Nice to meet you 🤙
Kia Ora, Karen here. ✌️
I’m a visual communication designer who’s been passionate about all things creative for as long as I can remember. Since earning my Bachelor of Design from Massey University in Wellington NZ, I’ve been working across the design and service spaces and now currently based in Melbourne, Australia. 🦘
I’m all about people, problem-solving, and design that makes a difference. I create solutions that are clever, beautiful, built to last, and empower those who interact with them.
An outgoing and enthusiastic designer, I bring the energy, dedication, and a commitment to excellence to everything I do (I also provide many laughs). I thrive on challenges,
and I’m always eager to learn, grow, and push creative boundaries while having a lot fun on the way.
Simply–I like to make cool stuff to help people like you and me.
Where I've been 📍
You can check out my full CV hereeeeee
May 2025 – January 2025
brb... had to go see the world 🌏
Career break
Went on my first solo travel gig to see the world and explore every corner of South East Asia. (aka best time everrr)
September 2023 – May 2025
May 2022 – July 2023
March 2022 – January 2023
September 2021 – December 2021
Shortly after making the move over the ditch to Melbourne I joined the team at Guide Dogs Victoria as a graphic designer in their Marketing team. I was able to be a part of some major and fulfilling projects that helped me understand and grow a passion for accessibly through design.
Junior Service and Graphic Designer
New Zealand Police
Throughout my time at New Zealand Police, I was given the opportunity to work on multiple projects and programs. This includes ReFrame, Workforce Management Programme, (WFM), Gang Harm Reduction, and Fleeing Drivers Project.
Graphic Designer
Inspiration Education
New Zealand top professional tutoring company. Helping children succeed through uniquely designed tutoring specifically for each student to learn and grow.
UX Research Internship
Tertiary Education Commission
Tertiary Education Commission/Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua.
As a Crown Agency leads the Government's relationship with the tertiary education sector in New Zealand and provides career
services from education to employment.
Graphic Designer
Guide Dogs Victoria