Wellington-based graphic designer driven by curiosity and a passion for connecting with people. With a focus in editorial design, branding, and culture-centered design, she graduated with a Bachelor of Design (First Class Honours) and was on the DINZ Student Council during her studies. In 2024, she won a Bronze Best Award for her honours project, A Seat at the Table. It is a book celebrating the stories of young Filipino tauiwi. With the themes of identity, memory, and the cultural connections woven through food-making and gathering around the table.
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Graphic DesignerGusto DesignWellington, Nz -
Graphic DesignerThe New Zealand Portrait Gallery Te Pūkenga Whakaata Oct 2023 - PresentWellington, New Zealand– Designing exhibition collateral—including labels, catalogues, and billboards—with unique visual identities that reflect each exhibition's artistic themes.– Collaborates with gallery team and any external stakeholders to ensure the Gallery is professionally presented.– Designs collateral as per supplied specifications and timeframes. This includes: advertising, signage, catalogue, wall texts, invitations, social media and other promotional material. Plus, development of annual reports, donor board signage and business cards. -
Producer'S Assistant & Publication DesignerAsian Aotearoa Arts Hui 2024 Jan 2024 - PresentWellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand(Producing)– Assisted Programme Producer with festival work on the ground.– Liased with various artists and designers in planning for events.– Demonstrated leadership and organisation in involvement to particular events (Solar New Year Celebration at Mabel's and Baybayin Worklshop)– Co-ordinated a public events involving a market, scheduled acts/performances and catering. – Managed a team of volunteers.– Documented events on the official Instagram accounts. – Produced social media assets and posted on Instagram in accordance to a schedule and strategy. – Designed event posters.(Publication Design)– Liased with various artists and designers.
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Lead Graphic Designer: Exposure Exhibition 2024 Visual IdentityMassey University Sep 2024 - Nov 2024 -
Retail Sales AssistantKowtow Clothing Aug 2023 - Feb 2024Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand– At this role, I was able to connect with my strong interest in fashion and sustainability.– Delivered a high level of customer service, making sure every individual that walks into the store is acknowledged and looked after. – Connected with customers through conversation. – Assisted and maintained a high standard of store presentation.– Operated the till and processed sales. – Organised, confident and positive team player.– Available to work on a flexible roster, able to deliver for covers. -
Front Of House Scooper & Shift ManagerDuck Island Ice Cream Oct 2022 - Aug 2023Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand– Performed excellent customer service in a fast-phased environment, under pressure.– Demonstrated a positive attitude in a team and creating a easy-going work environment – Observe food and health safety guidelines.– Interact and advise with customers through casual conversation and recommendations. – Collaborate and communicate well with coworkers, shift managers and store manager.– Returned in 2024 for short term employment (2 months) as a Shift Manager. -
Retail Sales AssistantTrade Aid New Zealand Mar 2020 - Aug 2023Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand– Promoted as Casual Retail Sales Assistant from Volunteer – Keyholder; performed opening and end-of-day duties; cash-handling and administration. – Supervised and trained volunteers. (Continued to, from previous Volunteer position) – Upheld Trade Aid's Fair Trade principles and ethos. – Operated the till and process transactions. – Communicated and developed product knowledge– Unpacked and labeled stock.– Assisted with visual merchandising/shop display. – Prepared and tidy the shop prior to opening.
Gia Espelita Education Details
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First Class Honours -
Wellington East Girls' CollegeNcea Level 1-2 With Excellence, Level 3 With Merit
Frequently Asked Questions about Gia Espelita
What company does Gia Espelita work for?
Gia Espelita works for Gusto Design
What is Gia Espelita's role at the current company?
Gia Espelita's current role is Graphic Designer.
What schools did Gia Espelita attend?
Gia Espelita attended Massey University, Wellington East Girls' College.
Who are Gia Espelita's colleagues?
Gia Espelita's colleagues are Annette Ellis, Stephanie Glen, Heather Brown, Diane Burney, Neil Cooper, Cecilia Naranjo.
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