Hello, my name is Paul. For the past seven years I have worked with a variety of clients on a range of projects categorised by the term graphic design. I believe less is more, letting ideas solve the problem, in-turn creating a solution to satisfy the client and their needs which speaks to their audience.

Graphic design is tactile, involving and speaks to the subconscious. My aim is to produce work that enhances the day of the viewer, speaks in volume and contributes to their needs. I am aware of my social and environmental responsibility knowing we are capable of contributing to our landscape.

Instinct is the essential method in my work, removing formulated and premeditated process creates uniqueness and allows ideas to determine outcomes. A continual open line of communication allows for critical and creative conversation to contribute to the present and the future. From small independents to Australia’s largest companies, I believe great work comes from communication, dedication, detail and well executed concepts.

As a creative, team orientated individual who thrives on new challenges, I am currently pursuing the opportunity to work in an environment that will allow me to combine my passion in life, creativity, and further my professional development.

*The work featured within this website was produced whilst either as an employee for the studios listed in my employment history or as a sole trader. My role as 'art director' where by I lead the creative, 'concept' where I was directly involved with the creative director in establishing the creative and or 'design' where I was the individual or a key member of the creative team producing the end result is listed appropriately.

Education
University of Ballarat
Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Design)
RMIT
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) (Honours)

Employment
2000
Richard Blackman Design
2001/02/03
Eclipse Group
2004
The Works (RMIT Honours year)
2004/05
Bryce Ford Design (Carbon+)
2006
Hofstede Design
2007
Rich Creative
2007 >
Freelance Designer

Awards
2000
Award for Professional Excellence
AGDA Student Awards
2001
Merit Award
'The Art Directors Awards' New York
2004
Finalist
AGDA National Awards 2004
2007
Finalist – Design Candidate of 2007
Artisan Awards

Skills
Identity
Brand development
Packaging
Interface design
Company literature
Environmental design
Print production

Roles & Responsibility
Senior designer
Concept to production
Creative team leader
Studio management
Scheduling & budgeting
Client liaison
Supplier relationship development
Contact
Paul Scanlon

email
paul@studioscanlon.com
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