I was thrilled to come across the open position for the Graphic Designer role with the Sunshine Coast Council on seek.com. After thoroughly researching the role and gaining an understanding of the Council’s vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region: Healthy. Smart. Creative, I am confident that we would be an excellent match.
As a highly skilled Graphic Designer with over 18 years of experience in the Creative Industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Sunshine Coast Council’s team. The opportunity to contribute to the Council’s progressive vision is truly exciting for me.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in Adobe Creative Suite, with a particular focus on pre-press/publishing for both digital and print media. Additionally, I possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Canva, which further complement my design capabilities.
One of my strengths is thriving in high-pressure environments, allowing me to excel at managing tight deadlines and handling multiple projects concurrently. My meticulous attention to detail ensures the highest level of quality in my design work. As a strong communicator, I take pride in delivering effective, focused, and on-target products. Moreover, my career goals revolve around continuous learning, staying ahead of industry trends, and finding joy in the journey of improvement.
Having a genuine passion for sustainable and creative solutions, I am eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to contribute to the Sunshine Coast Council’s objectives.
Thank you for considering my application. I am excited to hear back from you and discuss how my expertise aligns with the Sunshine Coast Council’s vision.
Looking forward to the opportunity to contribute to the council’s mission, I sincerely thank you for your time and consideration.
Kind regards,
Carolyn Smith
Sunshine
Coast
0409 059 270
PROFILE SNAPSHOT
EDUCATION
2011 – 2012
SUNSHINE COAST TAFE
Diploma of Graphic Design
Diploma of Photography
2011 – 2012
SUNSHINE COAST TAFE
GOLD AWARD
Southern Cross Package Design Awards (2012)
Graduating Student Award AWARDS
National Design Competition - Proctor & Gamble
BEST CORPORATE IDENTITY GUIDE
REFERENCES
LYNDAL CHASE
Graphic designer & Leading Vocational Teacher
Sunshine Coast TAFE 0407 533 838
MEGAN LEHMANN
The Weekend Australian Magazine 0432 281 817
DESIGN SKILLS
• 18+ years graphic design experience: digital and print environments
• Advanced working knowledge of Adobe CC: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Working knowledge of Adobe CC: Xd, Premier Pro, After Effects, Rush and Aero
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Canva
• Advanced pre-print/publishing skills
• Professional and creative services, from initial concept through to final art and production
• Production and adherence to corporate brand guidlines
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Web interface design and backend management
• Advanced content creation
• Photography production & editing
• Video editing: Premiere Pro and Premier Rush
• Management of digital asset systems
• Data base management and EDM production
• Working Knowledge of AI platforms for content production
PERSONAL SKILLS
• Creative, reliable, hard-working, enthusiastic
• Team player in the collaborative environment
• Love to run with the ball when I get a chance
• I genuinely enjoy finding positive and innovative solutions to difficult problems
• I am passionate about researching future trends in Design, Innovation and Technology
EXPERIENCE, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
INDUSTRY SKILL LEVEL - SOFTWARE, TECHNIQUES AND PROCESSES
Through a career spanning 25 years in the Creative Industries, I have gained advanced working knowledge in graphic design and photographic outcomes. I have worked with a range of clients from small business, finance and real estate through to government departments (TAFE QLD). During this time I have always maintained current industry standards and kept abreast of emerging technologies including working knowledge of the appropriate and up to date software (print and digital).
Designed and produced artwork and branding (within guidelines) for use in internal and external publications and promotional materials for Westpac Group (Synapsis Creative).
Working as Senior Designer at Private Label Dynamics I have produced a variety of internal and external print, web-based and digital publications, that includes but is not limited to marketing collateral, EDM’s, Acknowledgement of Country, screen savers, email signatures, brochures and reports in line with company service policy and standards.
Managed the print production and delivery of a range of design collateral and resources for over 800 clients whilst working as Senior Designer at Private Label Dynamics.
As Senior Designer at Private Label Dynamics I produced corporate documents and reports, newsletters, signage, advertisements, posters, brochures and digital assets that were inclusive, accessible and actionable to a diverse set of audiences.
PRODUCE DOCUMENTS FROM RESEARCH TO PUBLICATION
During my career as a Graphic Designer I have demonstrated th ability to research, design, write, edit and publish a broad range of official and promotional correspondence, reports, briefs and publications.
While working as a Graphic Designer for JPG Design, I worked closely with major real estate brands to produce a range or promotional and technical documents using data/text heavy information.
As Senior Designer at Private Label Dynamics I produced promotional correspondence, reports, briefs, publications and scientific documents. Presentation doucments, Annual a& Quarterly Reports, analysing and compiling data (Synapsis Creative).
For the clients of Synapsis Creative I prepared presentation doucments and Annual & Quarterly Reports. I was also required to disect information by analysing and compiling complex data to present in digestable animations and infographics.
COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
I am a confident, articulate, and professional speaker and an empathic listener.
Teaching 28 TAFE Graphic Design students via Zoom
Leading team meetings to produce more efficient workflow outcomes (Private Label Dynamics).
WORK CAPACITY
I am creative, reliable, hard-working and enthusiastic. I love fast paced environments and I thrive on the intensity of tight deadlines and juggling multiple projects. I have become expert at managing workflow while maintaining vigorous attention to detail. I am a team player in the collaborative environment and also love to run with the ball when it is required. I genuinely enjoy finding positive and innovative solutions to difficult problems.
As Brand Manger for the Bordertown Group, I developed and maintained effective working relationships with stakeholders’ that supported the creation, maintenance and use of digital, print and on-line resources and publications in a timely, sustainable and cost effective manner.
During my tenure at TAFE QLD I have:
Actively participated in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, workplace health and safety, ethical behaviour and skill and knowledge sharing. Followed defined service quality standards, occupational health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Fulfilled the responsibilities of that role in accordance with Queensland Public Service values including compliant capture and secure use of public records.
Vacinated
Open C Class QLD drivers license
Able to Travel
Logo Development from Brand Guidelines
Animation & Motion Graphics
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Sunshine Coast Council acknowledges the Sunshine Coast Country, home of the Kabi Kabi peoples and the Jinibara peoples, the Traditional Custodians, whose lands and waters we all now share.
We recognise that these have always been places of cultural, spiritual, social and economic significance. The Traditional Custodians’ unique values, and ancient and enduring cultures, deepen and enrich the life of our community.
