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How Apt
Over the last three decades in this field, my dedication and motivation to grow have led me to exceptional projects and experiences. Having worked within ‘top 5’ creative agencies in Europe on a vast array of material I bring a high level of experienced to all my clients. My creative services include consultancy/coaching for work you may have already embarked on, but need guidance with, to reach the final outcome.
Take a moment to explore my portfolio on this site, it includes collaborations with larger creative teams and marketing companies, commissioned work and side projects. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you too want to be noticed!
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Email melissa.hinves@gmail.com
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Design Agency Experience
EXPERIENCE OVER 3 DECADES
Working within and alongside the teams from: Publicis Agency London, Publicis Worldwide, Publicis Dialogue, Publicis BluePrint, Carrē Noir, COMMA, Saatchis, Eventer Design Group
Clients
PAST AND PRESENT
Clients include: Luxury Real Estate, Fletcher Living, Mt Cook Alpine Salmon, Katie-Jeyn Romeyn International (AUS), Mahu Whenua, QLDC, APBA, Lakes District Museum, The Grow Agency (AUS), Postmasters, The Fork and Tap, Utility, RDA Consulting, The Grow Agency (Perth, AUS/Christchurch/NZ), StreetAmart Marketing, EPIC
Testimonials
2013
"...Campaign for AFWA we did was their best month EVER on record..."
Client: The Grow Agency/Arthritis Foundation Western Australia (AFWA)
2014
"...Wonderful! I am very impressed with your work, where were you 12 months ago? :)) Let's get this thing live!"
Client: The Grow Agency/StreetSmart Marketing/Corrie Piripi, Centurion Standley
"Melissa I really am glad that you yourself took on my project as I am so very happy with it... I really appreciate how much you went above and beyond the call of duty for me..."
Client: The Grow Agency/StreetSmart Marketing/Scott Kilpatrick, Affordable Quality Homes
2021
WOO HOO! 💥💥💥 What an AMAZING weekend! Career Acceleration Mastermind - Increase Your Impact & Build Your Brand 2 Day Event.
THANK YOU to my AMAZING team .... and Melissa Hinves who are behind the scenes waving their magic.
-Gratitude-
Client: Katie-Jeyn Romeyn International
Awards
2012
Western Australia Division B State Renewal Campaign Winner, State and Territory Awards, Fundraising Institute Australia, FIA (fia.org.au)
Campaign: Concept and Creation of "Love to Dream" - 2011
Client: The Grow Agency/The Centre for Cerebral Palsy (TCCP) WA