Hi, I'm Vinnie Pearce, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of hands-on experience. I specialize in crafting designs that blend strategic clarity with visual charm, whether it's for digital platforms, print, or storytelling formats. Deadlines and chaos of everyday life don't faze me; I stay calm and focused to produce work that really makes an impact. I love approaching each project like a story in motion, shaping messages through packaging, signage, and brand collateral. I also utilize AI tools with prompt engineering to explore new creative possibilities, guiding the results with a trained eye to make designs come alive beyond just luck or guesswork. Let's create something amazing together!…

Vinnie Pearce

Hi, I'm Vinnie Pearce, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of hands-on experience. I specialize in crafting designs that blend strategic clarity with visual charm, whether it's for digital platforms, print, or storytelling formats. Deadlines and chaos of everyday life don't faze me; I stay calm and focused to produce work that really makes an impact. I love approaching each project like a story in motion, shaping messages through packaging, signage, and brand collateral. I also utilize AI tools with prompt engineering to explore new creative possibilities, guiding the results with a trained eye to make designs come alive beyond just luck or guesswork. Let's create something amazing together!…

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Hi, I’m Vinnie Pearce, a creative graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of hands-on experience. I specialize in crafting designs that blend strategic clarity with visual charm, whether it’s for digital platforms, print, or storytelling formats. Deadlines and chaos of everyday life don’t faze me; I stay calm and focused to produce work that really makes an impact.

I love approaching each project like a story in motion, shaping messages through packaging, signage, and brand collateral. I also utilize AI tools with prompt engineering to explore new creative possibilities, guiding the results with a trained eye to make designs come alive beyond just luck or guesswork. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Self-Employed
December 31, 2025 - July 16, 2025
Produced bold, client-driven designs for personal and commercial use, including packaging, brand visuals, whimsical digital illustrations, and signage layouts. Licensed products through Design Cuts and The Lily Pad under 'The Committed Crafter'. Collaborated with international clients and coordinated digital product launches, creating assets with storytelling charm and technical polish.
Contract Designer at Studio Local (USA)
December 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Created branded visuals and digital artwork using stock and original assets. Adapted quickly to client vision and platform needs across diverse markets.
Graphic Designer at Epiphany Café (NZ)
December 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Led brand development across packaging, print, and digital media. Delivered consistent, clean visual systems for in-store promotions and takeaway products to enhance the customer experience.
Contract Illustrator at Creative Memories® (USA)
December 31, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Licensed scrapbooking artwork for mass distribution. Collaborated on layout formats and thematic kits used worldwide.

Education

Secondary School Diploma at Kelston Girls High School
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1998
Diploma at Natcol Design & Technology
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

Published Author – Digital Scrapbooking: The Definitive New Zealand Ideas Book
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Ongoing Study in Psychology & Counselling
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other