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I am an experienced graphic and apparel designer with over 12 years experience in the industry with jobs spanning from working in pre-press when I was younger to being the head of design for a sports clothing company. I have an incredible amount of experience in apparel, print and graphic design. I have extensive knowledge in the production process for clothing, am able to work quickly on CAD work in this area. My passion is with working with brands in achieving new branding, logo developments and creative direction. I have been working as the head of design for a sports company and have since left at the start of 2018 to have more opportunity to work with other brands and explore a more creative side of my career. I also love working with clients on their websites. For the most part, smaller clients prefer simpler sites, which I Iike to design with the client and finish the build on wordpress. For more complex jobs I like to work with a local development company to achieve more intricate parts like moving objects, animations etc. I am efficient, productive and have an awesome work ethic. I take my work seriously, but like to communicate and connect with my clients on a personal level. Would love to hear from you!

🏆 Top Rated, Verified, Preferred with 5.0⭐️ rating 😎 100% Job Success 💼 20+ projects completed Being an expert in website design & branding takes many skills in various fields of design. 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 (Hats I wear) 💎 Web Design 💎 User Experience & User Interface (UI/UX) 💎 Branding & Corporate Identity 💎 Logo Design 🔹 Graphic Design, Icons, Illustrations 🔹 Landing Page Design 🔹 Mobile Responsive Design & App Design 🔹 SaaS Product Design Design 🔹 Web App & Dashboard 🔹 Wireframes, Prototypes, Mockups 🔹 Design Systems 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 (Stuff I use) ► Figma ► Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Illustrator 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 Every project goes through multiple stages, which is crucial to ensure success. 1. Discovery. Let's get to know your company or product and the problems you're facing. 2. Strategy. Define the best approach to solve your problems and specify what exactly should be done. 3. Design. Brainstorm and collaborate to create the concepts, review them, then design the whole thing. 4. QA / Test. (Websites) Rigorously test on all major devices and browsers. 5. Deliver. Prepare the final design. Every project is different, so the process can often be tailored to fit your requirements and goals. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡 Invite me to your project, send an offer or message 💬 Available at any time. Always happy to chat or schedule a call 🤙

I design clear, calm, and credible websites for New Zealand and Australian organisations who need their online presence to reflect their purpose, values, and professionalism. I have 7+ years’ experience working across corporate, public sector, and purpose-led organisations, designing websites that prioritise clarity, accessibility, and trust, especially in high-scrutiny environments. NZ & AU focus I specialise in websites for organisations across Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. This regional focus means I understand local expectations around public trust, plain-English communication, accessibility standards, and stakeholder-led decision making. My work is particularly well-suited to organisations in: • Healthcare and community services • Iwi and kaupapa-aligned organisations • Government-funded and public sector bodies • Education and research • Professional services Relevant experience highlights • Led a 77-page Webflow website for Te Kāika, a NZ healthcare NGO with $38 million in government funding • Designed and delivered iwi websites covering governance, history, and reconciliation content • Delivered digital and website projects for NZ government departments and public sector teams • Worked with universities and research faculties, translating complex information into clear, accessible websites • Designed websites for corporate and professional service organisations needing credibility-first digital presence How I work My process always starts with clarity, understanding the organisation, its audience, and what the website needs to achieve. From there, I lead projects end-to-end, from content structure and UX through to design, build, and launch, ensuring the final website feels intentional, easy to navigate, and built for trust. Platforms & services I design and build on Webflow and Wix, and support clients with: • Website strategy & information architecture • UX-led design and content clarity • Accessibility-aware design • CMS setup and training • Website rebuilds, refreshes, and ongoing support I work best with NZ and AU organisations who need their website to stand up to scrutiny, communicate clearly, and feel calm, confident, and considered. Let's jump on a call and discuss your needs.

I'm a graphic designer and a photographer based in Christchurch, New Zealand. I've worked for many years in an ad agency as a web designer creating online campaigns (desktop and mobile formats). I have experience in art direction, design, web development and photo editing. I've been a freelancer for a few years now and I am available to help you with all your needs related to visual creation & communication!

Need a website that feels effortless to navigate and looks sharp from every angle? That is where I come in. I design custom Squarespace websites with a focus on clarity, structure, and flow. Whether you are after a single landing page or a fully built multi page site, I take your content and shape it into something that is easy to follow and aligned with your goals. What you can expect: • A site that is simple to manage and built to last • Clear layout and mobile friendly design • A smooth, guided process from start to finish • Full handover so you stay in control. If that is not your thing, I also offer ongoing website management • Thirty days of post launch email and messaging support My work is clean, considered, and designed to leave a lasting impression. I have delivered successful projects across Australia and New Zealand and I am now looking to partner with clients internationally as well. If you are after a website that is well structured, professional, and easy to manage, let’s talk.

Ready to build your website? I'm offering 25% off my next 5 clients via Upwork! (Limited number remaining!) Hi, I'm HJ, the designer behind Volar Creative Studio, a Wellington NZ-based web design studio helping hospitality, wellness, and creative businesses build websites that are as considered as the work they do. I specialise in Squarespace (and NZ's Rocketspark platform too), from full website builds to CSS customisation, SEO setup, and digital product design. I combine strategic thinking with strong visual design and deep platform expertise to build websites that feel intentional and perform. ✦ Squarespace Circle Member | Your project includes an extra 20% off annual platform subscriptions. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Hannah helped me set up a beautiful website offering a range of services to reach a diverse audience. I loved her logic and intuitive understanding of what was needed to achieve this". — Yvette, Luxe Gardens NZ What I help with: ❋ Squarespace website design and development (including advanced CSS customisation) ❋ SEO setup and on-page optimisation ❋ Landing pages and sales pages ❋ Branding, Canva design, and digital products Who I work with best: Boutique accommodation operators, retreat and wellness businesses, coaches, and creative studios - particularly those who want a high-quality, considered online presence that reflects the care they put into their work. Why Squarespace Circle? Circle membership is awarded to designers who maintain consistent, high-quality Squarespace builds. It gives my clients extended free trials, priority support access, and the confidence of working with a verified platform specialist. I take a collaborative, thoughtful approach to every project, focused on the strategy behind your site as much as how it looks. Let's build something great. Send me a message to get started.