Mapping the way forward

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This study has provided me with clarity and direction, allowing me to better understand how my abilities and passions fit into the design business. It has not only inspired me creatively, but also given me the courage to take the next step. Seeking opportunities that are consistent with my values and goals.

STUDIOS -

STUDIOS -

10 Studios I researched that have helped me gain an understanding of possible opportunities in the future - Inspired me to know what space id like to work in.

  • Simple line drawing of a signpost with the word 'FROST' written in an oval at the top.

    Frost* Agency

    SYDNEY

    Frost Collective is a creative powerhouse in Sydney directed by brilliant designer Vince Frost. Frost Collective is known for its creative and deliberate approach to transforming ideas into visually appealing and functional products. Certified B corp.I love this agency for how well their team work together collaboratively to create clean and energetic outcomes. They also have a very unique style, constantly thinking of ideas out side the box to make one of a kind designs specifically for a brand.

  • Illustration of a group of cubes stacked in a pyramid formation with the word "BLOCK" written next to it.

    Block

    PERTH

    Founded on 1st April 2002, Block has grown into Western Australia’s first full-service brand -the first agency delivering strategic creative advertising and design outcomes. Block Branding immediately stood out to me for its bold visual style and strong conceptual thinking. Their work balances creativity with strategy, something I deeply value in my own practice. I’m particularly drawn to how they collaborate closely with clients to create brands that feel fresh, purposeful, and outgoing.

  • Black and white artwork of a block with the word 'CREATIVITY' written on it, featuring abstract patterns and designs.

    The Edison Agency

    MELBOURNE

    100% female-owned brand practices. The Edison Agency, a Melbourne-based creative firm, uses strategy, design, and narrative to bring brands to life. They are known for their down-to-earth attitude and attention to quality, creating visually captivating work that connects with people.

  • Line drawing of a laptop with an attached mouse

    The Brand Agency

    PERTH

    One of Perth's top full-service creative agencies, recognised for providing high-profile and complete branding, design, and marketing solutions. With a focus on strategic thinking and effective narrative, the firm is known for creating visually appealing and memorable packaging and brand experiences. Working remotely is possible.

  • Universal Favourite

    SYDNEY

    Universal Favourite is a Sydney-based creative agency that pushes the boundaries of design with a new, playful approach. Their work combines strategy with eye-catching graphics to create memorable brands and packaging people like.

  • Line drawing of a drum set with two cymbals and three drums.

    StudioBand

    ADELAIDE

    An award-winning multi-disciplinary branding and design agency based in Adelaide, South Australia. Connecting purpose to brand, in turn, develops brands that have meaning.

     

  • Illustration of a lemonade stand with a simple canopy and the word 'Lemonade' written on top.

    Liquid Creative

    BRISBANE, QLD

    25 years old, teams in Brisbane, Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne. Shapes the solutions people across Australia need to live their best possible futures. 2-10 employees.

  • Line drawing of a person in a coat, skirt, and boots taking a selfie.

    HELLO rare

    PERTH

    WA is the largest independent creative agency. Curiosity-driven, free-flowing work style.

  • Simple line drawing of a backpack with a handle on top and a front pocket.

    Flux

    DARWIN

    Flux believes that local communities are essential. So, they enjoy creating effective marketing communications tools such as logos (identification), websites, brochures, packaging, and sign designs for schools, councils, government offices, festivals, and events.

  • Simple illustration of a teeter-totter with a plant pot nearby.

    Seesaw Studio

    MELBOURNE, VIC

    An independent studio that takes a creative and vivid approach to design. Their role is to clarify and craft that story through intelligent creativity that delivers impact. Constantly curious. Seesaw is a certified B Corporation©, carbon neutral, mentally healthy workplace.

PROJECTS -

PROJECTS -

10 Project/Graduate jobs which have helped me gain inspiration and knowledge of what techniques in design I find Suit me the most.

  • Illustration of a beehive with three stacked boxes and a bottom entrance

    One for the honey, two for the bees

    ADELAIDE

    The honey business is based in Adelaide and was created by Flux Studios. They made packaging to distinguish their identity and packaging system..

  • Person seated outdoors with a gray cat in lap, wearing a green shirt and glasses, surrounded by greenery and plants.

    Koskela

    SYDNEY

    Koskela is well-known for bringing expertise to the sustainable design of working and learning environments in Australia, but its offer stretches far beyond furnishings and homewares. Made by the studio Frost*.

  • Line drawing of a stylized chair with a top object.

    Bordan home fragrances packaging

    MELBOURNE

    A range of handcrafted candles and home fragrances, made in small batches using the highest quality 100% Vegan ingredients. Seesaw Studios created a luxury identity that matches the care put into every product. The packaging features premium green sustainable stocks that are tactile, embossed, and hand-finished. 

  • Illustration of a flip calendar displaying the number one

    Flaus electric dental floss

    SYDNEY

    Flaus asked Universal Favourite Studios to set the vibe for the world’s first planet-friendly electric flosser. The studio owned the uniqueness of flaus, helping work towards a strategy that would help invent a better future for people’s oral hygiene.

  • Line drawing of a person painting on a canvas

    Through a child’s eyes

    PERTH

    The challenge- HELLO Rare studios needed to convince parents to take their kids to Scitech. The problem was that parents saw the institution as the same old. The idea was to let parents experience Scitech through a child’s eyes, using Go Pros, lapel mics and 20 little creative directors. In doing so, we captured an unprecedented window into Scitech and showed parents a world their eyes couldn’t see. 

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    Brown Brothers

    MELBOURNE

    Broaden their audience in core traditional varietals. It reflects a unique, modern, playful design inspired by the past but celebrates today’s wine drinkers and makers. Bauhaus-inspired illustrations and multi-sensory print embellishments and material selections. Wine packaging.

  • Person holding a water bottle in front of a Ferris wheel at an amusement park, with a clear blue sky in the background.

    Perth Airport

    PERTH

    Perth Airport asked Block Studios to develop an evergreen campaign highlighting the quality, diversity, and ease of each terminal's food and beverage services while breaking the 'get-in, get-out' attitude of flying. Creating a versatile, eye-catching advertising strategy highlighting the brightness of the meals and beverages offered. A personalised set of stickers gives more individuality as a navigation guide.

GRADUATE JOBS -

GRADUATE JOBS -

  • Simple black and white drawing of an open book with text and a graphic.

    Junior Graphic Designer Job LinkedIn ‘Educating Kids’

    MELBOURNE

    The Graphic designer reports to the Marketing & Product Development Manager and works closely with the Digital Marketing & Social Media Specialist. Creating print and digital assists, including packaging, catalogues, web banners, social media content and marketing campaigns.

  • Simple line drawing of a smartphone with a home button and two rectangular shapes on the screen representing apps or messages.

    Junior Graphic Designer/ Content Creator

    MELBOURNE

    Conceptualising and developing fresh design ideas to enhance our visual brand identity across varied mediums and platforms. Producing high-quality design assets such as banners, product images, and promotional materials and assisting with photo shoots of products.

  • Simple black and white drawing of a house with a triangular roof, two windows, and a door.

    Junior Graphic Designer

    REAL ESTATE PROPERTY, PERTH

    Ray White brings you unparalleled technology, dedication and a real passion for customer service. Claremont is expanding and is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join their team. Join us and be a crucial part of a leading real estate organisation dedicated to excellence and innovation. Creating graphics for print and digital platforms and designing marketing materials, including billboards, newspaper ads, and custom promotional material.

  • Simple drawing of a generic portrait on paper taped to a wall.

    Junior Graphic Designer Oscars group

    SYDNEY

    Searching for a casual Graphic Designer in a rapidly expanding creative team. Reporting to the Creative Lead, the graphic designer will be responsible for designing social media content, email marketing, print media and a wide array of product advertisements.

people -

people -

10 Artists/Designers who have really influenced my style and direction in the design world.

  • A bearded man wearing a paint-splattered blue sweatshirt and a cap, adjusting his glasses, standing in front of colorful abstract art.

    MIKE PERRY

    Brooklyn-based multi-dimensional artist. Perry has his own Emmy for motion design. Highlighting our world with neon, hard-cut puzzles and images that will always inspire inquiry. Spreading the love for creativity and the influence of positive thought.

  • Man standing in an art storage room, leaning against colorful paintings on racks.

    Ken Done

    Australian artist who creates vibrant art inspired by Australian landscapes. He has become one of Australia’s most famous artists. His paintings are in collections throughout the world. Ken’s paintings are the creative source of a unique and high-end successful Australian business that continues to promote Australian art and design to a worldwide audience.

  • Woman standing in front of a colorful, textured art installation with fabric designs resembling abstract nature, featuring rugs and wall hangings.

    Vanessa Barragao

    Portuguese artist. Textile art depicting vibrant sculptural reefs. “Art is a very important vehicle to convey a message of not only raising awareness of climate change issues and bringing up a sign of hope.” She has a master’s degree in fashion design from Lisbon.

  • Person with short hair wearing a black leather jacket and colorful jewelry, standing with arms crossed in front of a gray concrete wall.

    Sophie Thomas

    The director of Circular Design works with sustainable design. She founded and ran various environmental initiatives, notably the Great Recovery program at the RSA. Working with multinational corporations and government agencies to clarify the role of designers in the debate over waste, critical elements, and resource efficiency.

  • A person in a blue dress with a colorful pattern holding a potted plant, standing among various green plants with a yellow wall in the background.

    Nerida Hansen

    Visionary in the world of fabrics- bright colours and energetic. She’s a female entrepreneur from Australia dedicated to sustainable textile design. She founded ‘Nerdia Hansen Fabrics’ a company that collaborates with independent artists to create vibrant, eco-friendly packaging.

  • Person wearing a blue jumpsuit against a blue background.

    Jessica Walsh

    American designer, art director, illustrator and educator. She was a partner in the design studio Segmeister & Walsh. Founder of the creative agency &Walsh. She significantly impacted the evaluation of visual trends and the graphic design industry. She is one of the most iconic Graphic designers of the Modern Age.

  • Artist in colorful paint-splattered apron standing in front of geometric abstract artworks and a monochrome wall mural.

    Morag Myerscough

    Extremely bright and colourful artist, creating installations and immersive spatial artworks that transform places and champion community and public interaction. Born and bred in Holloway, London.

  • Person with curly hair, wearing glasses, a white shirt, and a coral scarf.

    Gail Anderson

    New York-based designer, writer and educator. Partner at Anderson Newton Design. She is an author of ‘Outside the Box’ for Princeton Architectural Press and co-author of ten books on design.

  • Person with short, two-toned hair, nose and ear piercings, and neck tattoo against orange background.

    Aries Moross

    English Graphic designer, artist, illustrator and art director based in London. They mostly focus on lettering and typography. They have been shown in magazines such as – Dazed and Confused, Vice and Creative Review.

  • A person sitting at a colorful workstation with a computer displaying graphic art. The wall behind is decorated with various art prints, magazine covers, and posters. The person is in a blue top with a headband, sitting thoughtfully with their hand on their chin. The desk is cluttered with books, a sketchbook, and a water bottle.

    Hattie Stewart

    Artist and illustrator based in New York. With a vibrant visual identity, self-proclaimed ‘professional doodler’.

“It took me a few seconds to draw it, but it took me 34 years to learn how to draw it in a few seconds.”

— Paula Scher