I am a highly experienced creative with over 20 years of hands-on expertise in graphic design, animation, video, and audio production. My work is grounded in the belief that design is a tool for solving complex problems and strengthening human-product relationships. I specialise in building brand identities, visualising strategic content (notably for military and government), and producing engaging multimedia assets. I bring value through project management, strategic communication delivery, and small team leadership. I have led creative teams on high-pressure Defence and public sector projects, coordinating between stakeholders and creatives to deliver targeted, high-impact results.

Chris Lancaster

I am a highly experienced creative with over 20 years of hands-on expertise in graphic design, animation, video, and audio production. My work is grounded in the belief that design is a tool for solving complex problems and strengthening human-product relationships. I specialise in building brand identities, visualising strategic content (notably for military and government), and producing engaging multimedia assets. I bring value through project management, strategic communication delivery, and small team leadership. I have led creative teams on high-pressure Defence and public sector projects, coordinating between stakeholders and creatives to deliver targeted, high-impact results.

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I am a highly experienced creative with over 20 years of hands-on expertise in graphic design, animation, video, and audio production. My work is grounded in the belief that design is a tool for solving complex problems and strengthening human-product relationships.

I specialise in building brand identities, visualising strategic content (notably for military and government), and producing engaging multimedia assets. I bring value through project management, strategic communication delivery, and small team leadership. I have led creative teams on high-pressure Defence and public sector projects, coordinating between stakeholders and creatives to deliver targeted, high-impact results.

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Work Experience

Creative Lead, Brand Strategy and Design at Australian Army – Special Forces Brand Evolution
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Directed the creative evolution of the Australian Special Forces brand, redefining its identity to reflect a modern, elite capability and ensuring a cohesive, high-impact presence across digital, print and environmental platforms.
Creative Director and Engagement Lead at Australian Army – Chief of Army Symposium
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Led the creative direction and delivery of the Chief of Army Symposium, overseeing event identity, communications and stakeholder engagement to ensure a seamless and high-impact experience that elevated Army’s strategic messaging and reputation.
Design Lead, Brand and Audio Communications at Department of Defence – RICO Program
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Led the evolution of a high-tech Defence brand, merging precision design with modern communication. Directed visual identity, produced and mastered podcasts, and developed an integrated audio-design framework that positioned RICO as a forward-looking Defence innovation program.
Creative Lead, Design and Communications at Australian Army – Future Ready Workforce
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
As Creative Lead for the Future Ready Workforce program, I directed the visual and narrative design of Army’s workforce modernisation campaign. I translated complex workforce concepts into contemporary design systems, storytelling, and digital engagement tools to position the program as modern and forward-looking.

Education

BA ARTS at ANU
December 20, 2000 - December 15, 2004
Sub majors Anthropplogy, Media, Asian studies

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Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment