I'm not designing, you can normally catch me at the football, whether it being Nottingham Forest or ground hopping! 🤪 Sports wise, I'm a daily gym rat and play lawn bowls representing Surrey at Under 25s level. Away from sports, I am a big dog lover and keen traveler and I enjoy going to the theatre.
My Work
Here's a collection of websites that demonstrate my expertise in web design and development. From optimised SEO sites to visually stunning portfolio sites that showcase my creative range, each project reflects my commitment to delivering high-quality digital experiences. Explore my portfolio below to see how I bring innovation and functionality to life.
Accolades
A selection of Matchday Football Programmes that I designed for Dorking Wanderers Football Club, currently members of the Vanarama National League. Starting off as Voluntary Editor for the Reserves side winning the combined counties programme of the year to being given the opportunity to design for the first team during the 2019/20 and 2020/21 Season.
St Albans City - 21st August 2021
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone
them from the awesome Universal UI.
The tabs you wish you made.
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone them from the awesome Universal UI.
The tabs you wish you made.
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone them from the awesome Universal UI.
The tabs you wish you made.
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone them from the awesome Universal UI.
The tabs you wish you made.
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone them from the awesome Universal UI.
The tabs you wish you made.
Actually, who cares if you made them? You can clone them from the awesome Universal UI.
bringing projects to life, from design to development
Logo Branding
Mostly using Photoshop and Canva to create, I have designed many logos and social media branding for clients across the UK. I have shared a few examples of my favourite designs. on my work section.
Web Design
I am most comfortable with software such as Wix and Webflow which I have used for designing my websites in the past. In my spare time I'm up skilling my knowledge on programmes such as Wordpress.
SEO Trained
Currently working at an SEO friendly company so I am familiar with how SEO works and how to optimise sites to best practise to rank higher on google and reaching page 1 of selected areas.