Hello. I’m Ava, a graphic designer and UX/UI designer from Sydney Australia
I have 3 years of educational experience studying graphic design and immersing myself in General Assembly’s UX Design program. I seek opportunities to transform visions into impact with innovative and creative design solutions.
As a designer having gained experience with casual freelance/contract work, for brands such as Makeup By Mary, 1Breadcrumb, AEMA (Australian Emerging Motion Awards), and currently working with Designers Getting Coffee, a community-building meetup event for creatives. I’m always exploring horizons for personal growth and new challenges through extracurricular activities. A recent example was showcasing my skills and extracurricular activities as a Finalist and NSW Representative at Worldskills 2023 in Melbourne, which challenged my creativity, time management, and problem-solving skills within a set time frame. I enjoy the prospect of networking and connecting with other designers within the industry and hearing about their success stories and learnings that I can bring to my creative career.
I’m on a mission to push creative boundaries and harness the power of design to inspire positive change for businesses. I aspire to create designs that inspire and drive positive change through innovative user experiences, captivating storytelling, and thought-provoking visual identities. I’m on a relentless quest to explore new horizons and apply my skills in a collaborative, open-minded environment.
Background
My creative journey began in 2020 when I delved into the realm of basic multi-disciplinary design at TAFE Design Centre Enmore. This initial exploration ignited my passion for graphic design, a path I pursued for 3 years, engaging in a diverse array of print and digital projects.
After three years of dedicated study, I enrolled in General Assembly Australia's immersive three-month UX Design boot camp in 2023. This experience greatly enhanced my comprehension of the research process and deepened my insights into the dynamic industry.
My commitment to personal and professional growth led me to volunteer and participate in the 2022 Worldskills Regional NSW competition in Graphic Design Technology. Making an outstanding achievement by securing a Silver Medal. This accomplishment also bestowed upon me the privilege of representing NSW at the 2023 WorldSkills National Championships in Melbourne where I competed against the other states of Australia for an intensive 3 days. It was an honour to showcase my skills on a national stage and be given this incredible opportunity.
Outside of working I enjoy reading, watching movies, going to the gym, drawing and going out to events with close friends and family. Exploring my hobbies fuels my creativity and allows me to infuse unique perspectives into my designs.
Areas of Expertise
Branding & Identity
UX/UI Design
Motion Design
Social Media Content
Packaging Design
Creative Softwares
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Indesign
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe XD
Adobe Acrobat
Figma
Work Experience
2023 - ongoing - Freelance/Contract Designer
Self-employed client based projects
Sydney, Australia2019 - 2023 - Oporto Fast Food Resturant
Casual Retail Customer Service Staff Member
Sydney, Australia2017 - Rockend Technology Pty Limited
UX/UI Designer Work Experience Internship
Sydney, Australia
Extracurricular Activities
2023 - WorldSkills Australia
WorldSkills National Championships - NSW State Representative
Melbourne, Australia
2022 - WorldSkills Australia
WorldSkills Regional Competition - Finalist
Sydney, Australia
Awards & Achievements
2023 - AEMA (Australian Emerging Motion Awards)
Honorable Mention
Motion Project Submission
Vintage Film Festival 2022 Augmented Reality Posters2023 - WorldSkills Australia
Certificate of Participation
Melbourne National Worldskills Australia Championships Graphic Design Technology2022 - WorldSkills Australia
Sliver Metalist
Regional Worldskills Australia NSW
Graphic Design Technology2019 - Mount St Joseph Millperra
Honorary Award - Sr Judith Rawson Award
For overcoming adversity with determination and resilience
References from others