I’m Sam Davison, a lifelong sports enthusiast and passionate creative with a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Visual Communication Design. My portfolio spans sports posters, logo design, brand identity, and illustration, showcasing my ability to craft visually compelling, brand-aligned content. With experience at Sky Sports, Cantabria Outdoors, and Clanky Clothing, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity, strategy, and innovation drive success.

Sam Fletcher Davison

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I’m Sam Davison, a lifelong sports enthusiast and passionate creative with a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Visual Communication Design. My portfolio spans sports posters, logo design, brand identity, and illustration, showcasing my ability to craft visually compelling, brand-aligned content. With experience at Sky Sports, Cantabria Outdoors, and Clanky Clothing, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity, strategy, and innovation drive success.

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I’m Sam Davison, a lifelong sports enthusiast and passionate creative with a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Visual Communication Design. My portfolio spans sports posters, logo design, brand identity, and illustration, showcasing my ability to craft visually compelling, brand-aligned content. With experience at Sky Sports, Cantabria Outdoors, and Clanky Clothing, I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity, strategy, and innovation drive success.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - November 27, 2025
Led social media and promotional design for various clients including Cantabria Outdoors and Sky Sports. Designed engaging content that strengthened brand identity and increased customer engagement.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Cantabria Outdoors
January 1, 2022 - Present
Led social media and promotional design, creating engaging content that strengthened brand identity and increased customer engagement.
Graphic Designer at Sky Sports
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed Super Rugby & FIFA World Cup materials, including posters, EDMs, and magazine spreads, displayed across bars, stadiums, and media outlets in New Zealand.
Graphic Designer at Clanky Clothing
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed bold apparel graphics for t-shirts and hoodies, expanding the brand’s product range and boosting online sales.
Graphic Designer at De Spa Cosmetic
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed award badges for Salcura, Rosalique, and Lily Lolo, aligning each piece with their brand identity.
Football Coach at Coop’s Football Coaching
October 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Delivered after-school football coaching sessions for groups of 6–14 children, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment.
Freelance Graphic Designer
January 1, 2022 - Present
Led social media and promotional design for various clients, creating engaging content that strengthened brand identities and increased customer engagement. Developed materials for events including Super Rugby and FIFA World Cup, aligning with brand guidelines and objectives.
Insight Marketing at Auckland
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Engaged directly with clients and the public, learning to communicate clearly and tailor solutions to meet diverse needs, while balancing creativity with practical marketing outcomes.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Various
January 1, 2022 - Present
Led social media and promotional design for Cantabria Outdoors, created Super Rugby & FIFA World Cup promotional materials for Sky Sports, developed apparel graphics for Clanky Clothing, and designed award badges for De Spa Cosmetic.
Football Coach (After-School Programmes) at Coop’s Football Coaching
October 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Delivered after-school football coaching sessions for groups of 6–14 children, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours) at Massey University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours) at Massey University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honors) at Massey University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honors) at Massey University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail
    paper New Zealand Parrot Family Children’s Book

    Illustrated children’s book concept introducing New Zealand’s native parrot family through a conservation-focused story. Combines hand-drawn illustration, kid-friendly copy, and clear layouts to help young readers understand adaptation, extinction, and the importance of protecting native species.

    paper Kākāpō Conservation Editorial Spread

    Long-form editorial feature exploring the strange and endangered world of the kākāpō, designed as a magazine-style conservation article. Focuses on immersive photography, clear typographic hierarchy, and structured columns to make complex ecological information readable and engaging.

    paper Fetchmate

    Fetchmate is a dog-focused product and brand I co-founded with a friend. I lead the design side, including the product form, colour palette, typography, logo, and illustration system, aiming to combine sport and dog play into one simple, durable strap-based product. My role covers visual identity, packaging and presentation design, and turning early prototypes into clear, market-ready visuals for web, socials, and pitch material.

    paper Sky Sports

    This project involved designing promotional posters for Sky Sports to support the Super Rugby season. The goal was to highlight standout players from each team while incorporating iconic city landmarks and cultural elements that reflect the identity of the competition. The design combines dynamic player compositions with layered visual elements to create a sense of movement and energy, while maintaining clarity across match information, team branding, and tournament details.

    paper Cantabria Outdoors

    Cantabria Outdoors is an outdoor adventure brand focused on durable camping and overlanding equipment. This project involved designing marketing graphics and promotional material to showcase key products and seasonal campaigns. The work focused on creating strong visual hierarchy, clear messaging, and imagery that captures the spirit of exploration, helping communicate the brand’s rugged and adventurous identity across digital marketing assets.

    paper Little Wheels

    Little Wheels is a character-driven brand identity designed for a children’s scooter brand. The project focused on creating a playful yet bold logo system that communicates motion, energy, and fun. By integrating custom illustration with strong typography, the design creates a distinctive visual identity that can scale across products, packaging, and promotional materials.