Graphic designer, illustrator and photographer based in Ōtepoti (Dunedin), working across brand, digital and community-focused projects. I bring strategy through to delivery, everything from design systems and signage to digital marketing, websites, print and animation. I’m experienced in council and agency environments, freelance for international clients, and I’m motivated by sustainability and social-good outcomes.

Lily Warring

Graphic designer, illustrator and photographer based in Ōtepoti (Dunedin), working across brand, digital and community-focused projects. I bring strategy through to delivery, everything from design systems and signage to digital marketing, websites, print and animation. I’m experienced in council and agency environments, freelance for international clients, and I’m motivated by sustainability and social-good outcomes.

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Graphic designer, illustrator and photographer based in Ōtepoti (Dunedin), working across brand, digital and community-focused projects. I bring strategy through to delivery, everything from design systems and signage to digital marketing, websites, print and animation.

I’m experienced in council and agency environments, freelance for international clients, and I’m motivated by sustainability and social-good outcomes.

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Work Experience

Kaihoahoa (Graphic Designer) at Dunedin City Council Te Kaunihera o !tepoti
January 1, 2023 - Present
Working in a fast-paced council environment creating purposeful design outputs for multiple departments and for the wider community. Produces work across strategy to delivery, including signage and other visual communication needs aligned to council and community requirements.
Graphic Designer (working group) at Wellington City Council (Doughnut Economics) – employed by five and dime and Pocketknife
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Part of a working group to design a city snapshot of social and environmental impact using the Doughnut model. Contributed to translating the framework into a clear visual output intended to communicate boundaries for thriving across communities.
Visual Storyteller at five and dime (Creative Agency) – Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Remote)
July 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Delivered top-quality design work across a range of brand touchpoints including branding, digital marketing, websites, animation and print. Worked with a variety of clients to develop tailored designs and managed multiple projects at once while maintaining quality and timelines.
Advance Voting Issuing Officer at New Zealand Electoral Commission (Whakat#)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Supported advance voting operations as an issuing officer, contributing to election administration and customer service in a time-sensitive environment.
Management and Bar Staff at Various venues (Aotearoa and Scotland)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Worked across management and bar roles including conflict management and incident reporting. Managed small and large teams and bookings, handled pressure-sensitive situations with flexibility and adaptability, and acted as first point of contact while supporting targets and budgets.
Illustrator, Designer and Photographer at Freelance / Contractor (International)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Freelance and contractor work with small and large clients, with a focus on sustainability and a social-good lens. Provides pro-bono design and marketing support for people in need, alongside paid client work spanning illustration and visual content.

Education

Bachelor of Design (Hons) at Massey University Te Ara Reo Māori Level 1 & 2
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Māori Level 3 at Te W!nanga o Aotearoa Toi Maruata
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

Manager’s Certificate
January 1, 2021 - August 4, 2026
LCQ (NZ)
January 1, 2021 - August 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization