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Graphic Artist
13+ yrs · Sydney, AU
Design Manager &
- Head Creative
- Print Designer
- Illustrator
- Tool Builder
Bold, no-fluff design for print, digital and swimwear. Currently leading the in-house design team at Budgy Smuggler.
13+
Years experience
$2M
Revenue scaled
$3M
DIY platform revenue
11yrs
At Budgy Smuggler
8+
Designers trained
6yrs
Multiple top sellers
Selected work
The Portfolio
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Built with Python & AI
I don't just design it. I build it.
Python tools, mobile apps and production workflows. If there's a problem to solve or an idea worth building, I'll find a way to build it.
In use · v2.3
Auto Crop
Python · macOS app
Drop in a folder of PDFs and it trims every artboard to production height, keeps all vector data, then renames and sorts the files into folders in one batch. Originals are never touched.
In use
Studio Desk
Designer productivity · macOS app
A glanceable desktop widget that keeps a designer's day on track: what's up next, today's plan with one-click time blocking, client emails that need you, and time tracked per client inside the design apps. In the background it looks after the Mac too.
- Plan my day
- Inbox: new work, replies, invoices
- Time per client in Illustrator
- Backup & disk warnings
- Auto-clears Adobe cache
- Morning summary
Recognition
Brands I've designed for
Over 13 years, my designs have been selected, printed and used by some of the world's most recognisable brands, mostly through Budgy Smuggler's licensed and collaborative print programs.
Print designs selected for official Coca-Cola branded swimwear.
Artwork created for Deadpool-licensed promotional apparel.
Character-led artwork featured on licensed Disney print products.
Branded print designs produced for Drink West apparel.
Collaborative print designs for Gage Roads Brewery co-branded apparel.
Playful character artwork adapted for Minions licensed swimwear.
Character illustrations adapted for Mr. Men licensed swimwear.
Promotional designs produced for Netflix-licensed apparel.
Designs featured on Sony PlayStation promotional swimwear.
Artwork selected for Qantas-branded swimwear and apparel runs.
Playful print designs produced for Tic Tac branded merchandise.
Branded apparel designs created for Zambrero's promotional range.
About
Who I am
I'm creative, detail-focused and brand-driven, with over 13 years of experience in print and digital design, specialising in the swimwear and apparel industry.
I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity and clarity come first. With a no-fluff, results-oriented approach, I'm passionate about delivering bold, effective design that communicates clearly and performs.
I've built and led high-performing creative teams, nurturing both brand integrity and individual growth across local and global campaigns, from large corporate projects to bespoke work for small businesses.
Design
Software
Tools & Platforms
AI & Development
Career
Where I've worked
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2024 – Present · Brookvale, NSW
Design Team Manager
Budgy Smuggler · Head Creative
- Lead the in-house design team, creating boundary-pushing designs across multiple audiences.
- Implemented creative strategies that enhanced brand recognition and customer engagement.
- Source and manage freelance illustrators to complement the in-house team.
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2015 – 2024 · Manly, NSW
Head Creative & Team Lead
Budgy Smuggler
- Co-created the brand guidelines and the 'Budgy' design style the brand is known for today.
- Scaled the custom swimwear division from $200K to over $2M in annual revenue.
- Co-developed the DIY online swimwear platform, generating over $3M in revenue.
- Designs featured on live television, presented to royalty and worn by elite athletes.
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Education
CATC Design SchoolAdv. Diploma of Commercial ArtsTAFE NSWAdv. Diploma of Product DesignSydney Wine AcademyIntroductory Sommelier
Contact
Let's work together
Based in Australia. Available for AI & website theme freelance. And full-time wine tastings.