Based in Melbourne.
Working globally.
Rising
Helping startups use design to unlock growth.
Rising is a design agency helping early-stage startups unlock growth through design. I positioned Rising as a niche service using design to boost conversion or retention. During my 6 months at Rising I worked with 5 global clients across product and brand design. After 2 years of self-directed work, I have now decided to transition back to full-time employment to pursue broader challenges in a more team-oriented environment.
Founder, Designer
2024-25, 6 months
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Ezra
Ezra is a B2B SaaS product offering campaign management and outreach tools for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creators. I led its design and development from 0→1, managing two engineers and working closely with my co-founder on go-to-market strategy. Ezra is slowly iterating towards PMF with 40 MAU and growing.
Co-Founder
2023-24, 12 months
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CommBank
Australia's largest retail bank had a new strategic vision. I joined a team tasked with the mission of reimagining the app from scratch—no small ask, with 6 million users and an NPS of +30.7 at stake. I spent eight months shaping the initial hypothesis which was then handed to an in-house squad for delivery. The first iteration of the new app was shipped in mid-2023.
Product Designer
2022, 8 months
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Qantas
A new design strategy for
Australia’s flagship carrier.
Once the shining star of Australian brands, Qantas faced severe turbulence following a series of public missteps. I joined a large transformation program tasked with restoring faith among Australian consumers. My pod of two defined a new website design strategy, with a focus on IA and navigation. Our work played a significant role in securing further funding for the program.
Product Designer
2023, 4 months
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A bit about me
I'm a designer with a business backbone.
Adaptable to any environment and pace, I’ve worked on high-stakes re-designs for products used by millions, and recently led product and design at my own startup where I managed a team of five.
I bring a horizontal skillset, an obsession with outcomes over output, and a calm approach that thrives in high-intensity environments.
Put a face to the name
Me, trying not to smile.
Experience
2024 - 2025
2023 - 2024
2021 - 2023
Product Designer
2020
Product Designer
2018 - 2020
Testimonials
"Oli is an exceptional professional, combining mastery of the craft and strategic thinking with a genuinely inspiring and thoughtful personality."
Mitch van Kaathoven
Design Manager, Accenture
"Oli is a 10x designer. He works fast and wide, has empathy in ounces, and is a conscious leader. Don’t sleep on the opportunity to work with him."
Tobias Vogel
Co-Founder, Ezra
"Oli is a systematic thinker. He has a deep understanding of the nuances between different design approaches and their impact for both customers and the business. As a team member, Oli is such a pleasure to collaborate with."
Henry Hu
Design Manager, Accenture