Hi, I'm Laura Fisher, a freelance designer with over 10 years of experience in the design industry. I specialize in both graphic and interior design, having spent several years as an in-house designer at the Department of Conservation before moving into freelance work. My flexible approach lets me balance my passion for design with family life, serving clients across government, not-for-profits, and private businesses. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Canterbury University and combine creative thinking with strong communication and project management skills. I'm reliable, collaborative, and always excited to take on new creative challenges that bring tailored and effective solutions to my clients.

Laura Fisher

Hi, I'm Laura Fisher, a freelance designer with over 10 years of experience in the design industry. I specialize in both graphic and interior design, having spent several years as an in-house designer at the Department of Conservation before moving into freelance work. My flexible approach lets me balance my passion for design with family life, serving clients across government, not-for-profits, and private businesses. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Canterbury University and combine creative thinking with strong communication and project management skills. I'm reliable, collaborative, and always excited to take on new creative challenges that bring tailored and effective solutions to my clients.

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Hi, I’m Laura Fisher, a freelance designer with over 10 years of experience in the design industry. I specialize in both graphic and interior design, having spent several years as an in-house designer at the Department of Conservation before moving into freelance work. My flexible approach lets me balance my passion for design with family life, serving clients across government, not-for-profits, and private businesses.

I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Canterbury University and combine creative thinking with strong communication and project management skills. I’m reliable, collaborative, and always excited to take on new creative challenges that bring tailored and effective solutions to my clients.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Various organisations and businesses
January 1, 2024 - June 15, 2024
Freelance Graphic Designer to multiple organisations and businesses with work including identity design, websites, brochures, books, visitor information, signage, illustrations, and interpretation design. Providing guidance and recommendations to ensure the best outcomes. Managing communication, organisation and people skills to balance various clients' deadlines and timeframes. Overseeing the entire design process from planning through to print.
Freelance Interior Designer at Istasis Property Group
January 1, 2024 - June 15, 2024
Responsible for interior design of residential properties for resale. Selecting all interior finishings including kitchens, bathrooms, tiles, flooring, wall colour, wallpaper, window and door joinery, window treatments, exterior design and planning. Creating and presenting mood boards and performing spatial planning to improve functionality. Finding and maintaining relationships with suppliers, ensuring work runs on schedule and within budget.
Graphic Designer at Department of Conservation
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Developed and expanded the Department of Conservation brand while working within a strong brand framework. Operated within a remote Wellington-based team managing multiple clients and brand partnerships. Provided guidance to junior designers and led clients through the design process. Created diverse design outputs including marketing and campaign material, digital media, visitor information, safety information, interpretation panels, illustrations, and infographics.
Graphic Designer at Canterbury District Health Board
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Managed complete design projects from client meetings through to print management. Proposed design solutions within organizational parameters, worked collaboratively in team settings, met deadlines, prioritized tasks, worked under pressure, and managed printing processes.
Graphic Designer at Voice of the Martyrs, Christchurch
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Performed graphic design and customer service functions, demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Canterbury University, Christchurch
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
NCEA to level 3 at Burnside High School, Christchurch
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Member of Golden Key
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Grade 8 Piano
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Industry Experience

Government, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Other