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I’m Martin Gleeson, a versatile art director, designer and illustrator with a career spanning Ireland, Australia and beyond. I help brands tell their story through bold visuals, strategic design and craft.
Since founding CloverRua.com and continuing to work as a freelance creative, I enjoy turning ideas into lively, effective visuals. I also share ideas through teaching and mentoring, bringing curiosity and collaborative energy to every project.
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Art Director/Designer/Illustrator at Self-employed
June 1, 2004 - PresentFreelance art direction, design and illustration work for clients and personal projects.
Founding Creative Partner at CloverRua.com
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2026Co-founded CloverRua.com, a print and greeting card business; responsible for creative direction, product design and branding.
Art Director at M&C Saatchi
August 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003Led art direction for campaigns for Audi, Qantas, DHL, British Airways, Optus, ANZ Bank, Insurance Australia Group, MBF among others.
Freelance Creative/Art Direction/Design at Various Agencies (McCann-Erickson, Simon Richards Group, M&C Saatchi)
January 1, 2002 - August 31, 2002Freelance creative work for advertising agencies.
Group Creative Director at WSA Online
March 1, 2000 - October 31, 2001Led group creative for online campaigns; clients included Mitsubishi Motors, Thrifty, Citibank, IBM, Foxtel, Maquarie Bank, Chaosmusic, Aussie Home Loans, Accor Hotel Group, Accenture, Department of Defence, Australia Post.
Senior Art Director/Creative Director at Spike Networks
May 1, 1999 - March 31, 2000Senior art direction and creative leadership for clients including Toyota, Southcorp Wines, Sydney Festival, Rip Curl, Federal Casinos.
Freelance Art Director/Graphic Designer at Freelance
July 1, 1998 - May 31, 1999Freelance art direction and graphic design work.
Lecturer Graphic Design Diploma at Billy Blue School of Graphic Design, Australia
July 1, 1998 - June 30, 1999Lecturer delivering AQF Level 5 course; teaching graphic design diploma.
Art Director at OgilvyOne
August 1, 1996 - July 31, 1998Art Director for clients including American Express, Commonwealth Bank, Daewoo, Australian Federal Government, Hitachi, Holiday Inn, IBM, NRMA, James Hardie, Sheraton Hotel Group, Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival, WWF.
The Forte Group at The Forte Group
November 1, 1995 - July 31, 1996Joined The Forte Group in Sydney, Australia during the mid-1990s.
O'Regan Design at O'Regan Design
July 1, 1995 - November 30, 1995Design role in Dublin, Ireland.
Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising at Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising
January 1, 1994 - July 31, 1995Design, Finished Art & Illustration.
Profile Plus at Profile Plus
January 1, 1994 - May 31, 1994Position at Profile Plus in Dublin, Ireland.
at The Creative Department
May 1, 1989 - September 30, 1989The Creative Department, Dublin, Ireland.
at The Creative Department
June 1, 1990 - September 30, 1990The Creative Department, Dublin, Ireland.
Education
Certificate in Art & Design at DIT College of Marketing and Design
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1990NCEA Diploma in Design Communications at Dun Laoghaire College of Art & Design
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1993Part-time course in children’s book illustration at University of Sydney
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998Part-time course in film production at University of Sydney
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Qualifications
Certificate in Art & Design
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1990Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
Experience Level
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