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Senior creative services specialist with extensive experience delivering finished art, image retouching and production-ready artwork across packaging, print, point-of-sale, digital and campaign applications. Proven studio leader responsible for end-to-end production quality, workflow improvements and coordination with printers and external partners to manage complex requirements.
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Work Experience
Cowen - Production Director, APAC at Cowan
March 1, 2022 - July 1, 2026Led creative production from design concept through finished artwork, including retouching, motion and final delivery. Delivered packaging, print, point-of-sale, digital and animation projects for major brands across Australia, the Asia-Pacific region and the UK. Provided hands-on finished art, image compositing, retouching and technical production support on complex packaging and brand projects. Led Finished Artists and external partners, guiding client discussions around creative production, technical requirements and delivery. Developed production workflows and quality-control processes to improve consistency and reduce production risk.
Cowon - Production Director, APAC at Cowan
March 1, 2022 - July 1, 2026Led creative production from design concept through finished artwork, retouching, motion and final delivery. Delivered packaging, print, point-of-sale, digital and animation projects for brands including Mars, Danone, Kimberly-Clark, Unilever, Mondelez, Sirena, Coopers, Endeavour/Pinnacle and Kenvue. Provided hands-on finished art, image compositing, retouching and technical production support across complex packaging and brand projects. Led Finished Artists and external production partners while guiding client discussions around creative production, technical requirements and delivery. Developed production workflows and quality-control processes to improve consistency and reduce production risk.
Production Director, APAC at Cowan
January 1, 2022 - PresentLead the APAC Production team, managing projects from concept through to final delivery. Executed all Finished Art, print and motion graphics across the region. Collaborated with clients, their suppliers, and global stakeholders to deliver premium, production-ready outputs. Drove the exploration and implementation of AI tools to streamline studio workflows and improve efficiency.
Presfast - Studio Manager, Digital Manager & Prepress Manager at Presfast
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Managed studio, digital print and prepress operations in a fast-paced production environment. Led the prepress team to ensure artwork accuracy and print-ready files delivered to deadline. Coordinated complex print, point-of-sale and campaign production from supplied artwork through to final output. Oversaw high-volume digital print production across INCA Onset X1, Ricoh, Roland and Epson platforms to support efficient utilisation and on-time delivery. Delivered work for major brands including Hungry Jack’s, Campari and Coca-Cola.
Studio Manager, Digital Manager & Prepress Manager at Presfast
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022Managed studio, digital print and prepress operations in a fast-paced production environment. Led the prepress team to ensure artwork accuracy, print-ready status and deadline delivery. Coordinated complex print, point-of-sale and campaign production from supplied artwork through to final output. Oversaw high-volume digital print production across INCA Onset X1 and Ricoh/Roland/Epson platforms to support efficient utilization and on-time delivery.
Studio Manager at Presfast
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Oversaw studio operations including budgeting, resourcing, account management, and profitability. Managed all studio traffic, scheduling, deadlines, and Finished Art in Sydney Studio.
TAG - Studio Manager, Account Manager & Senior Finished Artist at TAG
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020Led the ANZ creative studio team across Creative Services, Digital and Video Production. Oversaw studio resourcing, workflow, quoting, budgeting and profitability, and managed key studio accounts as a primary client contact. Directed finished art, retouching and production for packaging, point-of-sale, retail and advertising campaigns. Produced high-volume retail catalogue and point-of-sale artwork for Priceline, Woolworths and Coles. Conducted performance reviews and supported staff development while collaborating with clients, designers, printers and suppliers to ensure accurate, high-quality delivery.
Studio Manager, Account Manager & Senior Finished Artist at Tag
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020Led ANZ studio across Digital, Video Production, Creative Services; oversaw budgeting, resourcing, account management, and profitability. Managed studio traffic, scheduling, deadlines, and Finished Art in Sydney Studio.
IMSG lobal | Account Manager, Senior Finished Artist & Prepress Operator at IMSG lobal
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016Delivered specialist finished art, prepress, colour management and production services for major FMCG and retail clients. Managed client accounts, coordinated offshore production, and prepared artwork across multiple print processes, substrates and technical specifications. Worked on Kellogg’s and Unilever brands including Dove, Rexona, Sunsilk, TRESemmé, OMO and Continental.
Account Manager, Senior Finished Artist & Prepress Operator at IMSGGlobal
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016Delivered finished art, high-end proofing, prepress and colour management across packaging and commercial print. Managed client accounts, coordinated offshore production and prepared artwork across multiple print processes, substrates and technical specifications. Worked on Kellogg’s and Unilever brands including Dove, Rexona, Sunsilk, TRESemmé, OMO and Continental.
Prepress Operator at IMSGroup
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016Prepress Operator delivering production-ready artwork, colour management, proofing and seamless delivery for FMCG packaging and print projects.
Graphic Designer at Ate Unlimited
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Graphic Designer producing packaging artwork and visuals to support FMCG campaigns.
Prepress Operator at Landor
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009Prepress Operator delivering production-ready artwork and proofs.
Production Manager, Prepress at Shawk
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007Production Manager overseeing prepress workflows and production processes across packaging and print projects.
Prepress Operator at IMSGroup
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004Prepress Operator delivering production-ready artwork and technical accuracy.
Prepress Operator at David Graphics
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003Prepress Operator delivering production-ready artwork for print projects.
Education
Four-year apprenticeship (graphic reproduction & prepress) at Southern Hemisphere repro house (name not provided)
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2026Qualifications
Certificate III Graphic Prepress and Reproduction
June 17, 2001 - June 17, 2004Four-year apprenticeship (graphic reproduction & prepress)
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2026Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Retail
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