Our Team
BA Graphic Design
"I’m passionate about sustainability, especially in an industry that has the potential to impact so significantly on the environment. Sustainable design is the way of the future and it excites me to be leading Papercut in this innovative direction."
Experience
Claire Connelly is the Director and creator of Papercut. With many years experience in creative arts, visual merchandising and a dedication to brilliant design, Claire’s motivation for starting her own studio was a drive to direct a unique communication service, while also leading Canberra studios in a new era of sustainable design.
Claire has an eye for detail and a dedication to her profession through a passion for the environment. Her experience ranges from working for not–for–profit, private business and government, working on the layout of publications, branding concepts and design for print. After working her way up in these roles, Claire has now founded an agency that will not only offer value for money and a friendly culture with a unique creative edge, but will contribute to future environmental stability.
Claire is an artist in her leisure time and sells her own range of original art cards online at smartbugart.com.au
BA Graphic Design (First Class)
“Graphic design is the best job in the world! There’s nothing more rewarding than producing work that is clever, beautiful and fulfills the clients brief.”
Experience
Kate has expert skills in print media and has designed and project managed a diverse range of publications and specialty items. Her experience in the industry includes work for clients in the private, non profit and government sectors, including the National Gallery of Australia.
Kate is able to produce high quality, innovative design solutions that suit the needs of each client while working to tight deadlines and budgets. She has the knowledge, experience and creativity to provide you with the best outcome to your design needs.
BA Graphic Design
Advanced Diploma of Electronic Design & Digital Imaging
" I have a strong passion for Multimedia design, especially websites, animations and web languages... I love learning different aspects of the world and acquiring new design knowledge which gives me insights for my designs. My goal is to use my creativity and imagination in design to make this world a better place to be!"
Experience
Jan graduated from the Canberra Institute of Technology with an Advanced Diploma of Electronics Design & Digital Imaging. In 2008, he graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor degree in Graphic Design. During his studies, he was nominated to prepare multimedia presentations for the both CIT and UC exhibitions. Through various experience, Jan has a strong working knowledge in web and interactive design by working with and managing large quantities of data. Now Jan is looking forward to contributing to the Design Industry through Papercut.
BA Graphic Design
“Design is fun! When met with a design task, it’s amazing and exciting to think of the endless creative possibilities you can produce. I love choosing gorgeous colours and images and using beautiful fonts and textured papers. All these elements can dramatically change the look and idea of a document.”
Experience
Susannah was introduced to Graphic Design through a passion and talent for photography. She graduated with a Bachelor of Graphic Design from the University of Canberra in 2008. Her designs are sophisticated, clean and often utilise her strong and stunning photography. Her experience with a wide range of clients and small businesses has given her the knowledge and expertise to produce effective branding that suits the client and their market and helps their business grow and develop to its full potential. Her skill in print work means she is able to deliver a superior product that does its job – grab your attention, hold it and most importantly, communicate its
content clearly.
