I strive for two things in design:
simplicity and clarity. Great design
is born out of those two things.

- Lindon Leader

Hello! 👋
Kamusta?

I’m Shane, a curious idealist and a designer who loves learning, and working on ideas to make an impact. Originally from the Philippines and now based in Melbourne, I bring resilience, adaptability, and a strong work ethic to everything I do.

Over the years, I’ve worn many hats, from designing digital products , working in the kitchen, creating brand identities, to running my own food venture in my home country, where I learned both the creative and operational sides of building something from scratch. My recent MBA in Digital Management has also expanded my skills, showing me how valuable data is in shaping strategy and design decisions, helping me bridge creativity with analytics.

Whether it’s designing a brand, crafting digital experiences, or bringing fresh ideas to life, I’m always excited to combine creativity and strategy to create work that truly resonates with people.

My Design Goal: Making design simple, purposeful, and more human

As a designer, my goal is simple: to create things that solves emerging problems and that people can connect with, whether it’s a digital product or a brand.

Having had the chance to I start my own food venture, I wasn’t just designing packaging, I was also answering customer questions, coordinating suppliers, dealing with employees and making sure our product does not only looked just as good in someone’s fridge as they did on Instagram but as well as how they taste. Such experience taught me that good design isn’t only about the visuals, it’s also about making things work in the real world and making an impact not only to the customers but also to the employees.

Now, with my MBA in Digital Management, I’ve learned how data and strategy can back up creativity, making sure every design decision isn’t just beautiful but as well as purposeful.

Education

MBA in Digital Management

Kaplan Business School, Melbourne

July 2023 - June 2025

BFA in Advertising Arts

University of San Carlos, Philippines

2013 - 2017

Design Experience

UI/UX Designer

Basecode Pte., Ltd | Singapore

September 2022 - Present

UI/UX | Graphic Designer

Collaboration.Ai, USA | Freelance Contract

September 2022 - Nov. 2023

Freelance Designer

2017 - Present

September 2022 - Present

Graphic Design Intern

Drawingboard Inc.

September 2022 - Present

Other Experience

Commis de Cuisine

Costa Cruises, International

September 2019 - 2022

Culinary Student Trainee

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan Cebu

August 2018 - December 2018

I also love taking photos!

After finishing my studies in Advertising, I was eager to pursue my passion in photography as a fashion photographer. However, life took a toll on me and pushed me in different directions. Still, I’d love you to see some of my works!

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