I am an ambitious academic innovator with a blended background in industry and education.

I have worked for over 10 years as a Fashion Image Maker & Stylist. I have worked on many diverse fashion communication projects including fashion editorials, commercial fashion campaigns, e-commerce galleries & social media content, developing imagery for brands at all market levels and for many marketing channels, both online and offline. I have also created several personal photographic projects which have been exhibited at galleries around the UK. Alongside image making my expertise are in trend forecasting, consumer behaviour, contemporary cultures & concept generation.

Academic and professional qualifications

I graduated with a BA (Hons) Degree in Fashion: Image Making & Styling from the University of Salford in 2014. I also holds a PGCE awarded by the University of Huddersfield in 2016 and I am currently working towards a Masters Degree in Higher Education at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Previous Employment

I joined Manchester Fashion Institute in 2022 as a Tutor in Fashion Communication before being appointed as a Lecturer in Fashion Communication. Prior to this, I had a blended career within education and industry. I have worked as a freelance Fashion Image Maker and Stylist, developing imagery with varied global fashion brands and publications.Throughout my career, I have also been invited to guest lecture at several UK universities.

Academic service (administration and management)

As a level 6 Year Manager and part of the Education Management Group, I am proud to promote the faculty through various activities and continues to enhance, support and contribute to the final year student experience. I contribute significantly to departmental KPI's through the development of exciting student engagement activities.