I am a multi-disciplinary designer and photographer with a Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) from Western Sydney University. My background spans photography, design, and community-facing roles across Sydney, with broad experience in education and non-profit settings. Currently I coordinate remote social media and community engagement for Half Light Media, and I have delivered photography work for The Photostudio Glebe, MSP Photography, Imagine That Photography, and other studios. I enjoy crafting visuals and content that tell stories and connect with audiences, while bringing reliability, creativity, and teamwork to every project.

Cherie Heggie

I am a multi-disciplinary designer and photographer with a Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) from Western Sydney University. My background spans photography, design, and community-facing roles across Sydney, with broad experience in education and non-profit settings. Currently I coordinate remote social media and community engagement for Half Light Media, and I have delivered photography work for The Photostudio Glebe, MSP Photography, Imagine That Photography, and other studios. I enjoy crafting visuals and content that tell stories and connect with audiences, while bringing reliability, creativity, and teamwork to every project.

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I am a multi-disciplinary designer and photographer with a Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) from Western Sydney University. My background spans photography, design, and community-facing roles across Sydney, with broad experience in education and non-profit settings.

Currently I coordinate remote social media and community engagement for Half Light Media, and I have delivered photography work for The Photostudio Glebe, MSP Photography, Imagine That Photography, and other studios. I enjoy crafting visuals and content that tell stories and connect with audiences, while bringing reliability, creativity, and teamwork to every project.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Remote Social Media and Community Coordinator at Half Light Media (non-profit)
June 1, 2022 - Present
Coordinated remote social media strategy and community engagement, developed content calendars, drafted posts, and monitored interactions to raise awareness and support campaigns. Guided and liaised with many other creatives in the community to produce high-quality work and produce innovative creative projects.
Collection Administrator at Bahai World Centre
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Managed collection logistics and records administration for over 20 historic sites across the Haifa-Akka Bay area. Role included minor restoration work on relics and objects, maintaining beauty and historic relevence to all the sites in my care.
Facilitation Officer at Blackwoods, Greystanes
August 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Supports supply chain facilitation and customer service coordination in the facility operations.
Photographer at MSP Photography
January 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
School photography assignments including portrait and class photos for Sydney schools.
Portrait Photographer at Imagine That Photography
January 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Portrait photography sessions in studio and on location around Sydney.
Assistant Intern at The Photo Studio, Glebe Studio
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017
Studio support, equipment setup, and assisting photographers during shoots.
Creative Account Manager at That’s Smart Media
September 1, 2015 - February 1, 2016
Creative account management and client campaign coordination for Seven Hills-based projects.
Volunteer Teacher’s Aide at Darcy Road Public School
July 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Volunteer teacher’s aide supporting classroom activities and student engagement.
Dance Teacher Assistant at Towle Dance Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017
Dance teacher assistant and studio support for Northmead sessions (2010-2017).
Floor Staff at Kmart Australia
April 1, 2012 - October 1, 2014
Retail floor operations, stocking, and customer service at Parramatta store.

Education

Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) at Western Sydney University, Parramatta
February 1, 2014 - November 1, 2017
Certificate of Attainment in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) at Macarthur Girls High School, Parramatta
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Year 1 Studies in Global Prosperity at Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity, Yerrinbool
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Year 2 Studies in Global Prosperity at Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity, Yerrinbool
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Year 3 Studies in Global Prosperity at Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity, Yerrinbool
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Year 4 Studies in Global Prosperity at Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity, Yerrinbool
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Certificate of Attainment in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2013
Bachelors of Design (Visual Communications)
February 3, 2014 - October 30, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services