Co-founder & Graphic Designer with 9 years’ experience in the New Zealand craft beer industry, specialising in packaging, branding & print. Hannah leads creative direction from concept through to production-ready artwork, creating packaging and campaigns that stay consistent under tight deadlines. She has released 400+ beers through to print, developed style-led packaging ideas with brewers and sales, and manages production specifications and printer/retailer relationships—balancing creativity, budget, and execution.

Hannah Blackwood

Co-founder & Graphic Designer with 9 years’ experience in the New Zealand craft beer industry, specialising in packaging, branding & print. Hannah leads creative direction from concept through to production-ready artwork, creating packaging and campaigns that stay consistent under tight deadlines. She has released 400+ beers through to print, developed style-led packaging ideas with brewers and sales, and manages production specifications and printer/retailer relationships—balancing creativity, budget, and execution.

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Co-founder & Graphic Designer with 9 years’ experience in the New Zealand craft beer industry, specialising in packaging, branding & print. Hannah leads creative direction from concept through to production-ready artwork, creating packaging and campaigns that stay consistent under tight deadlines.

She has released 400+ beers through to print, developed style-led packaging ideas with brewers and sales, and manages production specifications and printer/retailer relationships—balancing creativity, budget, and execution.

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Work Experience

Co-Founder & Creative Manager at Heyday Beer Co
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2026
Led creative direction and graphic design across packaging, print, branding, and campaign assets for a craft beer brand. Released 400+ beers from concept through to print-ready production. Developed packaging ideas with brewers and sales based on beer style, flavour, and theme. Co-planned and designed campaigns, collaborations, and events, including illustrated digital assets for Instagram and Facebook. Managed print production, specifications, and relationships with retailers and printers. Delivered creative solutions across multiple projects under tight budgets and deadlines while maintaining quality and brand consistency.
Design Manager at Clubs NZ
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Clubs NZ – Design Manager at Clubs NZ
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
at MW Graphics & Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
MW Graphics & Design at MW Graphics & Design
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

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Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services