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I am a designer who cares deeply about people, clarity, and craft. I love creating experiences that are visually strong and grounded in purpose, from tactile alphabet books to branding and illustration. I value collaboration, culture, and making work that feels genuine and inclusive. I have over 14 years in hospitality, where I've developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure. I bring a can-do attitude to keep projects moving and teams motivated.…I am a designer who cares deeply about people, clarity, and craft. I love creating experiences that are visually strong and grounded in purpose, from tactile alphabet books to branding and illustration. I value collaboration, culture, and making work that feels genuine and inclusive. I have over 14 years in hospitality, where I've developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure. I bring a can-do attitude to keep projects moving and teams motivated.

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I am a designer who cares deeply about people, clarity, and craft. I love creating experiences that are visually strong and grounded in purpose, from tactile alphabet books to branding and illustration. I value collaboration, culture, and making work that feels genuine and inclusive. I have over 14 years in hospitality, where I've developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure. I bring a can-do attitude to keep projects moving and teams motivated.…I am a designer who cares deeply about people, clarity, and craft. I love creating experiences that are visually strong and grounded in purpose, from tactile alphabet books to branding and illustration. I value collaboration, culture, and making work that feels genuine and inclusive. I have over 14 years in hospitality, where I've developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure. I bring a can-do attitude to keep projects moving and teams motivated.

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I am a designer who cares deeply about people, clarity, and craft. I love creating experiences that are visually strong and grounded in purpose, from tactile alphabet books to branding and illustration. I value collaboration, culture, and making work that feels genuine and inclusive. I have over 14 years in hospitality, where I’ve developed strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure. I bring a can-do attitude to keep projects moving and teams motivated.

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Work Experience

at University of Waikato (Research Scholarship)

February 28, 2023 - August 28, 2025

Conducted in-depth research comparing Māori theses from the 1990s to 2022, focusing on layout, typography, and design. Utilised Excel to categorize and analyze data, tracking trends and variations in design and formatting across different decades. Examined thesis guidelines to identify differences and changes in academic presentation, contributing to a broader understanding of evolving academic practices, especially for Māori students.

UX Intern at Gallagher

July 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025

Researched Product-Led Growth (PLG) strategies and collaborated with marketing, PMs, and UX designers. Contributed to design sprints and team workshops to define user needs and product goals. Designed wireframes and mockups in Adobe XD to demonstrate AI-integrated user flows. Presented UX insights and design concepts to stakeholders to inform product direction.

Student Demonstrator at Waikato University

December 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025

Assisted students with design projects and provided feedback on visual communication, layouts, and typography. Supported faculty during workshops by guiding students through Adobe Creative Suite tools and design processes. Helped foster a collaborative environment, encouraging students to explore creative solutions and improve their design outcomes.