We employ six full-time graphic designers who are not only amazing all-rounders but each one specialises and flourishes in their own favourite area. We use top-of-the-range AppleMac Pro computers, running the very latest, industry-standard software.
Mark Austin
Founder / Director
mark@v-one.co.uk
Mark has 35 years’ experience as a graphic designer but now takes a more Creative Directorial role within the company. Away from the office he likes cooking, gardening and flying his drone. He’s a David Bowie fan (collecting vinyl LPs) and is an avid collector of Elvis Presley concerts!
Favourite film: As Good As It Gets.
Favourite food: Steak Tartar, French fries and rocket.
George Hart
Design Manager | Senior Graphic Designer
george@v-one.co.uk
For George, the best aspect in design is in seeing the finished outcome in situ! He’s an all-rounder with a preference for infographics. He owns several classic Apple Macs, which are currently waiting to be upcycled into lamps or clocks, which is one of his hobbies – amongst collecting vintage toys (80s, Star Wars, Thundercats, Transformers, Lego), vinyl records and tackling DIY projects. Since the age of 5 he’d always wanted a daughter named ‘Kira’, after a character from the film Dark Crystal, and his dream finally came true in 2021!
Favourite film: Return of the Jedi, Labyrinth, Dark Crystal and The Dark Knight.
Favourite food: Roast Dinner and chocolate.
Milly Surguy
Senior Graphic Designer
milly@v-one.co.uk
Milly is the company’s Desktop Publishing expert and is never happier than when she’s working on brochure design and other items of literature. Her attention to detail is legendary which work well with her project organisational skills. Outside work she enjoys ‘occasional climbing’ (think big hills/very small mountains), mooching around garden centres and exploring forests with Hugo her dog (who’s also a regular visitor to the office).
Favourite film: About Time.
Favourite food: Chocolate for sweet, savoury would be chicken korma with garlic rice and cheesy naan.
Chris Prosser
Senior Graphic Designer
chris@v-one.co.uk
Chris’ favourite project would always be working on a logotype – though, in recent months, he’s showing he’s equally talented in working with film, either editing or creating amazing animations. Outside work, he’s a drummer (the quiet ones always are!) and he creates his own lino prints. He also owns a classic Mini Cooper! He just wishes he drove it more (can’t handle the bumps anymore). Chris shares his birthday with Marilyn Monroe, Morgan Freeman, Jason Donovan and Ronnie Wood and, we’re told, is Superman!
Favourite film: James Bond, True Romance, John Wick, Sci-fi/fantasy.
Favourite food: Saveloy and chips or his mum’s roast lamb.
Francesca Burt
Senior Graphic Designer
fran@v-one.co.uk
Meet Fran, a versatile designer who has worked across a variety of global brands, creating work from digital to print, social to video, campaigns to events… and everything in-between. She is passionate about all things design, loves learning, and passing her knowledge on to others too. Outside of her design endeavours she loves spending time with her family, whether it’s embarking on outdoor adventures, engaging in craft projects, or curling up on the sofa for a movie night.
Favourite film: Midsommar – I love horror films, nostalgic 90s/00s rom coms, and Wes Anderson films..
Favourite food: My Nan’s Italian pasta dish.
Sílvia Lopes
Senior Graphic Designer
silvia@v-one.co.uk
Sílvia is a dynamic designer with a deep commitment to sustainability, blending her graphic design, brand strategy and web design expertise to create impactful, eco-conscious solutions. Her multidisciplinary experience allows her to approach each project with a fresh and innovative perspective. Outside work, she enjoys letterpress, growing her food and looking after the wildlife. She takes to the trails and mountain biking or goes for invigorating runs to stay active.
Favourite film: The Breakfast Club.
Favourite food: Pizza.
Hayley Robbins
Studio Administrator
hayley@v-one.co.uk
Hayley is our studio administrator who deals with all our admin requests and processes all invoices. Outside work, she has a passion for baking cakes and brownies. She loves spending time with her family, with 2 little ones who keeps her on her toes. When she has time, she loves to watch 999 what’s your emergency and Bondi Rescue. Interesting fact about Hayley she travelled Australia on her own for a year when she was 18.
Favourite film: Mamma Mia, Holes.
Favourite food: Savoury would be a Spaghetti Carbonara and sweet would have to be a warm chocolate brownie and ice-cream.
Lyn Austin
Accounts
lyn@v-one.co.uk
Lyn balances the books, chases the money and pays the wages. Away from work, she’s a home maker with a keen interest in interior design and you’ll always find her shopping for bargains. She loves to cook on a grand scale for her large extended family where she is the heartbeat. In a past life, she was the mortuary manager at two large hospitals in Hertfordshire!
Favourite film: A Star is Born or anything sad.
Favourite food: A cuppa and digestive biscuit, salmon and a roast dinner.
