Creative and versatile graphic designer with a strong foundation in visual communication, branding, and digital illustration. With a background in both freelance design and self-initiated projects, I bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to my work. My experience includes developing custom Procreate tools, creating design tookits for canva, and crafting brand identities from concept to execution. Currently studying a Bachelor of Communication Design, I balance academic excellence with real-world experience.

Emily Howe

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Creative and versatile graphic designer with a strong foundation in visual communication, branding, and digital illustration. With a background in both freelance design and self-initiated projects, I bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to my work. My experience includes developing custom Procreate tools, creating design tookits for canva, and crafting brand identities from concept to execution. Currently studying a Bachelor of Communication Design, I balance academic excellence with real-world experience.

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Creative and versatile graphic designer with a strong foundation in visual communication, branding, and digital illustration. With a background in both freelance design and self-initiated projects, I bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to my work. My experience includes developing custom Procreate tools, creating design tookits for canva, and crafting brand identities from concept to execution. Currently studying a Bachelor of Communication Design, I balance academic excellence with real-world experience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Type Doll
September 1, 2019 - Present
As a freelance designer and lettering artist, I create bespoke visual identities, typographic artwork, and digital products under my personal brand, Type Doll. My work blends modern femininity with vintage-inspired aesthetics, drawing influence from Art Nouveau, decorative typography, and whimsical design styles. I specialise in branding, packaging design, hand lettering, and digital illustration, crafting cohesive visual stories for clients and creative audiences. My freelance work includes designing custom Procreate brush kits, Canva templates, and brand assets, as well as developing detailed packaging and print layouts that balance artistry with function. With over six years of freelance experience, I’ve honed strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and have expanded my toolkit to include Procreate, Canva, VivaVideo, and various digital marketing platforms. I also manage my own website, online store, and creative community presence—developing digital products for platforms like Creative Market and Flodesk while consistently meeting tight deadlines and maintaining a refined design standard. My recent projects, such as “Etchings & Ephemera” (a vintage-inspired Procreate brush kit) and “Moonlark Gin” (a conceptual packaging design), showcase my ability to merge illustration, typography, and brand storytelling into unique, market-ready visuals.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Design at Torrens University
February 12, 2024 - December 4, 2026
Currently studying my Bachelor of Communication Design. I have completed a Diploma of Graphic Design at Torrens University (Billy Blue). I have also completed a Certificate IV in Design at Chisholm Institute.

Qualifications

Diploma of Graphic Design
February 14, 2022 - December 4, 2023
Certificate IV in Design
February 18, 2019 - November 4, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Gaming, Other
    uniE621 Lettering Style Challenge 2025 Secret Garden of Words
    The Secret Garden of Words is a self-initiated lettering challenge created to explore decorative typography and botanical-inspired design. Each prompt was developed around the idea of a hidden garden where letters act as organic forms shaped by texture, flourishes, and natural motifs. logo graphicdesigner branding illustrator designer See the full collection](https://www.twine.net/signin
    uniE621 Wild Betty
    For this project, I designed the packaging for Wild Betty IPA, a vibrant new craft beer by Billy’s Brew, a Noosa-born brewery rooted in surf culture, mateship, and the joy of sharing a good drink. Inspired by the brand’s coastal lifestyle and the beer’s tropical, caramel-orange flavour profile, I created a bold, retro-surf aesthetic that reflects Noosa’s iconic beaches. Using the client’s existing brand assets, I developed a full dieline and finished artwork ready for print, incorporating a stunning rose-gold embellishment to elevate the label and highlight the playful, summery “Wild Betty” personality. The final design balances fun, nostalgia, and craft integrity—celebrating the laid-back spirit of Billy’s Brew and the punchy character of their signature IPA. graphicdesigner branding designer photo See the full project](https://www.twine.net/signin
    uniE621 Femme Flores
    Femme Flores Sahara Bloom is a branding and packaging design project inspired by feminine beauty, nature and conscious formulation. I created a full brand identity, including logo development, colour palette, typography, packaging artwork and mockups for a fictional cosmetics brand centred around sustainability and natural elegance. The hero product, the Sahara Bloom eyeshadow palette, draws from warm desert tones and botanical textures, combining soft pastels with eco-friendly and ethically sourced packaging. This project explores how thoughtful design, visual storytelling and responsible material choices come together to create a cohesive, market-ready beauty brand. logo graphicdesigner branding designer See the full project](https://www.twine.net/signin
    uniE621 Clean Waves Campaign - Little Creatures
    Clean Waves with Little Creatures was a limited-edition campaign created to celebrate Australia’s coastlines while raising awareness about marine debris. I designed an ocean-inspired beer can and brand identity that captures the movement of waves and the refreshing, coastal spirit of Little Creatures. The campaign extends beyond packaging into purposeful action, including national beach clean-up events, social media storytelling, and eco-friendly merchandise. A portion of profits from the limited edition release supports ocean conservation organisations across Australia. logo graphicdesigner branding designer See the full project](https://www.twine.net/signin
    uniE621 Bath Blooms
    Bath Blooms is a feminine self-care brand inspired by vintage apothecary design. I created the full visual identity, including the logo, monogram, colour palette, illustrations and packaging system. The Midnight Magic bath salts packaging showcases ornate linework, botanical accents and pastel tones to evoke calm, luxury and a touch of whimsy. This project highlights my skills in branding, illustration, layout design and complete packaging development from concept to die lines. logo graphicdesigner branding designer See the full project](https://www.twine.net/signin
    uniE621 Flinders 1909
    A conceptual reimagining of the historic Flinders Street Station Ballroom, Flinders 1909 transforms an abandoned landmark into a modern reading room that celebrates Melbourne’s cultural and architectural heritage. The project explores typographic storytelling through expressive visual systems, blending Art Nouveau influences with contemporary design elements. The result is a refined, immersive brand identity and publication that evoke nostalgia, sophistication, and a timeless sense of place. logo graphicdesigner branding designer See the full project](https://www.twine.net/signin