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I am a highly accomplished Senior Designer and Model Pack Specialist with extensive experience in animation, illustration, and graphic design. My career has allowed me to work on award-winning international productions for notable clients like ABC, Netflix, and Disney, where I’ve blended my hands-on creative skills with leadership roles. I have a passion for producing high-quality, engaging visual storytelling that resonates with audiences.
Throughout my career, I’ve demonstrated a strong capability in both mentoring teams and delivering exceptional design work. From leading departments to creating stunning character designs and animations, I thrive in environments where creativity and collaboration are paramount. My continuous drive for innovation and excellence fuels my commitment to visual storytelling in all its forms.
Experience Level
Work Experience
Department Team Lead – Sewing at Spotlight Queanbeyan
June 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026Led day-to-day operations of the sewing department, supervising staff and ensuring smooth workflow. Managed inventory control, delivered sales forecasting, and coordinated repairs for sewing machines.
Designer – Defence Kidz at Cheeky Little Media
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024Designed and illustrated the first 100-page Defence Kidz graphic novel while collaborating with creative teams to establish visual style and storytelling consistency.
Model Pack Designer – Space Nova (Series 2) at SLR Productions
January 1, 2023 - PresentCreated full model packs for Space Nova Series 2, delivering character turnarounds and production-ready assets.
Storyboard Revisionist / Cleanup Artist at Dave Enterprises
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Performed storyboard revisions and cleanup work for major productions, ensuring quality and consistency.
Model Pack Designer – Space Nova (Series 1) at SLR Productions
January 1, 2021 - PresentDesigned production-ready model packs for ABC’s Space Nova Series 1. Ensured consistency across animation teams.
Model Pack Designer – Alice-Miranda: A Royal Christmas Ball at SLR Productions
January 1, 2020 - PresentCreated model pack designs for a 2D animated feature film for STAN and Channel 9.
Model Pack Designer – The Alice-Miranda Movie at SLR Productions
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Delivered full model packs for feature-length 2D animated film.
Model Pack Designer – Beat Bugs (Mini Movie & Series 2) at Beyond Entertainment
January 1, 2017 - PresentModel pack design for Netflix’s Beat Bugs. Created character turnarounds, expression sheets, and poses.
Model Pack Designer at SLR Productions
January 1, 2015 - PresentWorked on various productions including Lexi and Lottie and The Skinner Boys.
Partner | Illustrator | Animator | Designer at Zarubin Design
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016Ran a successful creative studio delivering graphic design, illustration, animation, and pattern design.
Owner / Creative Director at The Enchanted Cupcake
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2016Designed and produced bespoke, artistic cupcakes for private and corporate clients. Managed branding, marketing, and customer relations.
Cleanup Supervisor | Character Lead | Senior Cleanup Artist at Walt Disney Animation Australia
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2006Supervised and mentored teams of up to 36 artists. Conducted performance appraisals and quality control.
Education
Certificate III at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026Diploma at Dover Heights TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026Certificate III – Headwear / Millinery at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026Diploma – Custom Clothing at Dover Heights TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026Certificate III – Headwear / Millinery at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Diploma – Custom Clothing at Dover Heights TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Flash Professional 8 at Walt Disney Animation Studios Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Photoshop CS2 at Chisholm Institute, Frankston
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026FrontPage 2003 at Chisholm Institute, Frankston
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Certificate III at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Diploma at Dover Heights TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Flash Professional 8 at Walt Disney Animation Studios Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Photoshop CS2 at Chisholm Institute, Frankston
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026FrontPage 2003 at Chisholm Institute, Frankston
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Certificate III at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Diploma at Dover Heights TAFE NSW
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Qualifications
Flash Professional 8
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Photoshop CS2
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education
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