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Anwen Parnis
Designer
Hello! I’m Anwen, a multidisciplinary designer with a BSc (Hons) in Product Design. My background combines hands-on making with digital precision, specialising in 3D printing, digital modelling, and textile processes.
I’m now branching out into the world of prop and set design, where I can merge my technical design skills with storytelling and visual creativity.
Alongside this, I currently design products for my own company, Asteri Studios where I showcase my ability to turn ideas into tangible, functional products, staying ahead of trends and even starting one through my own innovative creations.
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Anwen Parnis
anwen.design@gmail.com
Cardiff, UK
Education
2020-2023
University of Brighton
BSc (Hons) Product Design
2018-2020
Llanishen High School
A-Levels
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Maths - A*
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Product Design - A*
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ICT - A
Awards
2023
Upstarter Award
The Yarn Reclaimer
2021
RCA Helen Hamlyn Fixperts Award
A Glove Device for Jo
Skills
2D Software
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Canva
Procreate
3D Software
Fusion 360
Blender
Nomad Sculpt
Prusa Slicer
Physical
3D Printing (Prusa & Bambu)
Card & Foam Modelling
Crocheting
Experience
2020-Present
Asteri Studios
Small Business Owner | Self Employed
Beginning as a handmade crochet clothing brand and evolved into a business specialising in 3D-printed, novelty yarn holders for crafters. As the sole employee, I have gained hands-on experience across every aspect of running a product-based business, such as: Product Design: Developing original, functional, and visually appealing yarn holders from concept to final product. 3D Printing: Operate and maintain multiple 3D printers for daily product manufacturing. Communication: Conversing with wholesale retailers and customers, in person and online. Time Management: Juggled multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines. Social Media: Grow, manage and maintain an Instagram audience through content creation and engagement. Digital Marketing: Promoting products via reels, collaborations, and community-based outreach. Graphic Design: Created digital assets for social media, packaging, and promotional materials.
2021
Super Looper
Marketing Campaign Creator | Student Project
I worked on a marketing campaign for a baby clothing rental service focused on promoting sustainability through upcycling. The campaign encouraged parents to repurpose outgrown baby clothes into new garments or accessories. The skills I developed through this project were the following: Teamwork: Worked collaboratively to develop a cohesive social media strategy. Social Media Planning: Helped create a content calendar outlining optimal posting times and content types. Textiles: Designed and crafted a pair of butterfly wings using repurposed baby clothing. Content Creation: Produced photo and video content tailored to the brand’s target audience. Client Communication: Presented the campaign to the client, who expressed enthusiasm and confirmed it would be implemented.