I’m Susan, a designer who loves creating beautiful visuals that people enjoy looking at. I have a knack for taking complexity and turning it into clean, beautifully executed work that feels inevitable to the viewer. With 25 years of experience, including time in London and eleven years co-owning a design agency, I’m currently Lead Designer at Tall Poppy Real Estate. I led a nationwide rebrand across New Zealand that lifted the agency’s perception and positioned it as a quality, sophisticated brand. I bring a calm, solution-focused approach and a passion for turning big ideas into clean, executed designs from concept to completion.…

Susan Tiumalu

I’m Susan, a designer who loves creating beautiful visuals that people enjoy looking at. I have a knack for taking complexity and turning it into clean, beautifully executed work that feels inevitable to the viewer. With 25 years of experience, including time in London and eleven years co-owning a design agency, I’m currently Lead Designer at Tall Poppy Real Estate. I led a nationwide rebrand across New Zealand that lifted the agency’s perception and positioned it as a quality, sophisticated brand. I bring a calm, solution-focused approach and a passion for turning big ideas into clean, executed designs from concept to completion.…

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I’m Susan, a designer who loves creating beautiful visuals that people enjoy looking at. I have a knack for taking complexity and turning it into clean, beautifully executed work that feels inevitable to the viewer.

With 25 years of experience, including time in London and eleven years co-owning a design agency, I’m currently Lead Designer at Tall Poppy Real Estate. I led a nationwide rebrand across New Zealand that lifted the agency’s perception and positioned it as a quality, sophisticated brand. I bring a calm, solution-focused approach and a passion for turning big ideas into clean, executed designs from concept to completion.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Owner / Senior Designer at Monsoon Creative
April 1, 2015 - Present
Co-founded and led the studio, handling client meetings, briefs, quotes, and end-to-end design production. Built enduring client relationships and consistently delivered high-quality branding, print, and digital work across multiple sectors, including corporate, government, and financial services.
Senior Designer at Waka Kohtahi (NZTA)
August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023
Brought in to support senior designers and manage overflow. Worked on a varied portfolio including Road to Zero initiatives, State Highway upgrades, and large traffic management projects. Engaged with internal clients, took briefs, designed, and delivered outcomes. Role extended from 3 months to 14 months.
Lead Designer at Tall Poppy Real Estate
October 1, 2023 - Present
Spearheaded a nationwide rebrand, unifying the identity of over 150 agents across New Zealand through refreshed digital, print, and marketing platforms. Translated business goals into impactful design solutions and led the brand through concept to completion.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Design at Massey University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
UX Design Course at Media Design School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Government, Real Estate & Construction, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment
    paper Tall Poppy Real Estate Nationwide Rebrand

    As Lead Designer at Tall Poppy Real Estate, I spearheaded a nationwide rebrand, unifying the identity of over 150 agents across New Zealand through refreshed digital, print, and marketing platforms. Skilled at translating business goals into impactful, visually compelling design solutions.