TONY HOWARD
Margaret River
Summary
Experienced graphic designer and sign writer with over 30 years in commercial design, print, signage and film production. Operates a successful design business delivering end-to-end creative solutions including branding, signage, print, digital assets and websites. Highly skilled in film and television graphics, collaborating with art departments to create authentic, period-accurate props and visual elements under tight deadlines. Known for practical problem-solving, strong production knowledge and exceptional attention to detail.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Artist
Mystery Road: Origin (Season Two)
- - Designed and developed graphic props and signage for screen
- - Hand-painted signs and applied vinyl graphics
- - Managed vehicle graphics and applications
- - Photo editing, ageing and distressing for period authenticity
- - Worked closely with art directors, producers and set teams
- (3-month contract)
Graphic Artist
Whale Shark Jack
- - Supported all graphic artist requirements across production
- - Developed printed materials and graphic props
- - Collaborated with art and production teams
- - Delivered fast-turnaround assets for tight schedules
Graphic Artist
RUN - Postcard Bandit (Warner Bros)
- - Designed and developed authentic graphic props including signage, printed materials and passports
- - Hand-painted and vinyl sign writing, including period-accurate replication
- - Photo editing, ageing and distressing for realism
- - Worked collaboratively with art department and production staff
- (3-month contract)
Owner / Graphic Designer
Creative Tones - Graphic Design Business
- Current
- - Designed and managed branding, signage, print and website projects
- - Managed client relationships, suppliers and print partners
- - Produced production-ready artwork across digital and physical formats
- - Delivered durable, visually effective and practical design outcomes
Education
Associate of Arts - Commercial Arts (Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing)
CATC
Sydney, NSWFour-Year Apprenticeship - Sign Writing
High School Education - undefined
Skills
- - Logo design, branding systems and visual identity development
- - Creative concept development
- - Print production and large-format output
- - Hand-painted and vinyl sign writing
- - Film & TV graphic props and set graphics
- - Photo editing, ageing and distressing for authenticity
- - Vehicle graphics and installation
- - Website design and digital asset preparation
- - Strong understanding of print, sign and production workflows
- Software & Tools:
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
Websites
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- - Creative and practical problem-solving
- - Strong time management and deadline reliability
- - Clear communication and collaborative teamwork
- - High attention to detail and visual accuracy
- - Adaptable, hands-on and solutions-focused
AVAILABILITY
Available for contract or project-based work across commercial design and film/television production.
Timeline
Owner / Graphic Designer
Creative Tones - Graphic Design Business
- Current
Four-Year Apprenticeship - Sign Writing
High School Education - undefined
Graphic Artist
Mystery Road: Origin (Season Two)
Graphic Artist
Whale Shark Jack
Graphic Artist
RUN - Postcard Bandit (Warner Bros)
Associate of Arts - Commercial Arts (Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing)
CATC