Digital wellbeing is about the impact of digital technologies on what it means to live a life that is good for a human being. Our lab is a Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research group and part of the Faculty of Science at QUT. It brings together academic staff, postdoctoral research fellows and research students to lead a participatory and human-centred research response to explore digital wellbeing risks and opportunities for technology design. Through our research, we envisage a future… Show more Digital wellbeing is about the impact of digital technologies on what it means to live a life that is good for a human being. Our lab is a Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research group and part of the Faculty of Science at QUT. It brings together academic staff, postdoctoral research fellows and research students to lead a participatory and human-centred research response to explore digital wellbeing risks and opportunities for technology design. Through our research, we envisage a future where all digital technology is co-designed with end users for their social, mental and physical wellbeing. Show less

Discovery, Digital Transformation, Product Development and Digital ExperienceProviding solutions through evidence-based research, organisational/product awareness and digital best practice.

Providing solutions through evidence-based research, organisational/product awareness and digital best practice.

Digital consulting with particular expertise in digital experience, digital transformation, digital strategy, digital product development, CX and UX.

Part-time professional doctorate candidate within the Computer-Human Interaction discipline, researching narrative gamification of online civic interactions. My thesis was submitted for external examination in March 2021.School of Computer Science, Science and Engineering Faculty.

Research projects- Defining Esports: A Systematic Review and Thematic Analysis- The Impact on Player Experience of digital and physical interfaces playing pinball- The use of biometrics in Human-Computer Interaction research with young childrenSchool of Computer Science, Science and Engineering Faculty

Game Design in Different Contexts. School of Computer Science, Science and Engineering Faculty.

Research project: Hybrid Human-AI collaboration in complex real-time video games.Research School of Computer Science, ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science.

In this role I was responsible for initiating, planning and implementing a program of continuous improvement and innovation across Brisbane City Council to optimise outcomes on digital transformation and digital communication projects.I also developed, maintained and implemented the overall strategic plan for all digital channels including the corporate website, campaign websites, intranet, social media, mobile and other emerging channels, including the setting and achievement of key… Show more In this role I was responsible for initiating, planning and implementing a program of continuous improvement and innovation across Brisbane City Council to optimise outcomes on digital transformation and digital communication projects.I also developed, maintained and implemented the overall strategic plan for all digital channels including the corporate website, campaign websites, intranet, social media, mobile and other emerging channels, including the setting and achievement of key deliverable’s and targets and development and management of their annual budgets.I was a member of Council's Smart, Connected Brisbane Steering Committee, Open Data Steering Committee and the Customer Service Strategy Board. I was also a user representative on a number of major digital transformation project governance groups, providing digital strategic and tactical advice to the senior executive project owners responsible for delivering a range of multi-million dollar digital transformation projects, including popular Council online transactions and the new online City Plan. Show less

As Principal Officer I led the Digital Services Team, working across a wide range of digital projects and channels, including: social media, open data, games, gamification, the corporate website, campaign websites, intranet, blogs, online display advertising, mobile & apps, metrics and e-newsletters. As part of Brisbane City Council's Corporate Communication branch, the Digital Services Team played a key role in the delivery of Council communication especially during times of crisisI… Show more As Principal Officer I led the Digital Services Team, working across a wide range of digital projects and channels, including: social media, open data, games, gamification, the corporate website, campaign websites, intranet, blogs, online display advertising, mobile & apps, metrics and e-newsletters. As part of Brisbane City Council's Corporate Communication branch, the Digital Services Team played a key role in the delivery of Council communication especially during times of crisisI was responsible for leading and managing the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of key digital campaigns and projects, and overseeing Council’s digital channels to ensure they aligned with Council’s Brand Strategy and Corporate Marketing Strategy objectives (including integration with city-wide campaigns). My role acted as ‘Editor-in-Chief’ of the Corporate Website in order to drive the enhancement of this key online channel.I also led the development, evolution and implementation of Council's Digital Communication, Social Media, Intranet, Mobile & Apps, and Multimedia Strategies. Show less

Responsible for creating, managing and maintaining the overall visual identity for Brisbane City Council, as well as defining the look and feel for campaign activities (offline and online) as required. This role is also responsible for the delivery of key digital projects.As Creative Director I am principally responsible for determining the best ways to visually represent Council’s identify offline and online. It includes the definition of user interface components, thematic elements… Show more Responsible for creating, managing and maintaining the overall visual identity for Brisbane City Council, as well as defining the look and feel for campaign activities (offline and online) as required. This role is also responsible for the delivery of key digital projects.As Creative Director I am principally responsible for determining the best ways to visually represent Council’s identify offline and online. It includes the definition of user interface components, thematic elements and informational structures, with a strong focus on delivering highly effective user interaction models that meet customer and business needs.This role is also active in defining and championing visual presentation standards and promotes consistent and quality design throughout the organisation by leading the design phase of diverse projects. In addition, there is a leadership responsibility for a team of digital marketing personnel involved in the delivery of special projects. Show less

ourbrisbane.com is a unique, Brisbane-based lifestyle and tourism website that covers all aspects of living in and visiting the city.Responsible for the creative aspects of all ourbrisbane.com campaigns both online and offline, including web design (information architecture, wire frames, user experience and visual design), branding and advertising from concept through production.

ourbrisbane.com is a unique, Brisbane-based lifestyle and tourism website that covers all aspects of living in and visiting the city.Producer of the What's On area of ourbrisbane.com; as well as designing, developing and producing related ourbrisbane.com network and campaign sites.

Executive Producer for the world premiere production of Water Wars by Elaine Acworth as part of La Boite Indie, La Boite Theatre, August 2011; and the Oakey Cultural Centre, Darling Downs, July 2011.Executive Producer for the world premiere production of RISK by Elaine Acworth at the Sue Benner Theatre, Metro Arts, October 2008.

The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body.Managed all phases of the Australia Council’s online service delivery including the development of a strategic framework to ensure consistent delivery of best practice online services, policies and initiatives. Provided strategic advice to the CEO and Executive on online policies and projects; Council's website, other government online initiatives; and trends and developments in online services… Show more The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body.Managed all phases of the Australia Council’s online service delivery including the development of a strategic framework to ensure consistent delivery of best practice online services, policies and initiatives. Provided strategic advice to the CEO and Executive on online policies and projects; Council's website, other government online initiatives; and trends and developments in online services and the Internet.Represented the Australia Council on external committees and working parties, including: the Heads of Cultural Organisations Online Group; and the Culture and Recreation Portal Advisory Committee. Show less