Levi Hirvela

Language

English
Fluent
Finnish
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Designer and Content Maker at Australian Broadcasting Corporation
July 1, 2020 - Present
Responsible for Queensland News graphics across broadcast TV, on-demand platforms, and social media. Lead designer for nationally broadcast programs including Landline. Utilized Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D, Blender, and After Effects for motion graphics. Winner of Clarion Award for Best Artwork, Cartoon, Illustration, or Graphic (2021) and finalist in 2023.
Senior Art Director, Graphic, Motion and Digital Designer at Freelance (Global)
July 1, 2003 - Present
Provided freelance creative services for agencies such as Hoodlum Entertainment, GPY&R, Carbon Creative, and Panic Marketing. Specialized in motion graphics, art direction, and digital design across multiple platforms.
Senior Designer & Motion Artist/Editor at Young & Rubicam (now VMLY&R)
September 30, 2014 - July 16, 2025
Led the in-house production of TV commercials, reducing costs and improving delivery times. Created sizzle reels and award campaign tapes contributing to wins at Cannes Lions, BADC, and the Webby Awards. Designed high-impact proposal documents for client pitches.
Art Director and Motion Graphics at Laundromatte
June 30, 2009 - July 16, 2025
Delivered motion graphics and art direction for global brands including Disneyland, Mercedes Benz, Lionsgate, and Turner Networks.
Multimedia Editor/Graphic Designer at ICA Hong Kong
December 31, 2007 - July 16, 2025
Developed ICA's brand identity still in use today across all campuses. Directed video content for weekly programs and live events at this multi-campus church.
Graphics Coordinator/Designer at Boeing Australia
February 28, 2006 - July 16, 2025
Created Boeing Australia’s first advertising materials outside of its US headquarters. Produced annual reports, newsletters, technical graphics, and project proposals.
Graphic and Web Designer at Rover Street Media Group
May 31, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Designed and hand-coded websites for various internal and external commercial clients.
Senior Designer and Content Maker at Australian Broadcasting Corporation
July 20, 2020 - Present
Lead design for national broadcast programs, including Landline; in-house production of TVCs and multi-channel content; responsible for Queensland News graphics across a broad range of platforms; developed in-house AI and editorial guidelines to ensure content remains accurate and trustworthy; utilised Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D, Blender, and After Effects for visuals.
Senior Designer & Motion Artist/Editor at Young & Rubicam (now VM LY&R)
September 20, 2014 - September 13, 2025
Led the in-house production of TV commercials, reducing costs and improving delivery times. Created “dizzler reels” and award campaign tapes, contributing to wins at Cannes Lions, BAD&C, and the Webby Awards. Designed high-impact proposals for client pitches.
TV Commercial and Visual Art Director / Motion Graphics at Laundromatte
June 20, 2009 - September 13, 2025
TV commercial and visual art director and motion graphics lead; delivered motion graphics and art direction for global brands such as Disneyland, Mercedes-Benz, Lionsgate, and Turner Networks.
Multimedia Editor/Graphic Designer at ICA Hong Kong
December 20, 2007 - September 13, 2025
Multimedia Editor/Graphic Designer; developed ICA’s brand identity; directed video content for weekly programs and live events; produced in-house video content and live event coverage.
Graphics Coordinator/Designer at ICA Hong Kong
February 20, 2006 - September 13, 2025
Created Boeing Australia’s annual reports, newsletters, technical graphics, and project proposals.
Senior Designer and Content Maker at Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
July 20, 2020 - Present
Lead in-house production of national broadcast visuals, including TVCs and multi-channel content; responsible for design systems and asset delivery across ABC platforms.
Graphic and Web Designer at Rover Street Media Group
May 20, 2003 - September 13, 2025
Designed and hand-coded websites for internal and external commercial clients, contributing to branding and web campaigns.
Multimedia Editor / Graphic Designer at ICA Hong Kong
December 20, 2007 - September 13, 2025
Developed ICA’s brand identity and produced video content for weekly programs and live events; directed multimedia projects across campus channels.
TV Commercial & Visual Art Director / Motion Graphics at Laundromatte
June 20, 2009 - September 13, 2025
Delivered motion graphics and art direction for global brands including Disneyland, Mercedes-Benz, Lionsgate, and Turner Networks.
Senior Designer & Motion Artist / Editor at Young & Rubicam (now VMLY&R)
September 20, 2014 - September 13, 2025
Led in-house production of TVCs, reduced costs, and improved delivery times; created sizzle reels and award campaigns for Cannes Lions, BAD, and other recognitions.
Graphic Designer & Web Designer at Rover Street Media Group
May 20, 2003 - September 13, 2025
Designed and hand-coded websites for various internal and external commercial clients.
Senior Art Director, Graphic, Motion and Digital Designer at Freelance (Global)
July 20, 2003 - Present
Provided freelance creative services for agencies such as Hoodlum Entertainment, GYP&R, Carbon Creative, Panic Marketing, and others. Specialized in motion graphics, art direction, and digital design across multiple platforms.
Graphics Coordinator/Designer at Boeing Australia
February 20, 2006 - September 13, 2025
Created Boeing Australia's annual reports, newsletters, technical graphics, and project proposals.
Multimedia Editor / Graphic Designer at ICA Hong Kong
December 20, 2007 - September 13, 2025
Developed ICA's brand identity, still used today across all campuses. Directed video content for weekly programs and live events.
TV Commercial and Visual Art Director and Motion Graphics at Laundromatte
June 20, 2009 - September 13, 2025
Delivered TV commercial and visual art direction and motion graphics.
Senior Designer & Motion Artist/Editor at Young & Rubicam (now VMLY&R)
September 20, 2014 - September 13, 2025
Led in-house production of TV commercials, reducing costs and improving delivery times. Created reels and award campaign tapes.
Senior Designer & Content Maker at Australian Broadcasting Corporation
July 20, 2020 - Present
Responsible for Queensland News graphics across TV, on-demand platforms, and social media. Lead designer for national broadcast programs, including Landline.
Senior Designer & Content Maker at Australian Broadcasting Corporation
July 20, 2020 - Present
Led in-house design and content creation for national broadcast programs, including multi-channel on-air graphics and QA across platforms; contributed to Queensland News graphics across a broad range of platforms.
Senior Designer & Motion Artist/ Editor at Young & Rubicam (now VMLY&R)
September 20, 2014 - September 13, 2025
Led in-house production of TV commercials; developed sizzle reels; contributed to award campaigns; delivered multi-channel content and branded assets; helped win Cannes Lions.
TV Commercial and Visual Art Director and Motion Graphics at Laundromatte
June 20, 2009 - September 13, 2025
Delivered motion graphics and art direction for global brands; directed visuals and live events; created engaging motion graphics across campaigns.
Graphic Coordinator / Designer at ICA Hong Kong
December 20, 2007 - September 13, 2025
Developed brand identity; directed weekly program visuals; managed multi-channel design deliverables for church/organization.
Graphic and Web Designer at Rover Street Media Group
May 20, 2003 - September 13, 2025
Designed and hand-coded websites for internal and external commercial clients.

Education

Primary and High School at Citipointe College
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1998
Applied Design at University of Tasmania
February 27, 2024 - November 29, 2024
Design Thinking, Design Aesthetics, User Experience and Interfaces, Creative Entrepreneurship
Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Design in Arts at University of Tasmania
February 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Design in Arts at Citipointe College Brisbane
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1998
Undergraduate Certificate at University of Tasmania
February 20, 2024 - November 20, 2024
High School at Citipointe College Brisbane
January 19, 1988 - December 19, 1998
Undergraduate Certificate at University of Tasmania
February 20, 2024 - November 20, 2024
High School at Citipointe College Brisbane
January 1, 1988 - December 1, 1998
Undergraduate Certificate at University of Tasmania
February 20, 2024 - November 20, 2024
High School at Citipointe College Brisbane
January 19, 1988 - December 19, 1998
Undergraduate Certificate at University of Tasmania
February 20, 2024 - November 20, 2024
Secondary Education at Citipointe College Brisbane
January 19, 1988 - December 19, 1998

Qualifications

Clarion Awards
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
2022 Winner, 2023 Runner up
Cannes Lions
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Cannes Silver, Finalist, and Young Lion involvement.
Effie Awards
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Silver for V8 Supercars The Fanatic 500
Webby Awards
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Finalist for Suncorp Bank Blank To Bank
Clarion Award for Best Artwork, Cartoon, Illustration or Graphic (Winner)
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Clarion Award for Best Artwork, Cartoon, Illustration or Graphic (Finalist)
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Cannes Silver Lion
January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Webby Awards Finalist
December 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Cannes Finalist
January 1, 2013 - January 31, 2013
Clarion Award 2021 – Best Artwork, Cartoon, Illustration or Graphic
October 1, 2021 - September 13, 2025
Cannes Lions Silver Lion
January 20, 2014 - September 13, 2025
Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity – Finalist
December 1, 2013 - September 13, 2025
Webby Awards Finalist
January 20, 2013 - September 13, 2025
Award & Scholarship – Finalist Best Art Work, Cartoon, Illustration
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
Cannes Lions – Silver Lion (Award-related)
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Gaming, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Education