Hi, I’m Karen Creighton, a versatile freelance designer and marketing professional with over two decades of experience producing high-quality print and digital collateral for financial services, legal firms, and real estate clients. I specialize in desktop publishing, graphic design, branding, website content, and campaign materials, with a strong track record of delivering on tight deadlines and maintaining brand consistency across channels. I’m known for being goal‑oriented, calm under pressure, and adept at collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. I enjoy generating fresh ideas, solving problems, and turning complex briefs into clear, compelling materials that support business goals.…

Karen Creighton

Hi, I’m Karen Creighton, a versatile freelance designer and marketing professional with over two decades of experience producing high-quality print and digital collateral for financial services, legal firms, and real estate clients. I specialize in desktop publishing, graphic design, branding, website content, and campaign materials, with a strong track record of delivering on tight deadlines and maintaining brand consistency across channels. I’m known for being goal‑oriented, calm under pressure, and adept at collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. I enjoy generating fresh ideas, solving problems, and turning complex briefs into clear, compelling materials that support business goals.…

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Hi, I’m Karen Creighton, a versatile freelance designer and marketing professional with over two decades of experience producing high-quality print and digital collateral for financial services, legal firms, and real estate clients. I specialize in desktop publishing, graphic design, branding, website content, and campaign materials, with a strong track record of delivering on tight deadlines and maintaining brand consistency across channels.

I’m known for being goal‑oriented, calm under pressure, and adept at collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. I enjoy generating fresh ideas, solving problems, and turning complex briefs into clear, compelling materials that support business goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Independent
June 1, 2019 - November 13, 2025
Provides freelance design services across graphic design and desktop publishing; develops client relationships and delivers marketing collateral.
Marketing Coordinator at Triaxial Consulting
November 1, 2022 - November 13, 2025
Manages corporate website content, LinkedIn, brochure updates, events, inbound marketing, analytics and SEO; oversees newsletters and client communications.
Desktop Publishing Designer at Luminis Partners
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019
Produced high-quality documents, presentations and client materials; managed print production and layout using desktop publishing tools; ensured timely delivery.
Team Assistant at BDO
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016
Administrative support to Risk Advisory; diary management, minute taking, travel and event coordination; client liaison; billing and research support.
Desktop Publishing Team Leader (Contract) at APP Corporation
October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Led a team of desktop publishers; oversaw design, formatting and production of client documents; prepared responses to proposals; improved production efficiency.
Desktop Publishing Team Leader (Contract) at Kaplan
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015
Led courseware production for online and blended delivery; managed LMS content and ensured high-quality documentation; implemented process improvements.
Team Manager (Contract) at PKF Lawler Corporate Finance
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Supported division leadership with workflow, client relations, marketing and reporting; managed meetings and BU processes; board report preparation.
Administrative Clerk (Contract) at Fair Work Ombudsman
March 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Legal team support; document preparation and management; archiving and project-based administration.
Business Development & Marketing Coordinator at Qube Ports & Bulk
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Tender preparation, monthly progress reports, intranet/website updates, marketing collateral and event support.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Loan Market
August 1, 2013 - November 13, 2025
Developed NZ marketing collateral, branding, staff signatures and online imagery; supported marketing initiatives.
Desktop Publisher & Marketing Coordinator at Lonergan Edwards & Associates
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2013
Preparation and formatting of legal documents; RFP responses; marketing collateral and client presentations; website updates.
Executive Assistant at BDO Kendalls
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2010
High-level administrative support; diary management; meeting preparation; expense and billing management; project support.
Business Development & Marketing Officer / Desktop Publisher at BNP Paribas Securities Services
May 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009
RFP responses, sales materials, presentations; web and print collateral; client targeting and marketing reporting.
Graphic Designer / Event Management at ABN AMRO
May 1, 2008 - May 1, 2008
Brand integrity, event planning and execution; vendor coordination; marketing collateral and stakeholder liaison.
Desktop Publisher at Macquarie Group
February 1, 2008 - February 1, 2008
Produce client documents and presentations; graphics editing; e-publications preparation; support IT/printing workflow.
Desktop Publisher / Business Development & Marketing Coordinator at Ebsworth & Ebsworth Lawyers
August 1, 2007 - August 1, 2007
Admin support for BD; event coordination; marketing collateral; intranet/internet publishing; RFPs and communications.
Assistant – Events Coordinator at Goldman Sachs JBWere
April 1, 2005 - April 1, 2005
Events database management; invitations, RSVP handling and event coordination.
Presentation Centre Coordinator at Goldman Sachs JBWere
December 1, 2004 - December 1, 2004
Workflow coordination for a team; logging requests; deadline negotiation and resource allocation.
Desktop Publisher at Goldman Sachs JBWere
December 1, 2004 - December 1, 2004
Create and edit complex documents; graphics and publications; provide software support and proofreading.
Sales & Marketing Assistant at Knight Frank
December 1, 2002 - December 1, 2002
Support to Sales & Marketing; event hosting; administrative support; design of presentations and proposals.
Senior Administrator & Associate Consultant at Tier Technologies
July 1, 2002 - July 1, 2002
Administrative and secretarial support; consultancy tasks; IT programme office; marketing collateral and presentations.
Research Assistant at Merrill Lynch
March 1, 2000 - March 1, 2000
Assist analysts with reports and charts; organize conferences and board meetings; general admin.
Desktop Publishing Team Leader at APP Corporation
October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Led desktop publishing team; overseen production of legal documents, pitches, and proposals; managed client submissions; developed process improvements.
Desktop Publishing Team Leader at Kaplan
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015
Oversaw courseware production and LMS content management; ensured efficient workflow and quality in course materials and related collateral.
Team Manager at PKF Lawler Corporate Finance
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Provided workflow and administrative support to management; client matter project management; marketing and reporting support; board and executive coordination.
Administrative Clerk at Fair Work Ombudsman
March 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Supported Legal team with document preparation, filing, archiving, email management, and project-based tasks.
Graphic Designer at Loan Market
August 1, 2013 - November 13, 2025
Created and updated NZ marketing collateral; staff signatures; marketing visuals and online assets.

Education

Technical and Further Education Diploma in Business Advertising at Technical and Further Education
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Introduction to Project Management at Australian Institute of Management
September 1, 2001 - November 13, 2025
Certificate III in Computer Graphics & Multimedia at Martin College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Certificate IV in Corporate Real Estate Operations (Sales) at Nationwide Realty
March 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999
Certificate III in Office Administration & Financial Skills at Technical and Further Education
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
School Certificate at Mount Saint Benedict College
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
Technical and Further Education Diploma in Business Advertising at Technical and Further Education
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Introduction to Project Management at Australian Institute of Management
September 1, 2001 - November 13, 2025
Cert. Lvl. No.3 in Computer Graphics & Multimedia at Martin College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Certificate IV (Corporate Real Estate Operations - Sales) at Nationwide Realty
March 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999
Cert. Lvl. No.3 in Office Administration & Financial Skills at Technical and Further Education
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
School Certificate at Mount Saint Benedict College
January 1, 1994 - December 1, 1996

Qualifications

Technical and Further Education Diploma in Business Advertising
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Introduction to Project Management
September 1, 2001 - November 13, 2025
Certificate III in Computer Graphics & Multimedia
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Certificate IV in Corporate Real Estate Operations (Sales)
March 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999
Certificate III in Office Administration & Financial Skills
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
School Certificate
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
Certificate IV in Corporate Real Estate Operations (Sales)
March 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999
Cert. Lvl. No.3 in Office Administration & Financial Skills
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
Cert. Lvl. No.3 in Computer Graphics & Multimedia
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Introduction to Project Management
September 1, 2001 - November 13, 2025
Diploma in Business Advertising
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Software & Internet

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