Michael Stainthorpe

Michael Stainthorpe has diverse professional experience spanning over two decades, currently serving as a Lead Development Representative at Viewpoint since April 2022. In addition to this role, Michael has been a Football Coach for Bishop Auckland Girls FC since May 2018. Previous positions include Supervisor/Senior Graphics Technician at CRE8IVE GRAPHICS LIMITED from July 2007 to April 2022 and Sign Maker at Peter Pentland Signs from September 2003 to January 2007. Early career experiences also encompass roles as a Sales Assistant at Northern Electric and a Restaurant Crew Member at McDonald's. Michael began the career journey as an Apprentice Sign Maker at Graphics Direct in early 2003. Educational qualifications include an HND in Graphic Design Management from New College Durham and several certifications related to child and young people's mental health and football coaching from various institutions, alongside A Levels in Art & Design, Communication Studies, and General Studies.