I’m Gia Bao Nguyen, a Melbourne-based designer and illustrator with a passion for storytelling through visual design. My work blends playful creativity with thoughtful strategy from character and packaging design to branding and campaign development. I love turning ideas into engaging visuals that connect people and culture, drawing inspiration from everyday details and contemporary trends.

Gia Bao Nguyen

I’m Gia Bao Nguyen, a Melbourne-based designer and illustrator with a passion for storytelling through visual design. My work blends playful creativity with thoughtful strategy from character and packaging design to branding and campaign development. I love turning ideas into engaging visuals that connect people and culture, drawing inspiration from everyday details and contemporary trends.

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I’m Gia Bao Nguyen, a Melbourne-based designer and illustrator with a passion for storytelling through visual design. My work blends playful creativity with thoughtful strategy from character and packaging design to branding and campaign development. I love turning ideas into engaging visuals that connect people and culture, drawing inspiration from everyday details and contemporary trends.

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Work Experience

NFT illustrator at Freelancer
June 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Conceptualized and developed over 150 unique character designs, enhancing the visual portfolio and attracting a 30% increase in client engagement within six months.
Tattoo Artist at Freelancer
June 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with clients to translate personal concepts into detailed tattoos, reducing redesigns by 30% and ensuring timely project completion within budget. Crafted and inked over 200 custom tattoo designs, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate and securing repeat business from 60% of customers.
Front of house staff at Misschu
November 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Facilitated seamless customer service by effectively managing multiple POS transactions simultaneously, reducing wait times by 20% during peak hours and enhancing overall guest satisfaction scores. Leveraged strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and address customer inquiries promptly, contributing to a 15% increase in positive feedback and repeat patronage.
FOH - Supervisor at Monster BBQ
May 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Developed and executed comprehensive planning strategies that optimized resource allocation, resulting in a 25% increase in team productivity and enhanced service delivery across multiple departments. Oversaw customer service operations ensuring high satisfaction levels, achieving a customer satisfaction score of over 95%, while training staff to handle complex issues, reducing escalation rates by 40%.
Volunteer at Mai am Tinh Thac
October 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Volunteer work in Bao Loc province, Vietnam.
NFT Illustrator at Freelancer
June 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Conceptualized and developed over 150 unique character designs, expanding the visual portfolio and increasing client engagement by 30% within six months.
Tattoo Artist at Freelancer (Self-Employed)
June 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with clients to translate concepts into detailed tattoos, reducing redesigns by 30% and delivering over 200 custom designs with a 95% client satisfaction rate; secured repeat business from 60% of customers.
Front of House Staff at Misschu
November 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Managed multiple POS transactions simultaneously, reducing wait times by 20% during peak hours and enhancing guest satisfaction; contributed to a 15% increase in positive feedback and repeat patronage.
FOH - Supervisor at Monster BBQ
May 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Developed planning strategies that optimized resource allocation, increasing team productivity by 25% and improving service delivery; maintained a customer satisfaction score above 95% and reduced escalation by 40% through staff training.
Volunteer at Mai am Tinh Thac
October 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Supported community programs and events in Bao Loc Province, Vietnam, contributing to outreach and program delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Design at Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) at Swinburne University Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Design at Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) at Swinburne University Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Education