2023 Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand Emerging Designer Shortlist

2023 Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand Emerging Designer Shortlist

Congratulations to shortlisted designers: Brittany Irvine and Jean Donaldson

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Brittany Irvine is a multi-disciplinary designer, extending her creative reach from her professional role in architecture to her independent work in graphic design.

A large part of architecture is communicating ideas, from the conceptual through to construction. This passion for visual communication extends to print and digital design. She enjoys the challenge of distilling complex information to make it easier for the reader to navigate and comprehend.

With her diverse skill set and unwavering commitment to enhancing visual experiences, Brittany continues to push boundaries in both architecture and graphic design, leaving a lasting impact on every project she undertakes.

Jean Donaldson is a designer and illustrator born and raised in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. She graduated with a Bachelor of Design from Toi Rauwhārangi at Massey University in 2021 and went on to complete a Master’s of Design in 2023. Jeans’ design work is driven by the purpose of creating positive change for Aotearoa, with a particular interest in the relationship between design and conservation. She is currently working as a designer and design researcher at Toi Āria: Design for Public Good based at Massey University.