About

Who am I?

My name is Gary Crilley, and I help small businesses and entrepreneurs get ahead by creating eye-catching brands, visuals, print material and websites.

I've been doing this a long time now and have a good grasp of what it takes to stand out in the 2020s.

Professional Experience

Throughout my career, I have worked across agencies and large corporations, as well as independently as a freelance designer. My roles have ranged from practical design work to leadership positions, including serving as the production and design manager for five newspapers and several magazines. My experience also includes teaching graphic design at tertiary level and running evening classes in key creative software such as Photoshop, InDesign, Freehand, Illustrator, and Dreamweaver.

Writing and Online Presence

In 2004, I published my first book on digital design. To promote this work online, I taught myself HTML and web design, which led to the launch of my first website later that year. My passion for sharing knowledge has driven me to publish additional books on topics such as Graphic Design, Logo Creation, and Photoshop Skills. And more recently, on trail running.

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One Source for Creative Solutions

I bring a broad range of experience to the table—a true jack-of-all-trades whose skills have been honed over many years in the industry. While today's market often favours specialisation, sometimes it's more efficient to keep all your marketing media output in one place. With me, you gain a single, reliable source for all your creative needs, a project manager with a single phone number and email address. Even if you need something beyond my skill set, I know where to go to get what you want.

End-to-End Branding and Design

My skills span the full range of branding and design. I can brand your business, craft a memorable logo, and create eye-catching brochures and point-of-sale materials. From designing product packaging and signage for your premises to producing vehicle wraps, I ensure your brand is consistently represented across all platforms.

Digital and Marketing Expertise

Alongside traditional design work, I can develop your website, write compelling marketing copy, and produce an engaging launch video. Whether you need a memorable slogan for your staff T-shirts or distinctive animations to help your website stand out from competitors, I offer cohesive support throughout your business’s creative journey.

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Personal Life

A husband, father and grandfather, my extracurricular activities include writing, mountain biking and trail running. Especially trail running. I've combined two disparate hobbies by writing a book on trail running. My photos may reflect this, as an image of a man sitting at a computer is nothing to write home about.

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