Emma Kelly
@emmakelly
Lead designer and communications specialist crafting event brands, websites, and engaging content.
What I'm looking for
I’m a lead designer and communications specialist focused on branding that works in the real world—especially for events, websites, and client-facing documentation. In my current consulting role, I lead the creation and application of branding and website design, and I work directly with clients across specialty industries.
I bring a strong communications backbone through writing and marketing work, including media releases and communication articles, plus invoice and contract management. I also curate content and plan strategy for social platforms, using social media analytics and digital campaign management to keep messaging effective.
Beyond design, I’m comfortable guiding people and collaborating under pressure. I’ve led dialogue-heavy tours, processed guest bookings and requests, and supported coordination for guest experiences—skills that translate into clear, confident communication in client and team environments.
I’m passionate about producing high-quality graphics and content that engages and resonates. I’m currently building broader capability in UI/UX and web wireframes, and I’m open to hybrid (remote) opportunities based in Melbourne, Australia.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Designer and Communications Officer
HarpyCo Consulting
Led creation and application of events specialisation branding and website design, consulting with clients and producing corporate documentation. Produced marketing and digital communications, including writing and packaging media releases, and managing invoice and communications tasks.
Lead Interpreter, Guest Services
Jasper Planetarium
Mar 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 9 months)
Guided dialogue-heavy tours and accurately interpreted specialised information for guests, while managing guest bookings and retail/admin requests. Supported tour operator group coordination and contributed to content curation and social media analytics.
Social Media & Events Manager
The Spoonie Society
Jun 2023 - Nov 2023 (5 months)
Created and featured brand and trending content for social media, and planned and executed fundraising events. Wrote scripts for advertisements and delivered them on camera, while coordinating with brand ambassadors and customers.
Developmental UI/UX Junior
Dappers Software
May 2023 - Oct 2023 (5 months)
Consulted on and designed app and web wireframes, incorporating customer feedback into interface solutions. Conducted interface optimization using design and productivity tools to support development workflows.
Retail and Service Assistant
Vegan Grocery Store
Mar 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Worked in a retail environment, building customer relationships and relaying specialised product information. Managed store layout and processed invoices, including creating certificate graphics for in-store and online use.
Lead Hostess & Front of House
Collingwood Coffee Sable Restaurant & Cafe
Mar 2022 - Oct 2022 (7 months)
Took orders from memory and built customer relationships in a high-traffic hospitality venue. Supported organisational operations as part of front-of-house and barista-training duties, prioritising customer experience and recommendations.
Head of Publicity & Socials
Intercollege Pride Network
Oct 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year)
Created educational and promotional social media graphics and liaised with college administration and leadership staff regarding funding. Helped coordinate event promotion and organisational activities within the intercollegiate pride network.
Creative Convenor & Student Photographer
St Hilda’s College
Oct 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year)
Organised creative events as part of the General Committee and contributed editorial design and formatting for an academic journal. Served as a student photographer across events and compiled an annual portfolio of art submissions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Design, Design
2023 -
Bachelor of Design with a major in Graphics and a minor in Production, specialising in Events at the University of Melbourne.
Monash University
Graduate Certificate of Writing, Writing
Graduate Certificate of Writing at Monash University.
Availability
Location
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Website
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