About me
I’m Michala, a 21 y/o emerging graphic & branding designer with skills in creative communications.
I live an active lifestyle outside of work and enjoy coffee, camping, hiking, running, & reading.
I have a close relationship with my family & partner.
I’m a passionate graphic & brand identity designer with firm foundations in marketing communications. This has provided me with the skills to analyse brands and develop visually harmonious content that grabs attention and communicates the message to the target audience effectively.
Skills
Graphic Design
Brand Identity Design
Creative Communications
Digital Media
Print Media
Audience Analysis
Marketing Communication Strategy
Social Media Advertisement
Proactive
Leadership
Time Management
Hybrid Design & Marketing Skills
Project Management
Achievements
Achievements
Dean's Excellence Awards
University of Canberra Semester 2
2022 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
University of Canberra Semester 2
2022 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
University of Canberra Semester 2
2023 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
University of Canberra Semester 2
2023 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
University of Canberra Semester 1
2024 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
University of Canberra Semester 1
2024 Dean's Excellence Award receiver
UC x BMW Car Wrap
Design Competition
Selected into the top 10 car wrap
designs by the University of Canberra,
Rojo Customs & BMW Canberra
selection panel
Selected into the top 10 car wrap designs
by the University of Canberra, Rojo Customs
& BMW Canberra selection panel
2022 Marketing Magazine
My "Written Brand Article' for the
Managing Brands unit was
selected to feature in the
University of Canberra Marketing
Magazine 2022.
My Written Brand Article for the Managing
Brands unit, 'The Domination Of Influencers
In The Marketing World' was selected to feature
in the University of Canberra Marketing
Magazine 2022.
2024 Creative Excellence Award
2024 Creative Excellence Award
During the University of Canberra Comms Awards 2024, I was honoured to receive the John Anstey Memorial Award for Creative Excellence
in Marketing Communication. I was announced as the highest scorer in Craft of Creative Communication and recognised for my
dedication to creative excellence throughout my efforts in my Major in Marketing Communications here at the University of Canberra. This award
means a great deal to me as John Anstey was such a great leader and inspiring mentor who spent over 10 years teaching in the Marketing
Communication course at the University of Canberra. I am honoured to have recieved this token of appreciation for my strong work ethic &
dedication to making my mark on the creative industry.
During the University of Canberra Comms
Awards Ceremony 2024, I was honoured to
win the John Anstey Memorial Award for
Creative Excellence in Marketing Communication.
I was announced as the highest scorer in Craft
of Creative Communication and recognised
for my dedication to creative excellence
throughout my efforts in my Major in
Marketing Communications here at the
University of Canberra.
2024 Best Design Portfolio Award
2024 Best Design Portfolio Award
The Best Visual Communication Design Portfolio Award was presented to me by Dr. Mehves Cetinkaya Sendas and Mikaela Danvers during the
FADX Faculty of Arts & Design Graduate Showcase Awards at the University of Canberra. To be recognised for my dedication to building up my
online portfolio and experience with personal projects, client work, and University projects over the past 3 years is a rewarding feeling.
I would love to show my appreciation to all who have supported my journey in building my professional platform from the ground up.
During the University of Canberra Comms
Awards Ceremony 2024, I was honoured to
win the John Anstey Memorial Award for
Creative Excellence in Marketing Communication.
I was announced as the highest scorer in Craft
of Creative Communication and recognised
for my dedication to creative excellence
throughout my efforts in my Major in
Marketing Communications here at the
University of Canberra.
2024 Student's Choice Design Peer of The Year
2024 Student's Choice Design
Peer of The Year
I was chosen by my peers to receive the Peer of the Year Award, which Mikaela Danvers and Gowrie Waterhouse presented to me during the
2024 FADX Faculty of Arts & Design Graduate Showcase Awards at the University of Canberra. Being chosen as the ‘Peer of the Year’ is an absolute
honour that reflects my characteristics as a supportive and encouraging collaborator, a reliable cooperator, and a compassionate person.
I am beyond thankful for all my peers, academic staff, team members, friends, and family who made this all possible.
During the University of Canberra Comms
Awards Ceremony 2024, I was honoured to
win the John Anstey Memorial Award for
Creative Excellence in Marketing Communication.
I was announced as the highest scorer in Craft
of Creative Communication and recognised
for my dedication to creative excellence
throughout my efforts in my Major in
Marketing Communications here at the
University of Canberra.
My Aspirations…
Who do I want to be?
What are my short term goals?
What are my long term goals?
Let's Chat…
The best way to get in contact with me is via email.
designedbymichala@gmail.com
Get to know me better…
Let's Chat…
The best way to get in contact with me is via email.
designedbymichala@gmail.com
Get to know me better…
About me
I’m Michala, a 21 y/o emerging graphic & branding designer with skills in creative communications.
I live an active lifestyle outside of work and enjoy coffee, camping, hiking, running, & reading. I have a close relationship with my family & partner.
I’m a passionate graphic & brand identity designer with firm foundations in marketing communications. This has provided me with the skills to analyse brands and develop visually harmonious content that grabs attention and communicates the message to the target audience effectively.
Skills
Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Brand Identity Design
Brand Identity Design
Creative Communications
Creative Communications
Digital Media
Digital Media
Print Media
Print Media
Audience Analysis
Audience Analysis
Marketing Communication Strategy
Marketing Communication Strategy
Social Media Advertisement
Social Media Advertisement
Proactive
Proactive
Leadership
Leadership
Time Management & Organisation
Time Management
Hybrid Design & Marketing Communications Perspective
Hybrid Design & Marketing Skills