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Sarah Holmes

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I'm Sarah Holmes, a creative and community-focused design leader with over 10 years’ experience delivering meaningful visual communication across campaigns, government, and not-for-profit sectors.

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I’m Sarah Holmes, a creative and community-focused design leader with over 10 years’ experience delivering meaningful visual communication across campaigns, government, and not-for-profit sectors. I’m passionate about inclusive, accessible design that resonates with diverse communities and helps organisations tell their stories with clarity and heart.

I specialise in art direction and graphic design, with a proven track record of end-to-end creative delivery across print, digital, signage, and motion. I combine strategic thinking with a people-first approach, leading creative teams and storytelling that connects communities, inspires action, and makes complex ideas feel human.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Government
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Lead Graphic Designer · Australian Cancer Research FoundationJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Led design strategy and asset production across major campaigns, impact reports, and community activations. Developed sub-brand identities and collateral supporting research fundraising and public engagement. Ensured consistency and creativity across digital and print outputs. Collaborated with internal stakeholders and external creatives to ensure campaigns reflected both brand and community values.

Graphic Designer · Lifestyle SolutionsJan 2020 – Jan 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

Delivered a broad range of design assets for social impact campaigns, publications, and internal comms. Created accessible, inclusive materials that resonated with diverse communities. Supported visual storytelling through photography, illustration, and layout. Contributed to the visual evolution of the organisation’s brand, focusing on inclusive and accessible design principles.

Graphic Designer · Charter Hall (Industrial & Logistics)Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

Applied new brand guidelines across external and internal materials. Supported signage and property branding rollouts.

Senior Graphic Designer · icare NSWJan 2018 – Jan 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo
Graphic Designer · NewsLocal (News Corp)Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education

Certificate IV in Arts and Cultural Administration (Galleries & Museums) · Newcastle Art School2030 – 2026
Diploma of Graphic Design · Shillington College2030 – 2026
Bachelor of Photomedia · Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney2030 – 2026

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