Hi, I'm Ren!

Hi, I'm Ren!

About Me

About Me

I’m a brand designer who shows up every day to get 1% better—fuelled by coffee, relentless passion, and my loving wife.

To me, good design is more than just a pretty picture. It’s about building a strong foundation—because if that foundation isn’t solid, whatever you’re building will crumble under pressure.

That’s where I come in. I create brands that stand for something. In a world full of soulless identities, being unforgettable isn’t optional—it’s essential.

My mission? To build brands that are unforgettable and impossible to ignore. Fuelled by strategy, driven by values, and built to stand the test of time.

I’m here for the business owners who understand the value of branding—people who know that branding is perception engineering.

My approach is direct and intentional: I dig deep to uncover the real story behind your business, then turn that into a brand that speaks with clarity, confidence, and character. Everything I design is fuelled by strategy. Thoughtful, creative work rooted in who you are and where you want to go. I’m not here to make you look like everyone else. I’m here to help you own your difference—and turn your brand into a long-term success story.

I’m grounded and humble by nature, but when it comes to my craft—I’m relentless. I don’t stop until the job’s done right. And even then, I seek improvement to push those standards even higher.

That kind of dedication is what turns a great project into a long-term, successful partnership.

P.S. I’ll invest twice as much effort if you’re equally passionate about your business. Together, we’ll set clear goals to achieve better results.

20+

Trusted by

clients worldwide

20+

Trusted by

clients worldwide

About Me

I’m a brand designer who shows up every day to get 1% better—fuelled by coffee, relentless passion, and my loving wife.

To me, good design is more than just a pretty picture. It’s about building a strong foundation—because if that foundation isn’t solid, whatever you’re building will crumble under pressure.

That’s where I come in. I create brands that stand for something. In a world full of soulless identities, being unforgettable isn’t optional—it’s essential.

My mission? To build brands that are unforgettable and impossible to ignore. Fuelled by strategy, driven by values, and built to stand the test of time.

I’m here for the business owners who understand the value of branding—people who know that branding is perception engineering.

My approach is direct and intentional: I dig deep to uncover the real story behind your business, then turn that into a brand that speaks with clarity, confidence, and character. Everything I design is fuelled by strategy. Thoughtful, creative work rooted in who you are and where you want to go. I’m not here to make you look like everyone else. I’m here to help you own your difference—and turn your brand into a long-term success story.

I’m grounded and humble by nature, but when it comes to my craft—I’m relentless. I don’t stop until the job’s done right. And even then, I seek improvement to push those standards even higher.

That kind of dedication is what turns a great project into a long-term, successful partnership.

P.S. I’ll invest twice as much effort if you’re equally passionate about your business. Together, we’ll set clear goals to achieve better results.

20+

Trusted by

clients worldwide

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Background Story

Background Story

Background Story

Born in Latvia, raised in the UK, and now living in Spain—with a backpack full of life experience, I’m proud of how far I’ve come.

My passion for graphic design started as a teenager, trying to make a YouTube banner for my gaming channel. What began as curiosity quickly turned into an obsession with learning how to design everything I ever dreamed of.

I studied Graphic Design at the University of Greenwich but quickly chose to leave and follow my own non-traditional path. Since then, I’ve gained experience through in-house roles, collaborated with large corporations, and most recently, made the leap into full-time freelancing—where the pace finally matches my relentless drive.


To be a great designer, you have to master more than just design. Marketing, sales, copywriting, finance—you need to understand it all. You’re not just designing, you’re thinking like an entire team. That’s what makes it so rewarding—and, at times, a little overwhelming.

Born in Latvia, raised in the UK, and now living in Spain—with a backpack full of life experience, I’m proud of how far I’ve come.

My passion for graphic design started as a teenager, trying to make a YouTube banner for my gaming channel. What began as curiosity quickly turned into an obsession with learning how to design everything I ever dreamed of.

I studied Graphic Design at the University of Greenwich but quickly chose to leave and follow my own non-traditional path. Since then, I’ve gained experience through in-house roles, collaborated with large corporations, and most recently, made the leap into full-time freelancing—where the pace finally matches my relentless drive.


To be a great designer, you have to master more than just design. Marketing, sales, copywriting, finance—you need to understand it all. You’re not just designing, you’re thinking like an entire team. That’s what makes it so rewarding—and, at times, a little overwhelming.

Key Moments

Key Moments

Key Moments

HOW I GOT HERE

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Year

officially full-time freelance brand designer and settled in Spain, ready to take on worldwide opportunities with people who also care about values and understand the power of branding in business—beyond just profit (huuuge)

2025

officially full-time freelance brand designer and settled in Spain, ready to take on worldwide opportunities with people who also care about values and understand the power of branding in business—beyond just profit (huuuge)

2025

officially full-time freelance brand designer and settled in Spain, ready to take on worldwide opportunities with people who also care about values and understand the power of branding in business—beyond just profit (huuuge)

2025

beyond grateful and lucky to be here — married the most wonderful lady in the entire universe! Thank you for all love

2024

beyond grateful and lucky to be here — married the most wonderful lady in the entire universe! Thank you for all love

2024

beyond grateful and lucky to be here — married the most wonderful lady in the entire universe! Thank you for all love

2024

after struggling in isolation, I got the opportunity to work as a graphic designer on educational resources at NELFT NHS in the Acorn Centre for nearly two years. This led to another turning point where I took on a remote in-house graphic design role, while also making the move to Spain to be with my partner — closing the gap in our long-distance relationship

2021

after struggling in isolation, I got the opportunity to work as a graphic designer on educational resources at NELFT NHS in the Acorn Centre for nearly two years. This led to another turning point where I took on a remote in-house graphic design role, while also making the move to Spain to be with my partner — closing the gap in our long-distance relationship

2021

after struggling in isolation, I got the opportunity to work as a graphic designer on educational resources at NELFT NHS in the Acorn Centre for nearly two years. This led to another turning point where I took on a remote in-house graphic design role, while also making the move to Spain to be with my partner — closing the gap in our long-distance relationship

2021

career doubts kicked in during COVID-19 — I even considered switching to IT, as breaking into the design industry felt almost impossible, endless job applications

2020

career doubts kicked in during COVID-19 — I even considered switching to IT, as breaking into the design industry felt almost impossible, endless job applications

2020

career doubts kicked in during COVID-19 — I even considered switching to IT, as breaking into the design industry felt almost impossible, endless job applications

2020

took the opportunity to help a friend at the creative agency Heaven Media on a project for Alienware/Dell in Cologne, Germany — designing mockup booths for an event (a success). I took every chance to gain experience, whether it was creating something for others or diving into passion projects

2019

took the opportunity to help a friend at the creative agency Heaven Media on a project for Alienware/Dell in Cologne, Germany — designing mockup booths for an event (a success). I took every chance to gain experience, whether it was creating something for others or diving into passion projects

2019

took the opportunity to help a friend at the creative agency Heaven Media on a project for Alienware/Dell in Cologne, Germany — designing mockup booths for an event (a success). I took every chance to gain experience, whether it was creating something for others or diving into passion projects

2019

graduated college with an A* in Graphic Communication (A-Levels) and a Distinction in Digital Media Skills (BTEC Level 3 Diploma) — life was chaotic (and not in a good way), but I stayed true to myself and achieved what I set out to do. I then started a design degree at the University of Greenwich, but decided to leave and follow my own path as a self-taught designer and entrepreneur

2018

graduated college with an A* in Graphic Communication (A-Levels) and a Distinction in Digital Media Skills (BTEC Level 3 Diploma) — life was chaotic (and not in a good way), but I stayed true to myself and achieved what I set out to do. I then started a design degree at the University of Greenwich, but decided to leave and follow my own path as a self-taught designer and entrepreneur

2018

graduated college with an A* in Graphic Communication (A-Levels) and a Distinction in Digital Media Skills (BTEC Level 3 Diploma) — life was chaotic (and not in a good way), but I stayed true to myself and achieved what I set out to do. I then started a design degree at the University of Greenwich, but decided to leave and follow my own path as a self-taught designer and entrepreneur

2018

made my first YouTube banner and "logo" (where it all began) — Photoshop was my first creative tool. But logo in Photoshop? Yeah, I know... :')

2014

made my first YouTube banner and "logo" (where it all began) — Photoshop was my first creative tool. But logo in Photoshop? Yeah, I know... :')

2014

made my first YouTube banner and "logo" (where it all began) — Photoshop was my first creative tool. But logo in Photoshop? Yeah, I know... :')

2014

moved to London — it had a big impact on my personal growth and taught me a new language early on (ups and downs!)

2009

moved to London — it had a big impact on my personal growth and taught me a new language early on (ups and downs!)

2009

moved to London — it had a big impact on my personal growth and taught me a new language early on (ups and downs!)

2009

born in Latvia — a worry-free childhood

2001

born in Latvia — a worry-free childhood

2001

born in Latvia — a worry-free childhood

2001

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