I'm a versatile freelance Graphic Designer with extensive experience across digital, print, event and brand design. I've worked with national and international clients to deliver powerful, audience-focused creative solutions. I'm focused on freelance collaborations that offer creative challenges and the opportunity to produce fresh, strategic design outcomes. I have strong skills in brand and marketing design, digital and web tools, video and motion design, and event collaboration. I enjoy working closely with teams and clients to bring creative ideas to life while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines.

Kate Evans

I'm a versatile freelance Graphic Designer with extensive experience across digital, print, event and brand design. I've worked with national and international clients to deliver powerful, audience-focused creative solutions. I'm focused on freelance collaborations that offer creative challenges and the opportunity to produce fresh, strategic design outcomes. I have strong skills in brand and marketing design, digital and web tools, video and motion design, and event collaboration. I enjoy working closely with teams and clients to bring creative ideas to life while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines.

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I’m a versatile freelance Graphic Designer with extensive experience across digital, print, event and brand design. I’ve worked with national and international clients to deliver powerful, audience-focused creative solutions. I’m focused on freelance collaborations that offer creative challenges and the opportunity to produce fresh, strategic design outcomes.

I have strong skills in brand and marketing design, digital and web tools, video and motion design, and event collaboration. I enjoy working closely with teams and clients to bring creative ideas to life while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at J. A. Russell Ltd
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Sole designer for all in-house graphics including flyers, event collateral, signage, uniforms, and editable PDFs. Maintained brand guidelines as brand guardian. Managed company website, landing pages, email marketing, workflows, intranet content, Google Business listings, and email signatures for 800+ staff. Designed and produced bi-monthly product catalogs, wall planners, diaries, calendars, and other high-volume print assets. Supported events including design of collateral, uniforms, and signage. Created tutorials, mentored juniors and freelancers, and provided internal support and administrative assistance.
Graphic Designer at J. A. Russell Ltd
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Sole designer for all in-house graphics including flyers, event collateral, signage, and promo materials. Maintained and updated brand guidelines, managed company website and digital content via Wix and HubSpot, designed print catalogues and high-volume print assets, supported events and campaigns, and created tutorials and internal design support for team and freelancers.
Senior Designer at Crank’d Media
January 1, 2022 - June 17, 2024
Created polished video edits in After Effects with engaging sound design. Managed projects ensuring consistent high-quality design outcomes across stages. Developed standout branding, style guides, corporate and marketing collateral for clients. Designed websites and wireframes in Figma, produced web and social media content. Provided art direction for product photoshoots and created presentation decks aligned with client branding. Collaborated across teams and cultures to deliver cohesive campaigns. Focused on effective marketing strategies and powerful client identities.
Senior Designer at Crank’d Media
January 1, 2022 - June 14, 2024
Created polished video edits in After Effects, managed projects from concept to completion, developed standout branding and marketing assets, designed websites and digital assets in Figma, provided art direction for product photoshoots, and collaborated with internal and external teams including learning Japanese to enhance communication. Developed and maintained digital design and branding consistency across campaigns.
Freelancer at Kate-Evans
February 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Managed own freelance business, working with a variety of companies worldwide on diverse projects. Delivered end-to-end brand design and development, including creation of brand assets, templates, presentation decks, and marketing materials. Created print-ready and web-ready assets, packaging die lines, mockups, and website builds via Wix and Squarespace. Liaised with international clients and event managers to deliver effective solutions with creative and technical skillsets. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and product photography/editing. Conducted research, developed personas and storyboards for personal projects, staying current with design trends.
Freelancer at Kate-Evans
February 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022
Worked with a variety of national and international companies across a range of projects including brand and graphic design, digital and print production, collaboration with clients and event managers, and technical skills in Adobe Creative Suite and photography/video editing. Delivered fresh, strategic design outcomes and liaised with international clients to meet diverse project needs.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ganapati PLC
October 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021
Created all in-house graphics, developed brand guidelines, and acted as brand guardian. Produced wide range of assets including presentation decks, catalogues, infographics, social media content, and event signage. Developed standout branding, style guides, and corporate collateral for clients. Designed mobile-optimized websites, wireframes, and web assets. Created animations, GIFs, and web-ready files. Storyboarded and edited videos in After Effects, providing art direction and basic animation. Designed booths for international events and collaborated with external agencies and teams. Pitched ideas, responded to feedback, and worked across teams and cultures, including learning Japanese to enhance communication. Supported internal juniors and freelancers.
Senior Graphic Designer at Ganapati PLC
October 1, 2019 - February 28, 2021
Designed and developed brand guidelines, large-scale event signage, and digital assets including social media content and animations. Provided video and motion design for marketing and gaming content, storyboarded and edited videos, collaborated internationally across teams, and maintained high standards in project management, branding, and communication within a B2B and B2C focused gaming industry company.
Graphic Designer at Hancocks
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Managed projects independently from concept to completion, balancing multiple briefs and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard. Liaised with printers, created packaging die-lines, and supplied print-ready and web-ready artwork. Produced high-quality POS, billboards, and retail communication collateral. Designed engaging marketing campaigns and materials across print, digital, events, and brand merchandise while working with diverse brand guidelines to ensure consistency. Created wireframes for website revamps and digital assets including social media graphics, banners, and email signatures. Designed large-scale event signage, props, and collateral for trade shows, and created branded merchandise such as apparel and packaging. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, laser cutting, and team collaboration.
Graphic Designer at Hancocks
August 1, 2017 - May 31, 2019
Managed projects independently from concept to completion, liaised with printers, created packaging die-lines, and produced high-quality POS, billboards, retail communication collateral, and brand marketing materials for beverage brands. Worked within diverse brand guidelines, produced wireframes and digital assets, and supported large-scale event signage and branded merchandise production.

Education

Bachelor of Design at AUT University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Semester abroad at Fachhochschule Salzburg
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
High School Diploma at University of Waikato
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Completed a paper in Social Media and Digital Marketing at Massey University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Design at AUT University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Semester abroad working towards Bachelor of Design at Fachhochschule Salzburg
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Completed a paper in Law and Social Ethics while in High School at University of Waikato
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Completed a paper in Social Media and Digital Marketing at Massey University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

Bachelor of Design
February 25, 2013 - December 17, 2025
ACE training course in After Effects
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Gaming, Professional Services, Consumer Goods