Simon Askham
t: 07940 908 936 - e: [email protected] - Leicester UK
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director & Designer - SuperCreative3d.com - 2003 - Present - Leicestershire, UK.
Business Owner & Technical Specialist:
Creative Studio Business owner with over 20 years of experience managing high-value client accounts and complex projects, specialising in Brand Activations & Events. Since 2003, I have operated a successful consultancy, handling everything from initial pitching to delivery of both large and small projects delivering high-end design and commercial content for clients globally.
Business & Professional Skills
20+ Years of Business Ownership:
Successfully operating an independent consultancy since 2003.Global Client Management: Proven experience working with high-profile global clients and building long-term professional relationships to ensure project success.Commercial Reliability: A track record of meeting tight deadlines and working under pressure in a high-stakes environment.Independent Operations: Decades of experience in remote project management and autonomous workflow.Communications: Excellent interpersonal skills and proficient in building rapport both in-person and via video calls, translating technical specs into commercial results globally.
Technical & Design
Design Consultancy & Brand Alignment: Ensuring all outputs meet strict brand guidelines and high-quality standards.Multi-Industry Insight: Extensive experience across diverse sectors including Retail, Exhibition, Hospitality, Medical, Automotive, and Construction.Technical Problem Solving: Specialist in handling complex 3D datasets and managing integrated I.T. hardware and software.Digital to Physical Prototyping: Hands-on experience with 3D printing workflows, managing file optimisation, and understanding physical material constraints when translating digital CAD models into physical components.
Technical & Software Skills
Commercial Productivity: Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Design & Brand Strategy: Expert proficiency in Autodesk 3ds Max, Chaos Group V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) to ensure brand consistency and high-end visual presentation.Digital Marketing: Practical experience in Web SEO and Social Media platforms to drive brand visibility and engagement.Technical Operations: Skilled in managing complex CAD datasets and ensuring 100% uptime through hardware/software support.IT Systems & Hardware: Specialist in building and maintaining high-performance PCs and equipment.
Education
BA (Hons) Multimedia Design: First-Class Honours, De Montfort University.
Personal Interests
Competitive Cycling: A dedicated cyclist active across Road, Cyclocross, Gravel, and MTB disciplines. I regularly compete in regional events and am a proactive member of the local cycling community.Mechanical Expertise: I apply the same technical rigor to my equipment as I do my design work. As a self-taught mechanic, I build and maintain my own high-performance gear.Community Involvement: I enjoy supporting cycling club events, staying connected to the grassroots and the evolving equipment landscape.New Challenges: I have recently enjoyed running as a fresh challenge to explore new terrain and test my endurance limits. Taking part in events such as the 3 Peaks Cyclocross Race in Yorkshire & a trail half marathon in Woolacombe North Devon.
