My philosophy to solving design problems is to start with the objective and the audience for the solution. What is its purpose, and how can I ensure this message is most easily communicated to the intended audience? Brainstorming and the idea generation process are my favourite part of the design process. I love coming up with a large variety of options which can be presented to the client, which showcase different aspects of the design problem. For examples showcasing my approach to design, view my portfolio.
My design work veers towards geometric styling and simple organic shapes. I find my inspiration in the work of Issey Miyake and M C Escher, the way their whole design communicates an idea in an interesting and sometimes complex way. I am not afraid to use colour, though like when it is used in a subtle way. When a design is complete, I love when there is a balance with white space and the use of crisp borders to delineate areas. Wherever possible I try an incorporate elements of sustainable design into whatever solution I present.
My main skills lie in the production of documents for publication using InDesign. I am also comfortable in Illustrator for the creation of vector graphics, as showcased in my portfolio. Most of my professional experience has been focused around the design and development of documents within the educational space. This involves effective use of typographic hierarchy and appropriate placement of content in order to ensure information is communicated in a clear way.
June 2014 – Present
Clinical Education, SA Ambulance Service
Feb-Mar 2018; Mar 2019
Clinical Education, SA Ambulance Service
October 2013 – June 2019
Clinical Education, SA Ambulance Service
Bachelor In Design (Communication Design)
July 2018 – Present | University Of South Australia
Studying part time, undertaking one topic per semester
Completed five topics achieving Distinctions for all (Design, Culture and Society 1, Design Foundation Studio, Communication Design Studio 1, Visual Argument and Design Culture, Computer Graphics and Imaging for Design)
Computer Graphics – Adobe Photoshop (WEA SA) | November 2014
Adobe InDesign II (WEA SA) | November 2014
Articulate Storyline 2 Basic (B Online Learning) | June 2015
Illustrator I (WEA SA) | February 2018
Confidence: The Key to Success (IPAA) | February 2018
Introduction to Supervision and Management (IPAA) | April 2018
Illustrator II (WEA SA) | June 2018
Digital Video Production (TAFE SA) | July 2018
Digital Video Editing – Introduction (WEA SA) | August 2018