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I am a creative and detail-driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in corporate document and publication design. After running a successful freelance design studio in South Africa, I established my practice in Auckland, collaborating with international and New Zealand-based clients across corporate, construction, and education sectors. I specialize in InDesign layout refinement, typography, and information hierarchy to transform text- and table-heavy content into visually compelling, easy-to-navigate designs. I’m known for clear communication, reliability, and a collaborative approach that ensures exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. I maintain brand integrity across all materials while delivering clarity and engagement, and I enjoy partnering with clients and marketing consultants through live review sessions and feedback rounds to ensure objectives are met.…I am a creative and detail-driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in corporate document and publication design. After running a successful freelance design studio in South Africa, I established my practice in Auckland, collaborating with international and New Zealand-based clients across corporate, construction, and education sectors. I specialize in InDesign layout refinement, typography, and information hierarchy to transform text- and table-heavy content into visually compelling, easy-to-navigate designs. I’m known for clear communication, reliability, and a collaborative approach that ensures exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. I maintain brand integrity across all materials while delivering clarity and engagement, and I enjoy partnering with clients and marketing consultants through live review sessions and feedback rounds to ensure objectives are met.

Lance Alistair Gunn

Art Director, Graphic Designer, Presentation Designer, +7

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I am a creative and detail-driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in corporate document and publication design. After running a successful freelance design studio in South Africa, I established my practice in Auckland, collaborating with international and New Zealand-based clients across corporate, construction, and education sectors. I specialize in InDesign layout refinement, typography, and information hierarchy to transform text- and table-heavy content into visually compelling, easy-to-navigate designs. I’m known for clear communication, reliability, and a collaborative approach that ensures exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. I maintain brand integrity across all materials while delivering clarity and engagement, and I enjoy partnering with clients and marketing consultants through live review sessions and feedback rounds to ensure objectives are met.…I am a creative and detail-driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in corporate document and publication design. After running a successful freelance design studio in South Africa, I established my practice in Auckland, collaborating with international and New Zealand-based clients across corporate, construction, and education sectors. I specialize in InDesign layout refinement, typography, and information hierarchy to transform text- and table-heavy content into visually compelling, easy-to-navigate designs. I’m known for clear communication, reliability, and a collaborative approach that ensures exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. I maintain brand integrity across all materials while delivering clarity and engagement, and I enjoy partnering with clients and marketing consultants through live review sessions and feedback rounds to ensure objectives are met.

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I am a creative and detail-driven Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in corporate document and publication design. After running a successful freelance design studio in South Africa, I established my practice in Auckland, collaborating with international and New Zealand-based clients across corporate, construction, and education sectors. I specialize in InDesign layout refinement, typography, and information hierarchy to transform text- and table-heavy content into visually compelling, easy-to-navigate designs.

I’m known for clear communication, reliability, and a collaborative approach that ensures exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. I maintain brand integrity across all materials while delivering clarity and engagement, and I enjoy partnering with clients and marketing consultants through live review sessions and feedback rounds to ensure objectives are met.

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Editorial Illustration

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Language

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Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director at LGDC

December 1, 2000 - Present

Lead the design and execution of multi-channel marketing materials to enhance brand awareness and boost client profitability; manage multiple design projects, meeting deadlines and budgets; collaborate with clients to develop brand strategies; act as brand custodian to maintain cohesive identities.

Senior Graphic Designer at Fox Strategic

December 31, 2000 - September 7, 2025

Led the design of high-impact visual presentations, translating client briefs into innovative design solutions, supervising junior designers, and coordinating with repro houses to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Publication Designer (D.T.P) / Art Director (Soccer News) at Publico/ABB & M Printing and Publishing (Pty) Ltd

September 30, 1998 - September 7, 2025

Layout and design of monthly magazines; managed adverts and advertorials; designed banners and promotional material for stadiums; sourced photographs from photographers and stock libraries.

Junior Graphic Designer / Production Assistant at Complete Publishing Pty. (Ltd)

January 10, 1995 - December 15, 1997

• Assisting the senior designers with basic layout. • Hand rendering draft ideas for presentation. • Preparing artwork for client presentations. • Working on design scamps with senior designers. • Liaising with repro houses with regard to final artwork.

Founder / Senior Graphic Designer at Lance Gunn Design Co.

December 1, 2000 - November 10, 2025

Founded and operated a freelance design studio delivering brand, marketing, and digital design solutions for clients across construction, finance, education, and corporate communications. Led end-to-end creative processes from concept to delivery across print and digital channels. Collaborated with clients and marketing consultants to align output with business objectives. Maintained a 98% client re-order rate through consistent quality and clear communication.

Senior Graphic Designer at Fox Strategic

December 31, 2000 - December 31, 2000

Designed corporate marketing and communications materials for high-profile clients, improving campaign engagement and client satisfaction. Collaborated with account executives and project managers to interpret briefs into creative, effective design solutions. Supervised junior designers, ensuring brand consistency and timely project delivery.

Publication Designer / Art Director at Publico / ABB & M Printing & Publishing

September 30, 1998 - September 30, 1998

Designed and produced national magazines including The Flying Springbok, Sawubona, Soccer News and Flight Path. Oversaw editorial layouts, advertising design, and image sourcing to meet strict publication deadlines.

Junior Designer / Production Assistant at Complete Publishing (Pty) Ltd

January 31, 1995 - January 31, 1995

Supported senior designers in layout, concept development, and final artwork preparation for print. Liaised with repro houses regarding final artwork.

Senior Graphic Designer, Art Direction at Fox Strategic

December 31, 2000 - December 31, 2000

Designed corporate marketing and communications materials for high-profile clients, improving campaign engagement and client satisfaction. Collaborated with account executives and project managers to translate briefs into creative design solutions. Supervised junior designers, ensuring brand consistency and timely project delivery.

Graphic Designer at Publico / ABB & M Printing & Publishing

September 30, 1998 - September 30, 1998

Worked on graphic design projects for printing and publishing; contributed to design for corporate materials and internal communications.

Junior Designer / Production Assistant at Complete Publishing (Pty) Ltd

January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Supported senior designers in layout, concept development, and final artwork preparation for print; liaised with repro houses regarding final artwork.

Education

National Diploma (N6) in Art and Design at Joubert Park Art School, Parktown Art College

January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1992

National Diploma (N6) in Art and Design at Joubert Park Art School, Parktown Art College

January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1992

National Diploma (N6) in Art and Design at Joubert Park Art School, Parktown Art College

January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1992

National Diploma (N6) in Art and Design at Joubert Park Art School / Parktown Art College

January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1992

Qualifications

The Complete Adobe After Effects Bootcamp: Basic to Advanced

January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025

Graphic Design Foundations: Typography

November 30, 0002 - September 7, 2025

National Diploma (N6) in Art and Design

January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1993

InDesign 2023 Quick Start

February 28, 2024 - February 28, 2024

LinkedIn Learning Refresher Course

Learning After Effects

April 10, 2024 - April 10, 2024

LinkedIn Learning Introduction to After Effects

Adobe After Effects Bootcamp: Basic to Advanced