I'm a 24-year-old creative with a passion for ideas, and the skill set to bring them to life.
My diverse systems background gives me a results and solution driven approach to my work.
My experience as a freelance designer and Bachelor of Communications gives me the ability to provide deliverables at the highest standard.
My passion for music, video and art direction gives me the creativity to produce something that is highly noticeable, original and memorable.
MY WORK
See what I do.
OVERVIEW
Communications-degree professional specialising in Brand Creativity, Advertising, and end-to-end digital production. Highly skilled in Adobe Photoshop, video editing, and front-end web development for freelance, commercial and independent projects. Backed by a high-level administrative background in payroll and office management. Ready for immediate full-time engagement with full work rights.
EDUCATION
SKILLS
MAX
HANSEN
Bachelor of Communications
Auckland University of Technology • 2022
Double Major - Digital Media / Advertising and Brand Creativity.
NCEA Level 3
Mount Maunganui College • 2019
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Quick to master new programs, skills, and processes.
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Copywriting and Art Direction
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Video, Photo and Audio Editing
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Graphic Design, UI & UX.
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Communication and Strategic Thinking.
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Implementation of Artificial Intelligence.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Digital Project Manager / Office Manager
ABBAS Limited, Mount Maunganui (2020-2026)
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Branding: Management of social media assets, profiles and website. Created and distributed advertising and branding collateral.
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Financial Oversight: Managed full-cycle Accounts Payable / Receivables and Banking / Reconciliation Processes.
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Payroll Management: Directed payroll and HR functions for ~20 employees, maintaining compliance.
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Process Design: Re-engineered and designed administrative, system and IT workflows and processes.
Digital Media Consultancy / Freelance
Self Employed - Various Clients (2022-Present)
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Web Development & Design: Built full-scale websites, focusing on responsive design, UI/UX best practices, and S.E.O. Optimisation.
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Social Media Infrastructure: Created digital spaces for brands, including account setup, content and strategy.
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Visual Identity & Graphic Design: Developed print, digital, and other marketing collateral using Photoshop and design principles.
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Client Management: Oversaw the full projects from initial concepts and scoping to final delivery and revisions.
