Jiahui Xu

Communication Design

I’m Jiahui Xu and here’s a little about me.

Jiahui Xu is a recent communication designer from GuangZhou, China. I have just completed my Bachelor of Communication Design at Swinburne University of Technology. Through my studies at Swinburne, I’ve gained a strong understanding and proficiency in using Adobe CC software like Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD and Lightroom. I also learned model making, illustration, and photography skills during the three years of my study course. Studying at Swinburne has sup- plied me with a strong foundation in developing my design skill and transforming my love for design into a career pathway. In the future, I am very passionate about graphic design, especially when it comes to branding, posters, packaging, logos and publications. I want to have more innovative designs and improve my profes- sional level in my future study and work, and be more proficient in using various Adobe design software to be able to get experience and prepare for any obstacle in the future and I am not afraid of taking on new challenges.

In my spare time, I published my photographs and artworks on social platforms. I also like travelling, experiencing different cultures, watch dramas, painting, creat- ing crafts, visit exhibitions and museums.

During my time at school, I have developed a strong work ethic and a commit- ment to using my designs to create an impact. I feel very fortunate for what I have learned during these three years at Swinburne University and I’m excited to see what my future holds.

Pop Music Album

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Milk Tea in Melbourne

New Year Poster

Breadtop

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We are dedicated to the notion of design to make a better world and we acknowledge that making tools, shaping place, sharing stories, making meaning, wayfinding and collaborating have long been and continue to be both central and integral to First Peoples' cultures. We recognize that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ cultural contributions have continued relevance to design practice and commit to: reconciling ancestries of design and contemporary practice as well as pursuing culturally and professionally appropriate ways to engage with a diverse population of colleagues, industries and clients. In a time of treaty-making and voice we understand that there are overlaps between caring for Country and the sustainable production of goods, services, experiences, products and buildings.

Guided by the principles of respect, reconciliation, and reciprocity we undertake to indigenising and decolonising design practice by dismantling colonial structures and challenging biases that have marginalised Indigenous voices and design.

As students of SoDA you will be given opportunities to both engage with and educate yourself in Indigenous creative practices and cultural protocols through a lens of inclusivity, diversity, respect, mutual understanding, inter-cultural dialogue in all aspects of design practice. Indigenous people have been telling stories, making tools, and connecting to Country through visual media, placemaking and place marking for more than 60,000 years and these practices are part of an ongoing, evolving and live tradition.