Regina Speer

Graphic Design
for Purpose-driven
Businesses

Regina is

a fellow citizen of the world.

a creator who likes to deconstruct.

a teacher who enjoys learning.

a thinker who is hands-on.

a German in New Zealand.

About Regina

I grew up in picturesque Bavaria, in the south of Germany. My family had a small organic farm surrounded by forests and lakes with a great view of the Alps. It would be a lifestyle block in New Zealand, but our 30 cows were our livelihood.

This upbringing taught me much about the importance of looking after our land and all beings, as well as about treasuring simple things.

My urge to create has been there for as long as I remember. Making it my craft wasn’t a straightforward journey but one that taught me plenty.

I have been working in the Design Industry since 2003. Over the years, I worked in pre-press, design agencies, a lithography studio, in editorial design, designed for and owned startups, and freelanced. I also taught graphic, web- and UX design.

2014 this path brought me to New Zealand, where I studied for a year before I deep-dived into the startup world. The consistency through all those years was creativity and drive to find solutions to improve upon what is.

My process is inquisitive, with a curiosity for the client’s needs, matching them with the expectations and wants of the target audience. This results in compelling designs.

Regina at work
Credit: Jonny Knopp, Peanat Productions

Purpose & Values

I’m in business to create a better tomorrow.

I stand alongside today’s visionaries, change-makers and forward thinkers – every rebel who dares to fight the good fight.

My weapons of choice – quality design, creativity and kindness.

Testimonials

Professional Experience

  • Freelance Designer (2003-now)
  • Head of Design and Digital – Inspiring Stories (2021)
  • Tutor for web and graphic design – Yoobee Collages (2015-2020)
  • Swoppy founder (2016-2018)
  • MOOJ music app founder (2014-2018)
  • Bachelor of Design – Communication (2014)
  • Certified communication Designer
    typography major  (2010-2013)
  • Image editing – streamlining processes and automation (2008-2010)
  • Lithography, high-end image editing (2007)
  • Media designer – 3-year apprenticeship;
    Pre-press – offset printing company (2004-2007)
  • Internship at design agency (2003)

Skills

Professional

  • Print design
  • Web/App design
  • Brand development
  • User Experience
  • Teamwork
  • Automating workflows
  • Time management
  • Managing interns
  • Exhibition design
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Problem-solving
  • Photography
  • Video editing


Programming/Web

  • HTML 5
  • CSS 3
  • WordPres
  • Squarespace

Soft skills

  • Communication
  • Empathy
  • Creativity
  • Flexibility
  • Curiosity
  • Honesty
  • Collaboration


Software

  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • Adobe XD
  • Premiere
  • AfterEffects
  • G-suite
  • Microsoft Office

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