Design always matters. Clean visuals. Clear systems. Conscience led. Making life more beautiful and easier to navigate. I can help in a couple of ways: - Brand and identity systems. Solid grids, type scales,colour rules, and motion guidance. - Editorial and publication design that reads cleanly and carries the right tone for its audience. - Campaign materials across static, web, and 2D animation. - Enablement kits in Figma, Canva, and PowerPoint so nondesign teams can ship with confidence. - Education resources that include curricula, worksheets, teacher guides, and decks. Process matters too. I always listen, identify the problem and then open things up for exploration. I'm never about overcharging, if there is a more efficient way to so solve the problem, I will help you find it. Sustainability is at the heart of my work, when it isn't top of the brief it runs through the process. Low-waste specs, durable templates, honest language, and choices that respect people and planet. I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters across Australia and pay respects to Elders past and present. --- Employment and project experience Freelance Designer. _January 2019 - November 2025_ - Operation Mincemeat Lyric Video - DJ Thatched Trilby Brand and Music Graphics Design Curriculum Designer - DonBosco Technical School _March 2025 - October 2025_ Designer - Heavenly Branding Agency _September 2021 - July 2024_…

Douglas Ponsonby

Design always matters. Clean visuals. Clear systems. Conscience led. Making life more beautiful and easier to navigate. I can help in a couple of ways: - Brand and identity systems. Solid grids, type scales,colour rules, and motion guidance. - Editorial and publication design that reads cleanly and carries the right tone for its audience. - Campaign materials across static, web, and 2D animation. - Enablement kits in Figma, Canva, and PowerPoint so nondesign teams can ship with confidence. - Education resources that include curricula, worksheets, teacher guides, and decks. Process matters too. I always listen, identify the problem and then open things up for exploration. I'm never about overcharging, if there is a more efficient way to so solve the problem, I will help you find it. Sustainability is at the heart of my work, when it isn't top of the brief it runs through the process. Low-waste specs, durable templates, honest language, and choices that respect people and planet. I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters across Australia and pay respects to Elders past and present. --- Employment and project experience Freelance Designer. _January 2019 - November 2025_ - Operation Mincemeat Lyric Video - DJ Thatched Trilby Brand and Music Graphics Design Curriculum Designer - DonBosco Technical School _March 2025 - October 2025_ Designer - Heavenly Branding Agency _September 2021 - July 2024_…

Available to hire

Design always matters. Clean visuals. Clear systems. Conscience led. Making life
more beautiful and easier to navigate.

I can help in a couple of ways:

  • Brand and identity systems. Solid grids, type scales,colour rules, and motion guidance.
  • Editorial and publication design that reads cleanly and carries the right tone for its audience.
  • Campaign materials across static, web, and 2D animation.
  • Enablement kits in Figma, Canva, and PowerPoint so nondesign teams can ship with confidence.
  • Education resources that include curricula, worksheets, teacher guides, and decks.

Process matters too. I always listen, identify the problem and then open things up for exploration. I’m never about overcharging, if there is a more efficient way to so solve the problem, I will help you find it.

Sustainability is at the heart of my work, when it isn’t top of the brief it runs through the process. Low-waste specs, durable templates, honest language, and choices that
respect people and planet.

I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters across Australia and pay respects to Elders past and present.

Employment and project experience

Freelance Designer.
January 2019 - November 2025

  • Operation Mincemeat Lyric Video
  • DJ Thatched Trilby Brand and Music Graphics

Design Curriculum Designer - DonBosco Technical School
March 2025 - October 2025

Designer - Heavenly Branding Agency
September 2021 - July 2024

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Work Experience

Curriculum Designer, Teacher & Mentor at Don Bosco Secondary School, Papua New Guinea
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Co-developed a new graphic design course focusing on culturally grounded, participatory learning; taught Adobe Suite skills, layout, typography, and storytelling through various workshops and student competitions; mentored students in creative expression, sustainable problem-solving, and narrative confidence; adapted lessons to local resources promoting flexibility and community ownership; supported environmental leadership through a bushcraft club.
Designer at Heavenly Group (UK)
December 31, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Executive brand designer for clients including (RED), 100Green, and Be.EV; created digital campaigns, social content, and branded templates; co-led the B-Corp certification process contributing to sustainability messaging; balanced studio work with running Forest School sessions to support nature-based learning.
Lead Designer & Forest School Leader at Greenbow, UK
December 31, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Developed branding, marketing strategies, and campaign materials designed to integrate Forest School programs into school curricula; led CPD workshops for educators and practitioners; delivered holiday and weekend sessions to foster environmental stewardship and community connection.
Freelance Designer
December 31, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Created publication layouts, multi-page collateral, and campaign visuals; worked closely with clients to deliver consistent, values-led storytelling; developed communication materials for charities, social enterprises, and ethical businesses.
Lead Designer & Co-Founder at BreakBeat Magazine (UK)
December 31, 2021 - July 29, 2025
Co-founded an independent magazine focused on activism, culture, and direct action; designed all print and digital assets maintaining accessible and consistent editorial.
Videographer at Greencoat Capital (UK)
December 31, 2021 - July 29, 2025
Produced video content for sustainable farming projects; supported environmental storytelling aligned with client values.
Lead Designer & Co-Founder at Transition KSA (Kingston School of Art, UK)
December 31, 2020 - July 29, 2025
Created and led campaigns addressing environmental impact and education.
Curriculum Designer, Teacher & Mentor at Don Bosco Secondary School, Papua New Guinea
January 1, 2025 - Present
Co-developed a new graphic design course in partnership with VSA Aotearoa, centred on culturally grounded, participatory learning. Taught Adobe Suite skills, layout, typography, and storytelling through poster competitions and photography workshops. Mentored students in creative expression, sustainable problem-solving, and narrative confidence. Adapted lessons to local resources, teaching flexibility and community ownership. Supported environmental leadership through a bushcraft club.
Designer at Heavenly Group (UK)
December 31, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Executive brand designer on values-driven clients including (RED), 100Green, and Be.EV. Created digital campaigns, social content, and branded templates. Co-led B-Corp certification process and contributed to sustainability messaging. Balanced studio work with running Forest School sessions supporting nature-based learning for children and families.
Lead Designer & Forest School Leader at Greenbow, UK
December 31, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Developed branding, marketing strategies, and campaign materials integrating Forest School programs into term-time curricula for London schools. Led CPD workshops for educators and Forest School practitioners. Delivered holiday and weekend sessions fostering environmental stewardship and community connection.
Freelance Designer
December 31, 2025 - July 29, 2025
Created publication layouts, multi-page collateral, and campaign visuals whilst working closely with clients to deliver consistent, values-led storytelling. Developed communication materials for charities, social enterprises, and ethical businesses.
Lead Designer & Co-Founder at BreakBeat Magazine (UK)
December 31, 2021 - July 29, 2025
Co-founded an independent magazine focused on activism, culture, and direct action. Designed all print and digital assets, maintaining an accessible, consistent editorial.
Videographer at Greencoat Capital (UK)
December 31, 2021 - July 29, 2025
Produced video content for sustainable farming projects. Supported environmental storytelling aligned with client values.
Lead Designer & Co-Founder at Transition KSA (Kingston School of Art, UK)
December 31, 2020 - July 29, 2025
Created and led campaigns addressing environmental impact and education.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Kingston University London
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Kingston University London
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020

Qualifications

Forest School Leader, UK
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Forest School Leader, UK
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Agriculture & Mining
    paper Operation Mincemeat Lyric Video

    Animation Consultant,

    Working with designer Sophie Sinnot, I created an animation template for the Operation Mincemeat Lyric Video.

    Responsibilities

    2D animation, 3Danimation, animation camerawork, template design

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