I’m Elody Hopkins, a multidisciplinary designer, artist, and writer based in Christchurch, New Zealand, with a background spanning graphic design, fashion design, illustration, and digital media. I love turning ideas into strong visual storytelling—moving from concept to design development and practical production, whether that’s building fashion details, crafting editorial layouts, or developing digital assets. I’m especially drawn to creative direction and hands-on making, with experience across brand identity, web design, illustration, and print & digital design. With formal training in fashion design and digital media, plus ongoing graphic design studies, I bring both creative vision and practical skills—helping projects feel cohesive, polished, and ready for real-world use.

Elody Hopkins

I’m Elody Hopkins, a multidisciplinary designer, artist, and writer based in Christchurch, New Zealand, with a background spanning graphic design, fashion design, illustration, and digital media. I love turning ideas into strong visual storytelling—moving from concept to design development and practical production, whether that’s building fashion details, crafting editorial layouts, or developing digital assets. I’m especially drawn to creative direction and hands-on making, with experience across brand identity, web design, illustration, and print & digital design. With formal training in fashion design and digital media, plus ongoing graphic design studies, I bring both creative vision and practical skills—helping projects feel cohesive, polished, and ready for real-world use.

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I’m Elody Hopkins, a multidisciplinary designer, artist, and writer based in Christchurch, New Zealand, with a background spanning graphic design, fashion design, illustration, and digital media. I love turning ideas into strong visual storytelling—moving from concept to design development and practical production, whether that’s building fashion details, crafting editorial layouts, or developing digital assets.

I’m especially drawn to creative direction and hands-on making, with experience across brand identity, web design, illustration, and print & digital design. With formal training in fashion design and digital media, plus ongoing graphic design studies, I bring both creative vision and practical skills—helping projects feel cohesive, polished, and ready for real-world use.

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Work Experience

Graphic Design Tutor/Web Developer at Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
January 1, 2025 - Present
Worked as a tutor and web developer, supporting learning while contributing to development tasks and student-facing needs.
Design Tutor (Frankie Mitchell Design Tutor, per resume text) at Frankie Mitchell Design
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Tutored and supported design-related learning, contributing to guidance and educational assistance for students.
Alterations & Customer Service at Carmen Slyver Frankie Mitchell
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Assisted with garment alterations and customer service, supporting fitting and adjustments while coordinating client needs.
Customer Service & Hospitality (Bar Attendant) at Sideline Sports Bar
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Supported customer service and hospitality operations, assisting with service flow and ensuring a positive guest experience.
Reception & Office Assistant at Max Tints
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Provided reception and office support, handling customer service and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Uniform Shop Manager at Medbury Primary School
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Managed uniform shop operations, supporting day-to-day customer needs and keeping products organized and ready for school requirements.

Education

Diploma in Digital Media & Design (Ongoing completion) at Yoobee College NZ
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2026
Diploma in Fashion Design at Design & Arts College NZ
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Certificate in Digital Media at Yoobee College NZ
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2026

Qualifications

Selected: New York Fashion Week 2024 (Showcase participation)
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Selected to showcase an original collection at New York Fashion Week 2024 (Flying Solo)
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail