I'm a passionate designer and illustrator with over 20 years of experience. I've led teams and projects, run my own design business, and worked within global agencies, always focused on challenging the status quo and finding better, more creative solutions. I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling visuals and helping brands grow through thoughtful design, branding, and campaigns.

Tim Christinat

I'm a passionate designer and illustrator with over 20 years of experience. I've led teams and projects, run my own design business, and worked within global agencies, always focused on challenging the status quo and finding better, more creative solutions. I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling visuals and helping brands grow through thoughtful design, branding, and campaigns.

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I’m a passionate designer and illustrator with over 20 years of experience. I’ve led teams and projects, run my own design business, and worked within global agencies, always focused on challenging the status quo and finding better, more creative solutions.

I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling visuals and helping brands grow through thoughtful design, branding, and campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Brand Director at Oneday Design
January 1, 2016 - Present
Brand Identity, Campaign Creative & Sales Assets, Capability Statements & Pitch Decks, Information Memorandums, Project & Development Marketing, Property Marketing Systems & Templates, Signage, OOH & Display, Web Design.
Designer at DEPT® Agency
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Concept and design production of marketing material for eBay Australia, including branding, digital display, OOH advertising, onsite assets and seasonal campaigns design and rollout. Presenting design concepts to eBay Australia client. Liaise with internal stakeholders and teams. Reporting to Art Director.
Lead Designer at DEPT® Agency
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Lead design for eBay Australia marketing production; mentoring and developing design team; concepting seasonal campaigns; liaising with local and global stakeholders; presenting to client; reporting to Art Director.
Designer at Koala Furniture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Branding and in-house signage; OOH campaigns; digital/print assets; signage and campaigns for in-house marketing.
Designer at Oneday Design
January 1, 2016 - Present
Concept and design production for real estate and property sector clients. Tasks included Brand Identity, Campaign Creative & Sales Assets, Capability Statements & Pitch Decks, Information Memorandums, Project & Development Marketing, Property Marketing Systems & Templates, Signage, OOH & Display, Web Design.
Designer at Loud Whisper
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Managed and executed design production for eBay Australia marketing, including branding, digital display, OOH advertising, onsite assets and seasonal campaigns. Mentored design team, acted as Brand Guardian, presented concepts to clients, and liaised with local and global stakeholders; reported to Executive Creative Director.
Lead Designer at Loud Whisper
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Led concepting and production for seasonal campaigns (Black Friday, EOFY, Christmas), oversaw design production, stand builds, and final assets; presented to eBay Australia client; supervised and mentored the design team; collaborated with internal stakeholders.
Branding/Design Lead at Koala Furniture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Branding and marketing assets for a sustainability-focused, direct-to-consumer furniture brand; responsible for brand identity, OOH campaigns, digital/print assets, and brand signage.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Communication (Design) at University of South Australia
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2003
Bachelor of Visual Communication (Design) at University of South Australia
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003
Bachelor of Visual Communication (Design) at University of South Australia
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet
    ebay Australia
    Digital media advertising for eBay Australia, alongside leading a design team responsible for delivering digital and print marketing assets across key campaigns and ongoing day-to-day marketing. The role combined hands-on creative execution with team leadership, ensuring consistent, high-quality output across fast-paced, high-volume deliverables. graphicdesigner branding designer
    ebay Australia Digital Marketing
    Led the design and creative output for eBay Australia’s marketing production, overseeing projects from initial ideation through to final delivery. Responsible for reviewing all design work, maintaining brand consistency as Brand Guardian, and presenting concepts directly to the client. Directed concept development for key seasonal campaigns including Black Friday, EOFY, and Christmas, as well as brand experience ideation, stand layouts, merchandise design, and oversight of production through to final build. Managed and mentored the design team, supporting their development while ensuring high-quality output across fast-paced deliverables. Collaborated closely with local and global stakeholders, reporting directly to the Executive Creative Director to align creative direction and execution. logo graphicdesigner branding illustrator designer webdesigner
    Koala Furniture
    Digital out-of-home campaign for Koala Furniture in Sydney, complemented by internal signage design to create a cohesive brand experience across external and in-store touchpoints. graphicdesigner branding designer
    ebay Australia Brand Activation
    Brand activation for a national eBay Australia retail marketing event, encompassing end-to-end creative development from initial branding through to activation design and merchandise. The work delivered a cohesive event experience across all touchpoints, ensuring strong visual consistency and engagement throughout. logo graphicdesigner branding illustrator designer
    ebay Australia Cologne
    Branding for marketing event for Ebay Australia, their very own cologne, sold and supporting an Australian charity logo graphicdesigner branding designer packaging labels
    Adelaide Entertainment Centre - Backstage Graphics
    A series of over 20 backstage door illustrations, developed alongside a cohesive visual system for a members’ lounge and directional signage. The work brings consistency and character across spatial touchpoints, combining illustration and environmental design to enhance wayfinding and elevate the overall brand experience. graphicdesigner illustrator designer branding
    Distill Health Bar Branding
    Brand identity for a cocktail bar in Adelaide, South Australia, spanning visual identity, menus, signage, window decals, and website design. The work establishes a cohesive brand experience across all touchpoints, balancing atmosphere and clarity to create a distinctive and immersive hospitality presence. photo illustrator graphicdesigner branding designer