Jewel Mako
Premium Graphic, Web & Presentation Designer | Business Development Specialist
10 yrs experience · Auckland, New Zealand · 30-40 hrs/week
About
With over 10 years of experience, I create high-end professional pitch decks, websites and branding materials to help businesses level up and attract high-value clients. My focus on functional design and efficiency ensures impactful results that drive business success. My Services: 🔸 Presentations: Static & Interactive Pitch Decks 🔸 Website Design: Webflow & Figma 🔸 Logos & Brand Identity: Logos & Branding Guides 🔸 Apparel Branding: T-Shirts, Caps, etc. 🔸 Stationery Branding: Business Cards, Letterheads, Custom Business Docs 🔸 Social Media Branding: Covers & Static Ads Areas of Expertise: 🔹 Presentation Design: Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint 🔹 Web Design: Webflow, Wix, Squarespace, WordPress, HTML & CSS 🔹 Graphic Design: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Canva 🔹 UI/UX Design: Figma, Adobe XD 🔹 Reporting & Financials: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Xero, Priority, PowerBI 🔹 Business Development: Strategic Analysis, Budget Control, Relationship Management, Sales & Marketing, Health & Safety 🔹 Business System Implementation: Xero, Google Classroom, Google Workspace, Microsoft 🤝 Why Choose Me? I started my own branding agency, P. J. King Art, to help Construction & Transport business owners grow and succeed. But, to be honest, I kind of boxed myself in by working on similar projects over and over. I realised I wasn’t challenging myself creatively or learning anything new. That’s why I joined Upwork—to work with clients across different industries, tackle fresh challenges, and gain new perspectives. I’m all about constantly improving so I can deliver even better results to my clients. When you work with me, you’ll get a dedicated professional who’s passionate about creating designs that help your business stand out and succeed. If you think we’re a good fit, book a discovery call or send me a message, and I’m sure we can arrange something. 😉
Skills
Experience
- Creative Director · P. J. King Art04-01-2024
I’m the founder of P. J. King Art, a branding and business support agency dedicated to helping tradesmen and entrepreneurs establish and grow their businesses. With a background in Construction, Civil Construction, and Insurance, I provide tailored advice and high-quality tools to help my clients succeed. Key Services: - Professional Branding: I design high-quality branding materials that establish your business identity and resonate with your target audience. - Business Advice & Insights: Share actionable business tips and industry insights through blogs and individual communication to help clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals.
- Project Co-ordinator · Morgan Projects Services04-01-2023 – 04-01-2024
My role was to manage the house insurance claims ensuring the works were completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. Key Services: - Reinstatement Project Management: Oversee reinstatement claims from planning to completion, with budgets ranging from $5k to $2M. - Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with brokers, clients, contractors, architects, engineers, asbestos removal companies, and other suppliers to streamline project execution. - Budget Management: Monitor and control project budgets, track expenses, and allocate resources efficiently to maximise value. - Risk Management & Issue Resolution: Identify potential risks, resolve conflicts, and address issues to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
- Business Development Specialist · Office Keepers Limited02-01-2019 – 04-01-2023
I specialised in helping business owners establish and scale their ventures by focusing on strategic planning, system development, process optimisation, budget management, branding, and marketing. Key Services: - Branding & Marketing: Develop complete brand identities, including branding guides, marketing materials, and tailored strategies. - Market Analysis: Perform in-depth market and competitor research to support new product launches. - Long-Term Planning: Create 5-year strategic plans with actionable objectives, market insights, and KPIs to ensure sustained growth. - Prototype & Systems Development: Design product prototypes for technical teams and implement Learning Management Systems like Google Classroom. - Funding & Investment Support: Craft professional proposals and pitch decks to attract investors and secure funding. - Strategic Business Guidance: Provide expert operational advice to optimise processes, enhance sustainability, and drive business growth.
- Office Administrator · Office Keepers Limited02-01-2011 – 02-01-2019
I worked in an office management role where I supported civil construction contractors. Key Services: - Branding & Marketing: Designing and developing logos, brochures, and other marketing materials to help clients establish their brand identity. - Financial Management: Handling accounts receivable and payable, organizing financial records, reconciling accounts, and managing budgets, payroll, bank reconciliations, and invoices. - Administrative Support: Generating invoices, statements, and purchase orders, following up on outstanding balances, assisting with logistics planning, writing reports, managing diaries, data entry, filing, and email communication.
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