Hi, I’m Tara, a passionate and professional Graphic Designer and Video Editor with over 14 years of experience delivering successful design solutions locally and internationally. I've worked across a variety of industries such as retail, biomedical, automotive, financial, space communications, and government. My experience spans creative agencies, corporate environments, and freelancing, providing me with a versatile skill set. I enjoy creating bar-raising print and digital products, developing marketing strategies, and improving user experience through UX design. Outside of work, I love experiencing different cultures, enjoying good food, and engaging in watersports.

Tara Michelle

Hi, I’m Tara, a passionate and professional Graphic Designer and Video Editor with over 14 years of experience delivering successful design solutions locally and internationally. I've worked across a variety of industries such as retail, biomedical, automotive, financial, space communications, and government. My experience spans creative agencies, corporate environments, and freelancing, providing me with a versatile skill set. I enjoy creating bar-raising print and digital products, developing marketing strategies, and improving user experience through UX design. Outside of work, I love experiencing different cultures, enjoying good food, and engaging in watersports.

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Hi, I’m Tara, a passionate and professional Graphic Designer and Video Editor with over 14 years of experience delivering successful design solutions locally and internationally. I’ve worked across a variety of industries such as retail, biomedical, automotive, financial, space communications, and government. My experience spans creative agencies, corporate environments, and freelancing, providing me with a versatile skill set.

I enjoy creating bar-raising print and digital products, developing marketing strategies, and improving user experience through UX design. Outside of work, I love experiencing different cultures, enjoying good food, and engaging in watersports.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Creation - Marketing Specialist at Humanetics Group
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Developed marketing strategies and produced highly technical content for three companies within the group selling laser engineering machines, specialist optical fiber, and custom designed sensors. Managed content and marketing communication assets including print collateral, photography, video, event design, website, and social media. Oversaw project scoping and management from concept through completion.
Lead Graphic & Web Designer at Saltie Sports
December 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Led full re-brand and new website design for Saltie Sports. Designed and managed social media, created high quality creative assets including video, website components, email campaigns, and social adverts. Oversaw photo shoots including conceptualizing, sourcing, and directing photographers, videographers, talent, and locations.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Event Concept
February 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Designed event materials for high profile clients like Bank of America, WHO, and Vital Strategies. Led the creative vision for large scale events, designing environmental graphics, print collateral, scenic elements, and wayfinding graphics.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Red Cloud Communications
January 1, 2019 - November 30, 2020
Collaborated with user experience experts to develop customer-focused digital prototypes for international automobile dealers including LSH Auto and Ford. Created user journeys, process flows, wireframes, personas, and prototypes to conceptualize, communicate, and test ideas.
Midweight Graphic Designer at National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
July 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Designed and implemented brand refresh, website design, annual reports, online campaigns, compliance officer uniforms and vehicle livery, magazine adverts, conference stands, merchandise, and operations infographics. Worked within the Media and Communications team to meet stakeholder objectives.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed
March 1, 2015 - June 30, 2017
Managed freelance branding projects and websites for clients across Australia and New Zealand. Liaised with clients to deliver projects within deadlines and maintain strong client relationships through regular contact.
Graphic Designer at Create Marketing
February 1, 2012 - March 31, 2015
Worked collaboratively with Creative Director, Artworkers, Web Developers, and Account Managers to deliver projects on time and budget. Set up photoshoots under Art Director's direction. Responsible for web design, client website maintenance via WordPress, style guides, and responsive design.

Education

BA Honours Degree at University of Plymouth, UK
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Foundation Degree at City of Bristol College, UK
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
BTEC National Diploma at City of Bristol College, UK
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008

Qualifications

Certificate IV in Business
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Retail, Life Sciences, Financial Services, Government