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It is now 70 years since I first attended art school in Margate where I took the course in graphic design. My graduation finally led to my recognition as a Royal Designer, (RDI) as well as becoming an Oscar winning film director. This wise choice of profession has led to the fruitful life that I enjoy to this day.

I’m proud to be the patron of The Margate School and am constantly impressed by its vision and energy.

Arnold Schwartzman OBE, RDI FRSA, Patron of The Margate School

Arnold Schwartzman

Obe Rdi

Patron of The Margate School

Arnold is an Academy Award® winning filmmaker and noted graphic designer who grew up in Margate. He moved to Hollywood and was appointed the Director of Design for the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Since 1996, he has designed many of the key elements for the Annual Academy Awards® Oscar®. In 2002 Arnold received an OBE and has been conferred the distinction of Royal Designer (RDI).