Senior Graphic Designer with 20+ years of experience specialising in packaging and brand identity. I bring a proven ability to translate complex briefs into clear, engaging designs that connect with audiences. Experienced in collaborating with clients from Australia, Europe, China and the USA, I combine creative vision with production expertise to deliver impactful solutions across print and digital platforms. Passionate about packaging innovation, workflow optimisation, and supporting businesses of all sizes to grow through thoughtful design.

Daniel Presta

Senior Graphic Designer with 20+ years of experience specialising in packaging and brand identity. I bring a proven ability to translate complex briefs into clear, engaging designs that connect with audiences. Experienced in collaborating with clients from Australia, Europe, China and the USA, I combine creative vision with production expertise to deliver impactful solutions across print and digital platforms. Passionate about packaging innovation, workflow optimisation, and supporting businesses of all sizes to grow through thoughtful design.

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Senior Graphic Designer with 20+ years of experience specialising in packaging and brand identity. I bring a proven ability to translate complex briefs into clear, engaging designs that connect with audiences. Experienced in collaborating with clients from Australia, Europe, China and the USA, I combine creative vision with production expertise to deliver impactful solutions across print and digital platforms. Passionate about packaging innovation, workflow optimisation, and supporting businesses of all sizes to grow through thoughtful design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Industry Mentor at RMIT Online
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Served as a Digital Graphic Design Industry Mentor, supporting students in developing industry-ready skills.
Industry Mentor at RMIT Online
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Digital Graphic Design Industry Mentor. Guided emerging designers in industry practices, software skills, and professional workflows.
Design Manager at Promotional Products, Melbourne
January 1, 2018 - November 4, 2025
Graphic / digital design creation and management of promotional products for local and international clients. Photography, quality evaluation and web production.
Remote Senior Graphic Designer at Dan Presta Design
January 1, 2018 - June 15, 2024
Packaging, graphic, digital design, consultancy and strategy for Food, Pet Food, Seafood, and Product Industry brands distributed at Spotlight, Woolworths, and Coles. Collaborated with professional packing printers in Australia, Asia, Italy, and the USA. Australian production with A&M Packaging Australia and Roberts Edible Craft.
Design Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Lecturer of Design History and Communication Design. Design Culture, Modern Design, Design Analysis.
Design Manager at Promotional Products
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Managed graphic and digital design creation for promotional products targeting local and international clients. Responsible for photography, quality evaluation, and web production.
Creative Designer at Dome Garden Supplies, Melbourne
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
In charge of redesign of the company and all related sub-companies. Large-scale design projects, overseeing visual & aesthetics aspects to marketing strategy and product design. Created coordinated image that translated into effective advertising campaigns, sales growth, and a new professional look.
Design Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Lecturer in Design History and Communication Design, teaching Design Culture, Modern Design, and Design Analysis.
Design Consultant at Global Blueprint
January 1, 2012 - November 4, 2025
Design development and consultancy. Corporate image and marketing research.
Design Consultant at Global Blueprint - International trade and Logistics
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Provided design development and consultancy including corporate image and marketing research.
Creative Designer at Dome Garden Supplies
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Led redesign projects for Dome and sub-companies, driving visual and aesthetic improvements across marketing strategy and product design. Created a coordinated image that resulted in effective advertising campaigns, new products, sales growth, and a professional brand image. Collaborated closely with CEO, marketing teams, and sales managers while mentoring and coordinating graphic designers. Managed corporate design, advertising campaigns across graphic, print, and video, labels, packaging, POS, and exhibition design.

Education

Master's Degree at Swinburne University
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Doctoral Degree at Polytechnic of Milan
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Master Degree in Multimedia Design at Swinburne University, Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - November 4, 2025
Doctoral Degree of Industrial Design (Graphic/Corporate focused) at Polytechnic of Milan, Italy
January 11, 2030 - November 4, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Education, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment