Hi, I’m Kimia. I help businesses sell more. I'm a Melbourne-based Communication Designer and Visual Storyteller who creates strategic campaigns and engaging digital experiences. I build strong brand systems and visual identities across digital and print, with a focus on UX/UI, branding, and design systems. In my current role as an In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios, I craft prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate across teams to elevate user experience and engagement. Alongside my full-time work, I freelance as a Multimedia Designer and Photographer, helping clients grow through cohesive brands and ecommerce-ready websites. I’ve partnered with universities such as Monash, La Trobe, and the University of Melbourne on high-profile projects, and I’ve directed hundreds of photography sessions that contributed to record-breaking sales. I love turning ideas into compelling visuals and working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.…

Kimia Kayani

Hi, I’m Kimia. I help businesses sell more. I'm a Melbourne-based Communication Designer and Visual Storyteller who creates strategic campaigns and engaging digital experiences. I build strong brand systems and visual identities across digital and print, with a focus on UX/UI, branding, and design systems. In my current role as an In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios, I craft prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate across teams to elevate user experience and engagement. Alongside my full-time work, I freelance as a Multimedia Designer and Photographer, helping clients grow through cohesive brands and ecommerce-ready websites. I’ve partnered with universities such as Monash, La Trobe, and the University of Melbourne on high-profile projects, and I’ve directed hundreds of photography sessions that contributed to record-breaking sales. I love turning ideas into compelling visuals and working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.…

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Hi, I’m Kimia. I help businesses sell more. I’m a Melbourne-based Communication Designer and Visual Storyteller who creates strategic campaigns and engaging digital experiences. I build strong brand systems and visual identities across digital and print, with a focus on UX/UI, branding, and design systems. In my current role as an In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios, I craft prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate across teams to elevate user experience and engagement.

Alongside my full-time work, I freelance as a Multimedia Designer and Photographer, helping clients grow through cohesive brands and ecommerce-ready websites. I’ve partnered with universities such as Monash, La Trobe, and the University of Melbourne on high-profile projects, and I’ve directed hundreds of photography sessions that contributed to record-breaking sales. I love turning ideas into compelling visuals and working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma. Implemented brand consistency across all digital and print platforms, resulting in building trust. Mentored a junior designer to execute design changes according to standards. Working across teams to ensure higher user experience and engagement. Designed more than 40 mobile-first webpages, with focus on user engagement. Implementing cross-platform branding design for print, web & social. Directed 1500+ photography sessions across years breaking sales records. Delivered strategic design systems, resulting in client conversion rates improvement.
Freelance Multimedia Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed ecommerce & portfolio websites that increased client leads. Developed complete brand identities, improving brand value and recognition.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created editorial & product photography for Australian brands. Partnered with Monash, La Trobe & University of Melbourne on high-profile projects.
Studio Manager at The Photo Studio
December 31, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Managed the day to day flow of a fast-paced high-end photography studio with 20+ staff. Controlling file management, lighting and setups to optimise daily workflow. Mentoring the interns and photographer assistants. Ensuring the guests being taken care of with flawless customer service.
Portrait & Fashion Photographer at Verve Portrait & Verve Intimate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art directed and photographed shoots with striking concepts and imagery many of which led to breaking sales records. Directed light design, set design that aligned with both the studio brand tone & client needs.
In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma. Implemented brand consistency across all digital and print platforms, building trust. Mentored a junior designer to execute design changes according to standards. Worked across teams to improve user experience and engagement. Designed 40+ mobile-first webpages focusing on user engagement. Implemented cross-platform branding for print, web & social. Directed 1500+ photography sessions over years, contributing to sales records. Delivered strategic design systems that improved client conversion rates.
Freelance Multimedia Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed ecommerce & portfolio websites that increased client leads. Developed complete brand identities, improving brand value and recognition.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created editorial & product photography for Australian brands. Partnered with Monash, La Trobe & University of Melbourne on high-profile projects.
Studio Manager at The Photo Studio
December 31, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations of a fast-paced high-end photography studio with 20+ staff. Controlled file management, lighting and setups to optimize workflow. Mentored interns and photography assistants. Ensured exceptional guest services.
Portrait & Fashion Photographer at Verve Portrait & Verve Intimate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art directed and photographed shoots with compelling concepts and imagery; many projects contributed to breaking sales records. Directed light and set design aligned with studio brand tone and client needs.
In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma; implemented brand consistency across digital and print platforms; mentored a junior designer; collaborated across teams to improve user experience and engagement; designed 40+ mobile-first webpages; developed cross-platform branding for print, web & social; directed 1500+ photography sessions; delivered design systems that enhanced client conversion.
Freelance Multimedia Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed ecommerce & portfolio websites and developed complete brand identities, boosting client leads and brand recognition.
Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created editorial & product photography for Australian brands; partnered with Monash, La Trobe & University of Melbourne on high-profile projects.
Studio Manager at The Photo Studio
December 31, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations of a fast-paced high-end photography studio with 20+ staff; oversaw file management, lighting and setups to optimise workflow; mentored interns and photography assistants; ensured flawless guest service.
Portrait & Fashion Photographer at Verve Portrait & Verve Intimate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art directed and photographed shoots with striking concepts; directed light design and set design aligned with studio brand tone and client needs.
In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma; ensured brand consistency across digital and print, building trust. Mentored a junior designer and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience. Created 40+ mobile-first webpages and implemented cross-platform branding. Directed photography sessions and contributed to design systems that improved client conversions.
Freelance Multimedia Designer
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed ecommerce & portfolio websites that increased client leads. Developed complete brand identities, improving brand value and recognition.
Freelance Photographer
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created editorial & product photography for Australian brands. Partnered with Monash, La Trobe & University of Melbourne on high-profile projects.
Studio Manager at The Photo Studio
December 31, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Managed day-to-day flow of a fast-paced high-end photography studio with 20+ staff. Oversaw file management, lighting and setups to optimize workflow. Mentored interns and photographer assistants. Ensured flawless customer service for guests.
Portrait & Fashion Photographer at Verve Portrait & Verve Intimate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art directed and photographed shoots with striking concepts and imagery. Directed light design and set design aligned with studio brand tone and client needs; several shoots contributed to breaking sales records.
In-house Graphic Designer at Verve Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed prototypes and responsive web designs in Figma; implemented brand consistency across digital and print platforms; mentored a junior designer; collaborated across teams to improve user experience and engagement; designed 40+ mobile-first webpages and led branding across print/web/social; directed 1500+ photography sessions with sales impact; delivered strategic design systems and improved client conversion rates.
Freelance Multimedia Designer at (Self-employed)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed ecommerce & portfolio websites, developed complete brand identities to enhance value and recognition.
Freelance Photographer at (Self-employed)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created editorial & product photography for Australian brands; partnered with Monash, La Trobe & University of Melbourne on high-profile projects.
Studio Manager at The Photo Studio
December 31, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Managed day-to-day flow of a fast-paced high-end photography studio with 20+ staff; controlled file management, lighting and setups to optimise daily workflow; mentored interns and photographer assistants; ensured guests received flawless customer service.
Portrait & Fashion Photographer at Verve Portrait & Verve Intimate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art directed and photographed shoots with striking concepts and imagery; directed light design and set design aligned with studio brand tone and client needs.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
UI/UX Design Course at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship at Mobility Lab – Monash
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Student Ambassador – Faculty of Design at Monash
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Italy Exchange Program – Collaborative Design & Sustainable at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
UI/UX Design Course at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship at Mobility Lab – Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Italy Exchange Program – Collaborative Design & Sustainable at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
UI/UX Design Course at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship at Mobility Lab – Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
UI/UX Design Course at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship at Mobility Lab – Monash
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Italy Exchange Program at Collaborative Design & Sustainable
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
UI/UX Design Course at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship at Mobility Lab – Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Italy Exchange Program – Collaborative Design & Sustainable at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025

Qualifications

Design Research Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Italy Exchange Program – Collaborative Design & Sustainable
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Student Ambassador – Faculty of Design, Monash
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Design Research Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet
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