Erin Bamber - Designer at Own Your Space

About me

My career started after I almost started a Graphic Design degree at Edinburgh University, but at the last minute took on an apprenticeship at a local design agency. I have always had a real drive to work and found that I learnt on the job much easier than in a classroom. This kicked off a new-found love for taking people’s brands and businesses to the next level with the power of design.

From here I went on to work with some amazing people, who taught me a lot of valuable lessons that I could never learn outside of an agency environment. From coffee shops to football clubs, I’ve worked with my fair share of eclectic clients.

Before I joined OYS, I ran my own digital agency from the beginning of 2020 (terrible time to be newly self employed) — which had its highs and lows, but one of the most important lessons for me was: Don’t take it personally. It’s never that deep.

During my 3-day weekend (4 day work weeks ftw), you’ll probably find me hanging out in a tattoo studio, indulging in retail therapy, or – my guilty pleasure – cleaning the house. There’s something about a clean house, tended garden, and some incense that almost makes me wish I was a 50s housewife — but then I remember I can never sit still, and actually love my job.

Get To Know Me

How do you stay updated with the latest trends in digital marketing?

A lot of my social feeds – especially TikTok – push design and marketing inspiration content to me, so I’m hardly out of the loop when it comes to new trends. It’s such an amazing tool.

What’s a memorable moment you’ve had with the team?

I don’t think anything will ever beat going to another country with a group of almost 20 strangers within a week of starting at OYS. I don’t think there could have possibly been a better ice-breaker though (and there was a lot of ice in Warsaw!).

What's your favourite way to unwind after a busy day?

The hour commute, although it sounds boring, is actually a great way to just have some time to myself when I finish work. Whether it’s listening to a podcast, audio book, or belting out power ballads, I usually get home pretty unwound.

Do you have a favourite book, movie, or TV show?

This is always a really tough question because I spend about 50% of my time either reading or watching films, so I could never pick a favourite. I tend to love anything apocalyptic or ‘end of worldly’ — not sure if that shows my true disdain for being surrounded by the general public.