Brand and packaging designer with 13+ years’ experience specializing in consumer products, packaging systems and e-commerce launches. Co-founder and Creative Lead at IScream Nails, overseeing product, packaging and campaign design across seasonal collections, licensed collaborations and new product development. Led creative across 300+ SKUs, delivering packaging systems and launch campaigns that supported sell-out releases, recurring seasonal programs and high-performing brand collaborations.…

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Brand and packaging designer with 13+ years’ experience specializing in consumer products, packaging systems and e-commerce launches. Co-founder and Creative Lead at IScream Nails, overseeing product, packaging and campaign design across seasonal collections, licensed collaborations and new product development. Led creative across 300+ SKUs, delivering packaging systems and launch campaigns that supported sell-out releases, recurring seasonal programs and high-performing brand collaborations.…

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Brand and packaging designer with 13+ years’ experience specializing in consumer products, packaging systems and e-commerce launches. Co-founder and Creative Lead at IScream Nails, overseeing product, packaging and campaign design across seasonal collections, licensed collaborations and new product development.

Led creative across 300+ SKUs, delivering packaging systems and launch campaigns that supported sell-out releases, recurring seasonal programs and high-performing brand collaborations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Creative Lead at IScream Nails
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2025
Designed packaging systems across 300+ SKUs spanning nail polish, press-on nails, apparel, merchandise, seasonal collections, and licensed collaborations. Developed collection identities including packaging, logos and campaign assets based on trend research, seasonal direction and product strategy. Led creative for licensed collaborations by adapting established brand identities (e.g., Trixie Mattel, Rowi Singh, Katherine Sabbath and BlackMilk) into commercially successful product collections. Delivered end-to-end campaign rollouts across EDM, social media, e-commerce and digital marketing channels. Managed product artwork, print production and supplier coordination across multiple product categories and international manufacturing partners. Delivered design work for major partnerships and activations including Australian Open, Westfield Shopping Centres and Victoria Racing Club. Co-designed and illustrated The IScream Nails Nail Art Book (Hardie Grant Publishing). Led creative across
Graphic Designer at IScream Nails
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2025
Led design across packaging, apparel, campaigns, and digital content for a global beauty brand. Designed packaging systems across 300+ SKUs, pressed-on nails, apparel, merchandise, and seasonal collections. Developed collection identities including logos, packaging, and campaign visuals informed by trend research and seasonal direction. Created end-to-end campaign assets including key visuals, EDMs, social content, and e-commerce creative. Produced website and digital assets including product imagery, banners, and promotional content to maintain consistent brand presentation. Managed product development artwork and production coordination across multiple categories and suppliers. Delivered design work for major collaborations and activations including Australian Open, Westfield Shopping Centres, and Victoria Racing Club. Adapted external brand identities into packaging and campaign design for licensed collaborations with Fanta, Hello Kitty, Trixie Mattel, Rowi Singh, and BlackMilk Clot
Co-owner & Lead Designer at I Scream Nails
January 1, 2008 - Present
Led branding and product packaging design; produced promotional art, visual assets for campaigns; led product development, created new colour ranges, finishes, and collections; shaped the brand’s overall visual identity across products, campaigns, and online presence; collaborated with printers, manufacturers, and photographers to ensure production-ready assets.
Co-owner & Lead Designer at IScream Nails
January 1, 2008 - Present
Designed and developed product packaging, promotional artwork, and visual assets for campaigns. Led product development, created new color ranges, finishes, and collections. Shaped the overall visual identity of the brand across products, campaigns, and online presence. Collaborated with external printers, manufacturers, and photographers to ensure production-ready assets.
Freelance Illustrator
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012
Produced editorial and commercial illustration for clients including Rolling Stone Magazine, Music Feeds Magazine, Lothian Books and Lonely Planet. Illustrated two children’s books and delivered character-driven illustration for editorial and promotional use. Worked directly from briefs to produce print-ready artwork across publishing and commercial projects.
Freelance Illustrator at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012
Produced editorial and commercial illustration for clients including Rolling Stone Magazine, Music Feeds Magazine, Lothian Books, and Lonely Planet. Illustrated two children’s books and delivered character-driven illustration for editorial and promotional use. Worked directly from briefs to produce print-ready artwork for publishing and commercial projects.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2005 - Present
Produce editorial illustration work for Rolling Stone, Music Feeds, and books by Lothian and Lonely Planet. Develop visual assets for clients ranging from public publications to small businesses.
Freelance Illustrator & Designer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2005 - Present
Produced editorial illustration work for Rolling Stone, Music Feeds, and books by Lothian and Lonely Planet. Created illustrations, concept art, and visual branding assets for a range of clients, from publications to small businesses. Developed projects from concept through to final production, managing client feedback and delivery schedules.

Education

Diploma of Arts (Illustration) at Northern Metropolitan Institute of TAFE
January 1, 2004 - March 6, 2026
Diploma of Arts (Illustration) at Northern Metropolitan Institute of TAFE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

Diploma of Arts (Illustration)
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing
    Illustration - Sport & Culture
    Editorial and applied illustration focused on sport and movement. illustration illustrator graphicdesigner posterart…
    Nail Wrap & Packaging — Katherine Sabbath collaboration
    Develop a limited edition nail wrap and packaging collection translating a highly distinctive visual identity into a cohesive product system. graphicdesigner illustrator nailwraps designer…
    Illustration - Music & Culture
    Design gig poster illustrations exploring music genres through distinct visual styles and mood driven composition. illustration illustrator graphicdesigner designer posterdesign…
    Identity Design
    Develop memorable identities for products, campaigns and brand initiatives. logodesigner logo brandidentity illustrator designer graphicdesigner…
    BlackMilk — Halloween Packaging System
    Design seasonal Halloween packaging for a recurring BlackMilk collaboration using provided licensed artwork. graphicdesigner illustrator packagingdesigner logodesigner branding logo designer…
    Illustration - Food Brand Identity (Fire Starter Hot Sauce)
    Develop a concept hot sauce brand identity through illustration led logo and bottle label design. illustration graphicdesign branding…
    Packaging & Campaign Design — So Jelly Collection
    Develop packaging and campaign assets for a 90s candy inspired limited edition collection launch. packagingdesign graphicdesign illustration dielines…
    Christmas Packaging System
    Develop a series of seasonal Christmas packaging collections for limited edition retail and e-commerce launches. packagingdesign graphicdesign illustration…
    Illustration - Brand Identity Concept (NYC Pretzel Boy)
    Create a concept brand identity for NYC Pretzel Boy using illustration led logo and system design. illustration graphicdesign logodesign logo lockup…
    Packaging Design — I Scream Nails x Trixie Mattel Collaboration
    Develop packaging, logo and e-commerce launch campaign for the I Scream Nails x Trixie Mattel collaboration. graphicdesign illustration packagingdesign e-commercelaunch…