Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Te Ao Mārama Nepia

Blenheim,New Zealand

Summary

I am a creative and motivated designer with experience in digital content, visual storytelling, and brand development. I have a strong eye for layout, typography, and colour, and enjoy bringing ideas to life through high-quality visual assets for campaigns, web, and presentations. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced, innovative team. With a passion for marketing design and curiosity for product storytelling, I aim to create work that engages audiences and strengthens brand impact.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative & Brand Lead

Hawaiki Kura
Blenheim, New Zealand
01.2020 - 12.2025
  • Conceived and established Haka Fusion, earning national recognition at Impact National Experience 2023 with multiple awards.
  • Led brand storytelling across digital and physical platforms to convey organisational vision and community impact.
  • Managed redesign of Hawaiki Kura website, ensuring brand consistency and improved user experience.
  • Produced branded lookbooks featuring wānanga imagery to preserve cultural moments and enhance storytelling.
  • Developed digital content for web and social media, significantly increasing audience engagement and visibility.
  • Oversaw end-to-end development of Hawaiki Kura merchandise line from concept through distribution.
  • Supported funding applications and organizational planning, strengthening narrative development and vision communication.
  • Facilitated culturally grounded programmes centered on Māori practices, identity, community connection, and healing.

Residential Advisor

Victoria University of Wellington
, Wellington
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Delivered pastoral care and wellbeing support to first-year residents in culturally responsive manner.
  • Fostered community engagement through proactive communication and relationship-building strategies.
  • Planned and coordinated events, including cultural initiatives to strengthen community ties.
  • Designed promotional materials to enhance event marketing and increase student participation.
  • Managed event budgets, logistics, and timelines for successful execution.
  • Conducted regular duty rounds to ensure resident safety and wellbeing.

Contributed to Capital Hall achieving VUW Halls Champions 2023 through effective leadership and collaboration.

Cashier/customer service & Kitchen hand

Yumyum Kebabs
Blenheim, New Zealand
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Ensured high customer satisfaction by delivering efficient and friendly service.
  • Managed store opening and closing procedures as shift lead, overseeing daily operations.
  • Accurately handled cash transactions to maintain financial integrity and accountability.
  • Prepared salads, kebabs, and other menu items while adhering to hygiene standards.
  • Optimized preparation time and workflow by cutting and preparing meat for menu items.
  • Maintained cleanliness in kitchen and front-of-house through regular dishwashing and cleaning duties.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
12-2026

NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 endorsed with excellence -

Marlborough Girls' College
Blenheim, New Zealand
12-2022

Skills

  • Creative thinking and visual storytelling
  • Eagerness to learn design techniques
  • Detail-oriented and high-quality work
  • Collaborative team player
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Passion for brand and product design
  • Digital content and visual design
  • Strong layout, typography, and color skills
  • Brand vision translation into visuals
  • Graphic design tool proficiency
  • Presentation and marketing material development
  • Project management and deadline adherence

Accomplishments

Entrepreneurship – Founder of The World of Light & Tita

References

  • Tineka Smith, Pou (teacher & admin) - Hawaiki Kura, tineka@hawaikikura.com, 0272558344
  • Laulauga Toia, Capital Hall, Head of Hall - Victorial University of Wellington, laulauga.toia@vuw.ac.nz

Timeline

Residential Advisor

Victoria University of Wellington
01.2024 - 11.2025

Cashier/customer service & Kitchen hand

Yumyum Kebabs
03.2021 - 02.2023

Creative & Brand Lead

Hawaiki Kura
01.2020 - 12.2025

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing

Victoria University of Wellington

NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 endorsed with excellence -

Marlborough Girls' College
Te Ao Mārama Nepia