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Hi, I’m Murray. I’m a concept designer specializing in sci-fi mechanical design. I studied entertainment design for film and games at CDW Studios and have worked as a designer for multiple companies since. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Blender, and I love exploring new creative outlets like photography, animation, and building with LEGO. My biggest ambition is to one day contribute to a pipeline alongside fellow creatives and make something I’m proud of. I’m excited to translate briefs into bold visuals, lead through concepts and collaboration, and keep growing across art direction, storytelling, and multi-disciplinary workflows in an industry pipeline.…Hi, I’m Murray. I’m a concept designer specializing in sci-fi mechanical design. I studied entertainment design for film and games at CDW Studios and have worked as a designer for multiple companies since. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Blender, and I love exploring new creative outlets like photography, animation, and building with LEGO. My biggest ambition is to one day contribute to a pipeline alongside fellow creatives and make something I’m proud of. I’m excited to translate briefs into bold visuals, lead through concepts and collaboration, and keep growing across art direction, storytelling, and multi-disciplinary workflows in an industry pipeline.

Murray Dawson

Concept Artist, Designer, Illustrator, +3

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Hi, I’m Murray. I’m a concept designer specializing in sci-fi mechanical design. I studied entertainment design for film and games at CDW Studios and have worked as a designer for multiple companies since. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Blender, and I love exploring new creative outlets like photography, animation, and building with LEGO. My biggest ambition is to one day contribute to a pipeline alongside fellow creatives and make something I’m proud of. I’m excited to translate briefs into bold visuals, lead through concepts and collaboration, and keep growing across art direction, storytelling, and multi-disciplinary workflows in an industry pipeline.…Hi, I’m Murray. I’m a concept designer specializing in sci-fi mechanical design. I studied entertainment design for film and games at CDW Studios and have worked as a designer for multiple companies since. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Blender, and I love exploring new creative outlets like photography, animation, and building with LEGO. My biggest ambition is to one day contribute to a pipeline alongside fellow creatives and make something I’m proud of. I’m excited to translate briefs into bold visuals, lead through concepts and collaboration, and keep growing across art direction, storytelling, and multi-disciplinary workflows in an industry pipeline.

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Hi, I’m Murray. I’m a concept designer specializing in sci-fi mechanical design. I studied entertainment design for film and games at CDW Studios and have worked as a designer for multiple companies since. I’m proficient in Photoshop and Blender, and I love exploring new creative outlets like photography, animation, and building with LEGO.

My biggest ambition is to one day contribute to a pipeline alongside fellow creatives and make something I’m proud of. I’m excited to translate briefs into bold visuals, lead through concepts and collaboration, and keep growing across art direction, storytelling, and multi-disciplinary workflows in an industry pipeline.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Logo

Intermediate

Photo

Intermediate

Work Experience

Cinema Worker at Wallis Cinema

June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025

Customer service, displaying promotions, enforcing policies.

Driveway Attendant at X Convenience

May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024

Customer service, preparing food, forecourt maintenance.

Sales Associate at EB Games

October 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Customer Service, processing and packaging stock.

Librarian at Mt Barker Library

June 1, 2017 - Present

Assisting children’s programs, archiving material.

Glassy/Food-runner at The Bridgewater Inn

May 1, 2015 - December 1, 2018

Customer service, carrying food, washing dishes.

Concept Artist, Lead Artist/ Art Director at Mini Mammoth Games

November 1, 2024 - Present

Sketched and painted concepts to a brief and deadline in a professional setting, gaining valuable insight and connections. Worked on large scale concepts for 3rd party clients and internal projects. Developed skills in graphic design, marketing, modelling and texturing. Currently overseeing the creative and artistic roadmap for the Studio’s flagship title, creating foundational concepts and overseeing 2D and 3D artists working on the project. Successfully adapted workflows such as modelling and animation into my professional repertoire to guide and critique fellow artists. Documented and managed team rostering and task delegation to maximise efficiency.

Assistant Teacher at CDW Studios

February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Tracked and recorded students’ homework submissions, gave written, verbal and drawn feedback and helped keep students and teachers on track during lessons. Built relationships with students with different needs and supported industry veterans. Set up and packed up each lesson, took attendance and fulfilled end-of-day duties.

Lead Creative at Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club

August 1, 2024 - Present

Lead Creative for the March Classic, the Southern Hemisphere's premier freshwater sailing event. Oversaw the development of the event's comprehensive creative strategy, including branding, design, and brand asset creation. Executed a national and international promotional campaign, establishing the event's reputation. Gained expertise in event branding, digital marketing, and cross-cultural communications.

Lead Designer and Illustrator at Michelle’s Kitchen

April 1, 2024 - Present

Produced brand logo, marketing content, and designs for the company aesthetic. Communicated with management to deliver illustrations to abstract and nuanced briefs. Delivered premium quality visuals on strict deadlines and strengthened client relationships.

Designer and Illustrator at Commission by content creators

January 1, 2024 - Present

Designed characters and environments, meeting industry standards for content creator brand profiles. Produced banners and icons for major streaming service image requirements. Streamlined revision process and bridged creative language with clients.