CAREER FOCUS
I'm a trained illustrator, qualified secondary school teacher, and experienced technical writer. I'm primarily looking for work in a visual role. with a keen interest to expand in the interactive space. I'd equally welcome any roles in which I can further develop my writing, editing, or coaching skills.
EDUCATION
2004 - 2007 | Bachelor of Creative Industries (Visual Art) and Bachelor of Education (Secondary) | Queensland University of Technology, Kelvin Grove
2001 - 2001 | Bachelor of Fine Art (Illustration) | Queensland College of Art, Morningside
1999 - 2000 | Diploma of New Media and Illustration | Southbank Institute of TAFE
EMPLOYMENT
Jul 2010 - current | Technical Writer | Bupa Australia
Oct 2013 - current | Illustrator | Freelance
Jan 2016 - Aug 2017 | Illustrator/designer | Osaka Punch
Mar 2016 - Mar 2016 | Illustrator | RiskyLabs: WarBits
Oct 2014 - Jan 2015 | Illustrator | The Food Academy: On The Side range
Jan 2014 - Mar 2014 | Illustrator | Smart Estates Ltd
Dec 2007 - Jul 2010 | Service and Resolution Specialist | MBF
SKILLS
Advanced knowledge and experience:
- Clip Studio Paint
- Adobe Photoshop
- Graphite, brush and ink, dip pen, technical pen, ballpoint
- Procedural writing, web/blog writing, copy writing, copy editing, proofreading
- Stakeholder management and relationships
- Written communication
Intermediate knowledge and experience:
- Sitecore
- Snagit
- Microsoft Office
- Sharepoint
- Cockos Reaper
- Ableton Live
- Watercolour, gouache, marker pen, colour pencil
Familiar with:
- Adobe Premiere
- Final Cut Pro
- Acrylic paint, collage, charcoal, chalk pastel, oil pastel