About me
I’m Anne-Marie (Rie). A passionate creative with 18 years of experience working across in-house teams, agencies, and freelance projects. I’ve had the pleasure of leading design at Vivacity for 6 years and worked at Thomas Cook, which gave me a solid foundation in crafting standout designs that truly connect. People often say I’m collaborative, creative, fun, and approachable that's probably because I’m a great listener who really gets what a brief needs and loves working together to bring ideas to life. I’m all about building strong relationships (and yes, that often starts with a good coffee date and a proper chat!). Outside of design, I’m a bit of an explorer; hiking with my wife and our mischievous puppy, Duke, or traveling the globe soaking up all the colours and cultures. Recently, I’ve developed a real passion for gardening. Let’s just say my flower beds are very neat and colourful, a little OCD with my bedding lines, but it’s all part of the charm! Oh, and here’s a little secret: I have Dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), which means I’ve always had to find creative ways to communicate clearly. So if you want someone who truly understands the power of clear, thoughtful design, you’re in the right place. Let’s create something unforgettable together!
● Our manifesto and our values
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Creative integrity
Driven by insight, built with purpose. Design should do more than look good it should mean something.
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Collaborative partnership
We work as an extension of your team flexible, transparent, and focused on results.
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Memorable by design
Everything we make is crafted to connect and built to last — visually, strategically, emotionally.
● FAQ
I’m a freelance designer working under the name a — m creative studio. Think of me as a bolt-on creative partner — experienced, collaborative, and flexible. You’ll always deal directly with me, but I can bring in trusted collaborators if your project needs extra hands.
Yes — I usually take on projects with a minimum starting budget of £700 (equivalent to 2 days). This helps ensure I can dedicate the time needed to deliver thoughtful, effective design. If you’re not sure whether your idea fits, just drop me a message — I’m happy to chat it through.
Absolutely. I often collaborate with in-house teams, agencies, or wider stakeholders — either as a bolt-on creative partner or embedded within a team. I can join meetings via Teams, Zoom, or in person (travel expenses may apply for on-site sessions). Whatever works best to keep things moving smoothly.
Yes — I offer retainer options for clients who need regular design support. This is a great fit if you have ongoing content, campaigns, or brand work and want a trusted creative partner who already knows your brand. Retainers are flexible and tailored to your needs, just get in touch and we can chat through the best setup.
Most projects include up to two rounds of revisions — plenty of space to refine and get everything just right. I usually gather feedback via written comments, either directly on the artwork (PDF or Figma) or in a shared doc. If we need more rounds, that’s totally fine — I’ll always let you know and can add extra time as needed.