He’s a great team player, always has initiative. Very easy to work with. Doesn’t need a lot of supervision.
Hi I’m Jo, Graphic Designer based in Dubai.
Great design.
Zero hassle.
Over 15 years of design work across print, web, and social media, for clients in Australia, Canada, Singapore, the Philippines, and Dubai. I lean on AI for the repetitive stuff so I can spend more time on the parts that actually need a human eye: the strategy, the taste, the small decisions that make something feel right.
Why me
One creative partner.
One consistent look.
Your brand deserves to look sharp, consistent, and unmistakably yours. No back and forth, no guesswork. I’ve spent 15+ years doing exactly that across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, the Philippines, and Dubai.
Print, web, social. One creative partner, one consistent look, every deadline hit. I use AI to move faster on the busywork such as research, drafts, production grunt work. But the judgment and the final call are still mine. Design made for humans, by one.
Outside of work, you’ll find me behind a guitar or with my family. Same focus, different stage.
Creative Stack
Skills & Tools
Skills
Print Design
Web Design
Social Media
Video Editing
Workflow Automation
AI-assisted Design
Template Systems
EDMs
E-book
Brand Guideline
Tools
Adobe CC
Affinity
Canva
Capcut
WordPress
CampaignMonitor
Mailchimp
Office 365
Claude / Gemini / ChatGPT
Slack and Trello
Career Journey
Where the work happened
Jul 2025 — Present
Graphic Designer
McCone Properties
I design the graphics that carry McCone’s brand across social media, email campaigns, and print, from brochures to signage. That work earned me Best Employee in November 2025. More recently, I built an automated template system that cut production time by over 80%, turning a 3 to 5 minute task into about 30 seconds per agent request.
Feb 2021 — Sep 2025
Multimedia Designer
River Box Media Ltd
As an independent contractor, I handled the full creative output for several clients at once. I built print and digital campaigns, e-newsletters, and radio content for The Dan Gemus Real Estate Team, designed all the packaging for The Richmond Popcorn Co., and produced the yearly event materials for the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce, including their Business Excellence Awards and Ribfest. This is where I proved I could run a full design workload solo, juggling multiple clients without a team behind me.
Jun 2019 — Apr 2025
Graphic Designer
GBSS
At GBSS, I designed the brand and individual agent marketing materials for their client TravelManagers Australia, ran their e-newsletters through CampaignMonitor, and also rebuilt GBSS’s own company website, gbss.com.au. I was awarded by TravelManagers Australia as one of their Best Employees two years running, 2022 and 2024.
Mar 2017 — Apr 2018
Graphic & Web Designer
D-TEC Solutions
Designed web banners, print ads, social visuals, and exhibition booth graphics; produced e-newsletters and marketing materials; redesigned d-tec.asia.
Oct 2016 — Mar 2017
Graphic & Web Designer
FBP International
I rebuilt two company websites, set up a payment gateway for one of them, and refreshed their print materials and newsletters from the ground up.
Sep 2015 — Oct 2016
Multimedia Designer
Dr Joy Dental Clinic
I redesigned the clinic’s website, built a full brand guideline from scratch, and created e-newsletters and video content to support it.
Apr 2012 — Sep 2015
Graphic Designer
Middle East Global Advisors
I redesigned the company website along with several event sites, then built new ones for major event launches. I also created e-newsletters and print ads that drove attendance, and supported the Art Director on brochures, program guides, and post-event reports.
Mar 2009 — Apr 2012
Graphic Designer
Magna Media FZ LLC
I rebuilt two websites from old Flash technology into modern HTML, improving their search visibility. I also developed complete brand assets for one of them, from vehicle wraps to business cards, and kept newsletters and web content running for Carrefour across four countries.
Don’t Just Take My Word
What clients say
Lorraine Alvero
A very hard working and professional individual. Jo consistently performs exemplary work and provides needed output in a timely manner. Highly recommend this person, experience and skill in one package!
Josh Sta Maria
We especially want to give a huge shoutout to our marketing superstar, Joel, who supported us in so many different ways. Our event would not have looked so polished without his help!
Kellie Grace
As our Lead Graphic Designer, Jo consistently translated complex ideas into compelling visual campaigns. He is highly collaborative, quick to iterate, and brings relentless creativity to everything from branding to large-scale initiatives. Beyond his technical talent, Joel is proactive, dependable, and a genuinely great person to partner with. Any team would be lucky to have him.
Leearne Hynes
Jo is a great team player – he’s great to work with, collaborative and has great attention to detail. We loved having him on our team. The way he pivoted his skills between design and digital marketing during the pandemic when resources were strained showed just how valuable he was. I’d happily recommend him.
Tania Myles
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jo and highly recommend him. A talented graphic designer with great creativity and attention to detail, he consistently brings projects to life. He’s also a reliable, proactive team player who smoothly handles marketing coordinator tasks in my absence. His strong work ethic, adaptability, and positive attitude make him a valuable asset to any team.
Marielle Morre
Joel is one of the most outstanding professionals I have worked with. He consistently delivers exceptional results, learns quickly, takes initiative, and approaches every task with professionalism and attention to quality. Despite his achievements, he remains humble, collaborative, and always willing to help others succeed. His dedication, reliability, and strong work ethic make him a valuable asset to any team.
Jeffrey Yee
One of the most efficient and talented graphic and web developers I’ve worked with. His ability to deliver high-quality work with a quick turnaround made him an invaluable asset in our fast-paced environment. He combines a keen eye for design with proactive problem-solving, seamlessly handling multiple projects without compromising quality. Beyond his technical skills, he is a collaborative, friendly team player who always goes the extra mile. I highly recommend him.
Abdul Muhsin
He consistently goes above and beyond to deliver expert, original artwork. His passion for design shines through his enthusiastic approach and willingness to explore new ideas. Beyond his technical skills, Jo is a joy to work with: a supportive, positive team player who brings incredible energy and encouragement to every project.