Brisbane freelance graphic designerPublications and marketing assets that showcase your business at its best
Designed to meet your brief, look sharp, and build trust with your audience through a simple, clear process.
You supply the words.
I shape them into considered communications that reflect the quality of your work and your brand.
With 10+ years of experience across small business, large corporate and government projects, I deliver on brief and on time.
Featured publication designs
Rio Tinto / Resources
Venzin Group / Food and Lifestyle
Brisbane Girls Grammar School / Education
Queensland Ambulance Service / Government
The Progress Co / Psychology and Lifestyle
Duke Realty / Real Estate
Featured marketing designs
Rani’s Cuisine / Marketing assets
Aus Library and Info Assoc. / Socials
Edge Early Learning / Marketing assets
Dux Nuts / Packaging design
Gallipoli Medical Research / Invitation design
Curry n’ Cask / Menu design
Client testimonials
Big thank you for your professionalism and dedication
“I just want to say a big thank you for your professionalism and dedication. No task was ever too big for you and you were so efficient at putting the magazine together. Finally, I love the look of the mag. The colours, design and layout work really well… it is amazing. Thank you so much for all your hard work and enthusiasm!”
— Jo, Queensland Ambulance Service
Organised, responsive, and a fantastic communicator
“Rachel is not only a truly talented creative designer with a sharp eye for layout and publication design, but she’s also incredibly organised, responsive, and a fantastic communicator. She brought thoughtful, strategic recommendations to the table and helped us navigate some tricky stakeholder feedback with grace and professionalism.”
— Camille, Rio Tinto
Incredibly talented… world-class editorial designer
“Rachel blew my expectations out of the water. Apart from being incredibly talented, Rachel is a joy to work with. She's fast, responsive, reliable, patient and direct in the very best way. I have had SO many compliments on the design. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a world-class editorial designer and creative partner.”
— Emma, Progress Magazine
How we work together
Strategy first
Good design starts with a clear direction. We'll explore your goals, audience and ideas, and I'll help shape a creative approach that feels right for your brand before any design work begins.
Design next
Using what we've uncovered, I'll guide the creative direction and explore design options that best support your goals. Together, we'll refine the strongest option and bring it to life.
Launch ready
Once the design is approved, I'll prepare your files for print, web or wherever they need to live. You'll also have my support after delivery if anything comes up.
Meet Rachel, founder of Paper & Desk
I’m a graphic designer and publication specialist with over a decade of experience in design and creative direction.
I help founders, businesses, and government clients in Brisbane, Sydney, and Canberra create publications and marketing assets that meet the brief, are on brand, and are delivered on time.
I keep the process smooth and straightforward through clear and consistent communication. I work collaboratively with my clients, value feedback, and focus on creating work that looks good AND that aligns with their goals and timelines. My clients describe me as reliable, flexible, responsive, and easy to work with.
With experience across industries including fashion, lifestyle, real estate, health, education, research, resources, consulting, horticulture, agriculture, and events, I bring a broad perspective to every project to create designs that engage and stand out.
If you’re ready to work with a designer who just gets things, and gets on with it, I would love find out more about how I can help you.
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