Hi, I’m Caitlyn Nhu Nguyen, a Vietnamese designer and visual communicator currently based in Melbourne, Australia. My practice blends Eastern and Western design sensibilities, and I’m passionate about identities, editorials and visual storytelling. Raised in Ho Chi Minh City and trained at RMIT, I bring a collaborative, autonomous approach to projects, exploring how culture and craft shape brands and experiences.

Caitlyn Nhu Nguyen

Hi, I’m Caitlyn Nhu Nguyen, a Vietnamese designer and visual communicator currently based in Melbourne, Australia. My practice blends Eastern and Western design sensibilities, and I’m passionate about identities, editorials and visual storytelling. Raised in Ho Chi Minh City and trained at RMIT, I bring a collaborative, autonomous approach to projects, exploring how culture and craft shape brands and experiences.

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Hi, I’m Caitlyn Nhu Nguyen, a Vietnamese designer and visual communicator currently based in Melbourne, Australia. My practice blends Eastern and Western design sensibilities, and I’m passionate about identities, editorials and visual storytelling.

Raised in Ho Chi Minh City and trained at RMIT, I bring a collaborative, autonomous approach to projects, exploring how culture and craft shape brands and experiences.

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Language

Vietnamese
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Consultant at ActionAid International in Vietnam
December 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Provide design service to ActionAid upon request including both print and digital materials such as postcards, reports and gift sets. Working independently with a high level of autonomy and flexibility.
Designer & Creative Advisor at RMIT Event Drive
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
A collaboration with RMIT Event Drive for their 10-year celebration project, responsible for the event’s art direction, prints and social media materials, and giving creative advice. Working with core team to organise charity booths and networking events. Achievements include raising 44,800,000 VND for SGS Campus Cat and creating accessible banner for visually impaired individuals.
Junior Designer at Zam Agency
December 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for clients’ promotional items including social media posts and print merchandise. Execute and expand on the creative director’s briefs, design works that speak to the target audience and reflect the client’s brand image. Contribute to the creation and art direction of social media campaigns. The work requires great attention to detail and time management to adhere to deadlines. Achievements include featured in Lürzer’s Archive Issue 227, winning ‘Key Visual of the Year’ for Van Xuan Awards 2024, and rebranding The History Museum of Ho Chi Minh City which doubled visitors.
Social Media Manager & Designer at RMIT Funkadelics Dance Club
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Oversee the administration of social media; plan posting schedule; coordinate with the design & media team; design visuals for events promotion; assist with messaging and videography when needed. Contributed to the success of 3 major events, regular classes and collaborative workshops; involved in the organisation and visual direction of All in Motion: Open Style 3V3 Dance Battle.
Designer at RMIT Catalyst Magazine
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Create artworks that communicate the writer’s intention and fit in with the theme of each issue. The works are usually experimental, with high storytelling qualities, reflecting Catalyst’s core values as the voice of the students and creative expression. Working closely with editors and independently, with a high level of autonomy and flexibility.

Education

Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) at RMIT University
February 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Bachelor of Design Studies at RMIT Vietnam
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services