about me.
Kelly McWhinnie
UX & Graphic Designer

As a seasoned professional in the graphic design industry, I have passionately immersed myself in the dynamic world of design and creativity, both here in New Zealand and Australia. My journey has led me through diverse agencies, where I've not only honed my skills as a designer but also assumed leadership roles within teams.
My love for 'all things arty' is a driving force behind my commitment to delivering work of the highest standards. Whether collaborating within a team or working solo, I thrive on effective communication and value the power of collaboration.
I like to push the envelope within design - constantly experimenting to infuse uniqueness into my artwork.
My dedication to up-skilling and continuous education within the rapidly evolving industry is ongoing ensuring I stay on top of the latest trends and developments.
work history.
details.
Skills
UX theory I Web/digital design I Print I Social media
Layout I Branding I Communication I Leadership
Software
InDesign I Photoshop I Illustrator I Acrobat
FIGMA I Sketch I Canva I Animate
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Qualifications & Training
2024 - CURRENT
2021 to 2023
2016 to 2020
2013 to 2016
2023
2024
MFA Digital Foundations Certificate I & II
FIGMA (Udemy) I ChatGPT prompting (Udemy)
AI (in the design space) I Animate
Social Media Marketing
2006 to 2013
2022
2021
2016
2006
2001
Canva
Sketch (Sketchmaster certificate)
Facebook Marketing
Dreamweaver (Natcoll (YOOBEE))
DIPLOMA in Graphic Design (Natcoll (YOOBEE))
2002 to 2006
RADIANT HEALTH (iNova Pharmaceuticals)
SENIOR DESIGNER
ESSENCE - THE HEALTH AGENCY
SENIOR DESIGNER
FCB AOTEAROA (retail studio)
DESIGN/ARTWORK & TEAM LEADER
FREELANCE
DESIGNER & ARTWORKER
INDIGOBLU (Australia)
DESIGNER
DESIGN COM I SNAP PRINTING I PAGEWORKS
DESIGNER & MAC OP ROLES