Building brands that dare to lead for good people who dare to dream.
Design. Illustration. Direction.
Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Aotearoa, Wellington, New Zealand

          Kia ora, I'm Steph - an independent Design Director, Designer and Illustrator based in New Zealand's windy capital. I have over a decade of experience working with a diverse range of companies, brands and partners, from the big names to the smaller gems. I specialise in helping to build brands through the combination of clever creative and considered craft.

Studio or Agency? I'm at your service.
some Ways in which we can work together
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Design

Looking for an extra pair of hands to plug into projects, or keen to off-load something entirely? I can help with that. Whether it's hustling to push a campaign out the door, relieving pressure when those pipeline projects drop at once, or getting some senior levels of care and craft across an integral piece of work, I'm ready to jump in and make it happen.
Logo development for Remotely.
Some ways this can be put to use:
Resource management
Design craft
Campaign roll-out
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Ideation

Need help cracking an idea? When it comes to defining a high-level direction, I can assist with ideation and concepting. Whether you need something brief or detailed, I’ll tailor the approach to fit your needs and working style. This could take the form of mood boards, concept sketches, desktop research, or collaborative brainstorming sessions—whatever best aligns with your vision and project requirements.
Business cards for Method – A high Performance training hub.
Some ways this can be put to use:
Brand territories
Ideation
Concept development
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Direction

Some ways this can be put to use:
Creative, Art and Design Direction
Consultation
Oversight
Mentoring
Creative oversight, design direction, and guidance, especially for the more junior members of your team. If you're looking for an extra set of experienced creative eyes to help move a project forward or elevate a piece of work to the next level, I’m here to assist.
Illustrations for RiceSpier.
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Illustration

Commercial illustration for publishing, packaging and digital applications. I like to think of Illustration as my unique golden touch, and is where my love affair with creative expression first found its legs. Have a project that requires an illustrated element? You know who to call.
Some ways this can be put to use:
Concept sketches
Brand content
Editorial
Packaging
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Character illustrations for Farrah's.
Business owner or Marketing Manager? Let's keep your brand on track.
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Your creative partner

Whether you’re just starting or already running, unlock your brand’s potential with expert graphic design services tailored to your business needs. From eye-catching marketing materials to cohesive visual identities, I bring creative solutions that captivate and engage without the big biz overheads. Let’s collaborate to elevate your brand and make a lasting impression. I'll be your creative side-kick, your biggest fan, and partner in crime.
Product packaging for Findlay Foods
Some ways this can be put to use:
Full-service branding
Brand collateral
Marketing material
Print and digital media

Wheelhouse

Print media
branding
Environment
Digital Design
Paid media
Design craft
Illustration
While my expertise within the world of creative services and design is broad-reaching, my specialty lies in the realm of brand development and brand communication. Here's a taster of the good things I can do.  

Pricing

Depending on the nature of your needs, I have different pricing options to suit. From fixed project costs, to tiered hourly billing and day rates, let's chat about what option works  best.  
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          While my expertise within the world of creative services and design is broad-reaching, my area of focus is in brand development, brand communication, illustration and design craft.

Fusing imaginative flair with technical expertise to craft distinctive brand identities that enrich, connect and inspire.
Illustrations for RiceSpier.
Tools of the trade
Looking for technical proficiency? Here where the work is made.