Graphic designer, Illustrator & Photographer, based in Newcastle Australia.


Josie is a multi disciplinary creative and visual artist. Also known as Socially Designed, she specialises in an attentive and unique approach towards graphic design, illustration, and photography. Recently graduating from The University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (with distinction!) she is full of fresh ideas, and ready to create.

Stemming from her love of music and culture, Josie has developed an empathetic and understanding ability as a creative to display her appreciation towards both hand-drawn and digital art. She creates through a fusion of style within her work, feeling her best when she is conceptualising and experimenting with new ideas.

Working alongside local businesses such as The Stag and Hunter Hotel, and upcoming bands such as The Terrys, she has industry experience, and is ready to collaborate today.

Please contact her directly for projects, comissions, or to inquire about purchasing work.

designedsocially@gmail.com
@sociallydesigned

Previous Clients

  • Temper Magazine

  • DoughHeads

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  • The Newcastle Hotel

  • Salty Soundz Magazine

  • The Terrys

  • Wizard Water Agency

  • The Stag and Hunter Hotel

  • WWYW

  • Lies Collective

  • Lambton Park Hotel

  • Newcastle Writers Festival

Work Experience & Employment

  • Work Experience as an In-House Graphic Designer at Eat Your Water. (September 2024)

    • Mentored by EYW’s very own in-house designer Bon Morse, and owner Liam Scanlan.

    • Graphic Design & Illustration Projects - Designing T-Shirts, mockups & Techpacks.

    • Testing / reviewing samples, and general day in the life of an ecommerce business.

  • Experience as a Graphic Designer at We Made You Look Creative Marketing Agency. (Jan 2024)

    • Mentored by creative agency owner Brodie Richardson.

    • Completed real client project under the agencies name.

    • Graphic Design campaign work: Poster design, social media assets, photography.

  • Multidisciplinary Creative services, and client relationship management.

    ABN: 35 196 283 362 (2021 - Current)

    • Graphic Design, and Illustration

    • Photography/Videography – DSLR and studio

    • Adobe Creative Suite and Technology

    • Communication, and attention to detail

Awards & Recognitions

  • First place for the Lambton Park Hotel design competition, designing their Merchandise and Staff T-shirts (2021).

  • First place in Design Competition for The Terrys single artwork titled ‘IDK’ (2021).

  • Runner Up for Push Pull design initiative competition, designing a staple hoodie for the brand (2023).

  • Finalist for Oli Clothing design competition, designing a T-shirt for the brand (2023).