I specialise in delivering strategic high impact visual solutions for premium global brands and major organisations across government, infrastructure, mining, transport, energy, retail and technology. My expertise spans the full design lifecycle from conceptualising cohesive brand narratives and designing comprehensive brand guidelines to producing compelling digital and print assets including social media visuals, website designs, banners, copywriting, infographics, iconography, magazine design, editorial ads, flyers, posters, expo displays, email marketing, publications, maps, signage, branded merchandise, billboards, and premium packaging. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and AI integration tools, I translate creative briefs into thoughtful designs that drive meaningful engagement and support business objectives. I’ve successfully delivered over 800 design projects while collaborating closely with marketers, engineers, executive teams, vendors, and cross functional stakeholders. Known for balancing creative excellence with strategic thinking, I thrive managing multiple projects in fast paced environments, meeting deadlines, and exceeding client expectations. Passionate about mentoring emerging designers and staying ahead of industry trends, I bring an innovative perspective that helps brands connect authentically with their audiences through thoughtful, engaging design.

Vanessa Burgess

I specialise in delivering strategic high impact visual solutions for premium global brands and major organisations across government, infrastructure, mining, transport, energy, retail and technology. My expertise spans the full design lifecycle from conceptualising cohesive brand narratives and designing comprehensive brand guidelines to producing compelling digital and print assets including social media visuals, website designs, banners, copywriting, infographics, iconography, magazine design, editorial ads, flyers, posters, expo displays, email marketing, publications, maps, signage, branded merchandise, billboards, and premium packaging. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and AI integration tools, I translate creative briefs into thoughtful designs that drive meaningful engagement and support business objectives. I’ve successfully delivered over 800 design projects while collaborating closely with marketers, engineers, executive teams, vendors, and cross functional stakeholders. Known for balancing creative excellence with strategic thinking, I thrive managing multiple projects in fast paced environments, meeting deadlines, and exceeding client expectations. Passionate about mentoring emerging designers and staying ahead of industry trends, I bring an innovative perspective that helps brands connect authentically with their audiences through thoughtful, engaging design.

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I specialise in delivering strategic high impact visual solutions for premium global brands and major organisations across government, infrastructure, mining, transport, energy, retail and technology. My expertise spans the full design lifecycle from conceptualising cohesive brand narratives and designing comprehensive brand guidelines to producing compelling digital and print assets including social media visuals, website designs, banners, copywriting, infographics, iconography, magazine design, editorial ads, flyers, posters, expo displays, email marketing, publications, maps, signage, branded merchandise, billboards, and premium packaging. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and AI integration tools, I translate creative briefs into thoughtful designs that drive meaningful engagement and support business objectives.

I’ve successfully delivered over 800 design projects while collaborating closely with marketers, engineers, executive teams, vendors, and cross functional stakeholders. Known for balancing creative excellence with strategic thinking, I thrive managing multiple projects in fast paced environments, meeting deadlines, and exceeding client expectations. Passionate about mentoring emerging designers and staying ahead of industry trends, I bring an innovative perspective that helps brands connect authentically with their audiences through thoughtful, engaging design.

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Graphic Designer | Marketing Specialist at Aletek
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Designed and rolled out a global rebranding initiative, aligning visuals and content with new brand positioning for mining audiences. Aligned in-house design with global team needs, delivering 100+ creative projects across Australia, North America, LATAM and Indonesia. Authored and rolled out global brand guidelines under the ‘Built to Protect’ strategy, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints. Designed high-impact product launch visuals, catalogs, technical guides, trade brochures, expo suites, spatial designs, white papers, promotional calendars, and POS materials, which increased market presence and engagement with target audiences. Produced lead-generation static and small animation assets for web, social and out-of-home campaigns, which increased online engagement and sales channel enquiries. Produced and enhanced product photography, optimising for larger formats to elevate brand image and increase digital conversions. Streamlined print production processes and strengthen
Graphic Designer | Communications Advisor at Department of Transport and Main Roads
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Created multi-format communication materials; maps, interpretive signage, brochures, infographics and digital graphics for $100M+ infrastructure projects. Produced compelling visual content and copy for public engagement, stakeholder updates, and ministerial reports. Collaborated with engineers, senior communications advisors and marketing teams to align messaging with project milestones and ministerial reporting standards.
Communications Designer at Australian Rail Track Corporation, Inland Rail
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Delivered 800+ print and digital design projects, including infographics, advertising, publications, motion graphics, and interactive assets, improving stakeholder understanding and campaign impact. Led brand refresh by defining tone of voice and producing 400+ bespoke storytelling icons, strengthening brand engagement. Produced 90+ page environmental impact documents for the national infrastructure project, supporting decision-making and public transparency. Created social media content, animations, and digital screens that boosted audience reach and engagement. Developed campaign templates, style guides, and brand resources to ensure a cohesive visual identity across all channels.
Brand Graphic Designer at Tritium
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Rolled out a new global visual identity across print, digital, and product design, strengthening global brand recognition. Produced over 100 branded product designs for high-profile clients including Schneider Electric, NRMA, and Evie Networks enhancing client visibility in competitive markets. Created brochures, product wraps, signage, social media assets, presentations and event materials for global markets, driving brand consistency. Increased audience engagement at international trade shows, product launches and Electric Vehicle (EV) site locations.
Graphic Designer at Evolt Lighting
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Designed product packaging for multiple smart lighting brands, ensuring compliance and strong market appeal. Produced digital marketing assets (eDMs, web banners) and print materials (brochures, instruction manuals, datasheets). Managed product photography and editing for marketing and technical documentation, and website. Maintained brand consistency across packaging, marketing collateral and compliance labelling.
Visual Designer at SMG Technologies (Catapult Sports Technology)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Designed brand identities and marketing assets for sports and healthcare predictive analytics platforms. Created landing pages, pitch decks, proposals, and infographics that simplified complex data and supported faster decision-making.

Education

Bachelor of Marketing at Swinburne University
February 1, 2005 - November 30, 2008
Certificate IV in Graphic Design at Shillington College
August 30, 2012 - January 30, 2013

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Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment

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