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Hi, I’m Tessa King, a branding and design specialist based in Adelaide. I craft thoughtful brand systems, logos, art direction, and illustration for culture, arts, and consumer experiences. My work blends expressive visuals with clear communication across print, digital, and social media. I’ve collaborated with festivals, publishers, and retailers to create cohesive identities and engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through design and enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, beautiful experiences.…Hi, I’m Tessa King, a branding and design specialist based in Adelaide. I craft thoughtful brand systems, logos, art direction, and illustration for culture, arts, and consumer experiences. My work blends expressive visuals with clear communication across print, digital, and social media. I’ve collaborated with festivals, publishers, and retailers to create cohesive identities and engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through design and enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, beautiful experiences.

Tessa King

Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Brand Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Tessa King, a branding and design specialist based in Adelaide. I craft thoughtful brand systems, logos, art direction, and illustration for culture, arts, and consumer experiences. My work blends expressive visuals with clear communication across print, digital, and social media. I’ve collaborated with festivals, publishers, and retailers to create cohesive identities and engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through design and enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, beautiful experiences.…Hi, I’m Tessa King, a branding and design specialist based in Adelaide. I craft thoughtful brand systems, logos, art direction, and illustration for culture, arts, and consumer experiences. My work blends expressive visuals with clear communication across print, digital, and social media. I’ve collaborated with festivals, publishers, and retailers to create cohesive identities and engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through design and enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, beautiful experiences.

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Hi, I’m Tessa King, a branding and design specialist based in Adelaide. I craft thoughtful brand systems, logos, art direction, and illustration for culture, arts, and consumer experiences. My work blends expressive visuals with clear communication across print, digital, and social media.

I’ve collaborated with festivals, publishers, and retailers to create cohesive identities and engaging visuals. I’m passionate about storytelling through design and enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, beautiful experiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic designer at Iluminate Adelaide

January 1, 2025 - Present

Branding & identity, event design, signage & wayfinding, layout, advertising, web, digital & socials, merchandise, audio visual design. Fast-paced environment; working between creative & technical teams; design for public experience; new brand concept and delivery.

Graphic designer at We’re Open

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Branding & identity, packaging, signage & wayfinding, exhibition graphics, layout & publication, web & digital, interior & surface design; working to briefs; time management; studio environment & collaboration.

Graphic designer at Adelaide Festival Corporation

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Layout & promotions, signage, wayfinding & infrastructure, web, digital & TVC; project management; tight deadlines; working to brand guidelines; designing for public experience; attention to detail.

Multimedia designer at Haigh’s Chocolates

January 1, 2020 - Present

Art direction, photoshoot management, promotion strategisation, layout, signage & interior decoration, digital content & website management, brand update & style guide design; fast turnover promotional design; art directing and major project management; website upgrade and management of online store; quick learning.

Graphic design consultant at SA Power Networks

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Infographics, layout & reports, art direction, photoshoot management; managing multiple projects; designing within corporate style guide; working efficiently; simplifying complex information.

Graphic designer at Big Fish studio, London

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Packaging, illustration, print preparation; large-scale creative environment; assist on real briefs; learning from senior designers & creatives.

Graphic design and pre-press work at Kwik Kopy Unley

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Print production, client management, promotional & layout, packaging; small business setting; client contact and management; working to time & cost restraints; attention to detail; technical & practical skills.

Internship at Enoki studio

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Branding, illustration, typesetting, print preparation; access to real briefs; concept generation; studio process & pace.

Freelance graphic design

January 1, 2014 - Present

Branding & identity strategy, signage, packaging, illustration, print & layout, promotion graphics, web, digital & social media, illustration & technical drawing; clients include Simple, Frame, Showpony, Cul-De-Sac Creative, State Opera South Australia, Department of Environment & Water, ech, Loverboy, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Felicita gelato, WAMA Foundation, Mövenpick, Majestic Hotels.

Graphic Designer at Big Fish Studio (London)

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Packaging, illustration, print preparation; large-scale creative environment, assisting on real briefs and learning from senior designers & creatives.

Graphic Design & Pre-Press at Kwik Kopy Unley

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Print production, client management, promotional & layout, packaging in a small business setting; client contact, time & cost restraints, attention to detail, technical & practical skills.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2014 - Present