With 30+ years’ experience across brand, print, and digital design, I’ve led creative teams, run my own agency, and partnered with clients across finance, health, government, energy, entertainment, and not-for-profit. My foundation in print sharpens my precision, structure, and storytelling, while my current work spans brand, publication, and digital design. Recognised as a collaborative problem-solver, I bring seasoned insight, creative thinking, and strategic clarity to every project.

Richard De Angelis

With 30+ years’ experience across brand, print, and digital design, I’ve led creative teams, run my own agency, and partnered with clients across finance, health, government, energy, entertainment, and not-for-profit. My foundation in print sharpens my precision, structure, and storytelling, while my current work spans brand, publication, and digital design. Recognised as a collaborative problem-solver, I bring seasoned insight, creative thinking, and strategic clarity to every project.

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With 30+ years’ experience across brand, print, and digital design, I’ve led creative teams, run my own agency, and partnered with clients across finance, health, government, energy, entertainment, and not-for-profit. My foundation in print sharpens my precision, structure, and storytelling, while my current work spans brand, publication, and digital design. Recognised as a collaborative problem-solver, I bring seasoned insight, creative thinking, and strategic clarity to every project.

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Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at The Online Creative Agency
January 1, 2008 - November 10, 2025
Founded and directed a boutique creative studio delivering brand, digital, and publication solutions for businesses and not-for-profits across various sectors. Led strategy, creative direction, and design across identity, digital, campaigns, and publications.
Senior Creative / Studio Manager at Creatis – Williams Lea
December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Established and led two on-site studios for high-profile clients, directing brand and marketing campaigns. Managed multidisciplinary teams while liaising with senior stakeholders.
Freelance Senior Creative / Art Director & Graphic Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Delivered art direction and design across publishing, fashion, retail, automotive, FMCG, and not-for-profit sectors. Developed integrated below-the-line advertising and direct marketing campaigns across print, POS, events, and digital channels.
Senior Creative / Studio Manager at Creatis – Williams Lea
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Established and led two on-site studios for high-profile clients. Directed brand and marketing campaigns, including a full rebrand and campaign relaunch for ME Bank.
Design Lecturer at Grenadi School of Design
December 31, 2002 - December 31, 2002
Designed curriculum and taught courses in graphic design theory, software, and studio practice at diploma level. Mentored students in real-world design processes.
Senior Designer at Media Equation (Boutique Design Agency)
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Led design and art direction for corporate, cultural, and government clients, overseeing flagship projects like annual reports and publications.
Design Lecturer at Grenadi School of Design
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Designed curriculum and taught courses in graphic design theory, software, and studio practice at diploma level. Delivered lectures and workshops to full- and part-time students.
Senior Designer / Art Director at Pacific Magazines
December 31, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Designed editorial layouts and publications across leading titles, transitioning into in-house Creative Services to produce client advertising materials.
Senior Designer at Media Equation (Boutique Design Agency)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001
Led design and art direction for corporate, cultural, and government clients. Delivered flagship projects including the NAB and Orica Annual Reports.
Senior Designer / Art Director at Pacific Magazines
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Designed editorial layouts and worked on publications across leading entertainment and lifestyle titles.

Education

Bachelor of Arts — Advertising & Art Direction (Graphic Design) at RMIT University
February 1, 1990 - November 30, 1993
Certificate in Web Design at Grenadi School of Design
January 11, 2030 - March 25, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Consumer Goods, Government, Education, Retail