I strive for two things in design:
simplicity and clarity. Great design
is born out of those two things.
- Lindon Leader
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.
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.
Kaplan Business School, Melbourne
July 2023 - June 2025
University of San Carlos, Philippines
2013 - 2017
Basecode Pte., Ltd | Singapore
September 2022 - Present
Collaboration.Ai, USA | Freelance Contract
September 2022 - Nov. 2023
2017 - Present
September 2022 - Present
Drawingboard Inc.
September 2022 - Present
Costa Cruises, International
September 2019 - 2022
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan Cebu
August 2018 - December 2018
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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