Explore Tone Studio's team, our design inspirations, and impactful projects in fundraising, branding, and digital publications.

Tone Studio - A Symphony of Design | People, Inspiration & Craft

Tone Studio a finalist at the 2024 FIA Awards in Brisbane

Tone launches our 2023 wrapping paper

2024 TONE-y Award winner announced

5 Year Tone-versary

5 Year Tone-versary’s

Tone Studio attends Semi Permanent Festival 

Tone Studio Annual Wrapping Paper

“Unlocking the house” exhibition, NSW Parliament 

The Smith Family 2023 Appeal update

Tone Day Out: World Press Photo exhibition

Tone Studio’s director speaks at the 2022 F&P Digi.Raise conference 

Tone’s rebrand and website redesign for SisterWorks has transformed the website experience to one that is lightning fast and intuitive to navigate.

Tone Studio crafts new brand and website for SisterWorks charity

SisterWorks

Explore our latest design, a vibrant celebration of nature and color crafted through a collaborative effort by our talented team. 

Tone Studio's 2023 wrapping paper was inspired by the theme of growth

Handmade with love

Lucia Galanti

Vanessa McCarthy

Drawing on his extensive experience in commercial construction and project management, Sean has driven Tone’s transformation

Learn how Sean uses his unique set of skills to manage complex strategic projects

Sean McCarthy

Previously studying psychology Sam has been driven by the ability to help people. Discover how Tone and Design has provided a platform 

Read Sam's story and find out how her values and influences have landed her at Tone

Samantha Clifford

Discover Jacqui's career evolution, from magazine design to community-focused fundraising, showcasing her passion for storytelling 

"Jacqui's Journey: From Magazine Design to Fundraising and Community Impact"

Jacqui Porter

Step into the powerful and thought-provoking world of the World Press Photo Exhibition. Explore the significance of photojournalism.

World Press Photo Exhibition: A Captivating Journey Through Global Realities

Tone Day Out: World Press Photo Exhibition 2022

Learn how like so many of our team members, AD followed his heart to an organisation built on values that are a perfect fit to his own 

Meet AD, our genius developer with a deep passion for coding

AD Amorim

Get to know Coco, an experienced executive assistant with a background in the fast-paced construction industry, maintaining our day-to-day.

Meet Coco: The Cool-Headed Executive Assistant Who Keeps Things Running Smoothly

Coco McCarthy

Lucia has gained unparalleled digital experience and technical skills. Learn more about how she grew into an important staff at Tone Studio

Learn how Lucia has played an important part in shaping our culture of openness

Discover how creative decisions can impact the success of your direct mail fundraising campaigns. Explore real-life examples.

Overcoming Creative Barriers in Direct Mail Fundraising: Insights and Success Stories

Fundraising Creative That Goes Beyond Tactics

Meet Andrew, a talented graphic design specialist who found his calling in motion graphics and a desire to create positive change.

Meet Andrew: Motion Graphics Specialist with a Passion for Purpose-Driven Design

Andrew Levancini

 Discover why regularly updating and reviewing your brand guidelines is crucial for maintaining brand consistency and empowering your team

 The Importance of Updating and Reviewing Brand Guidelines: Ensuring Consistency

Brand? What Brand?

Meet Jackie, our Senior Designer crafting powerful campaigns for a better world. Passionate about causes and a book lover.

Jackie: Senior Designer Crafting Purposeful Fundraising Campaigns

Jackie Ngo

Discover why developing your brand before building your website is crucial. Learn how brand assets shape website design.

The Importance of Branding Before Website Development | Tone Studio

Before you embark on your next website project – read this!

Explore the significance of reading books in a world dominated by screens. Discover the curated knowledge, the marriage of copy and design.

Rediscovering the Joy of Reading: Why Books Matter in the Digital Age

Be bookish –  a new habit

Get to know Keisha, the creative force behind our design studio, who fearlessly pushes the boundaries of graphic design.

Meet Keisha: A Fearless Graphic Designer with a Passion for Purpose

Keisha Jayaratne

 Explore the creative journey of incorporating Milton Glaser's "Baby Teeth" typeface into the logo design for Shopfront Arts Co-op.

The Inspiring Influence of Milton Glaser's Typeface in Designing Shopfront Arts Co-op Lo

An ode to Baby Teeth

Emma always dreamed of becoming an artist. While pursuing her ambitions through a fine arts degree, she also discovered a talent for graphic design

Meet Tone Staff Emma and read her story in the charity sector

Emma Weis

Tone Day In: Street Gang – How we got to Sesame Street

Top tips for digital creative

Unleash brand power: Michael Bierut's insights on logos, symbols, and meaningful identities for effective communication strategies

The Power of Branding: Building Meaning and Visibility Over Time

The hidden ingredient in any branding project

With experience ranging from branding major events to designing magazines, Mon is an extremely versatile designer but her passion is digital design

Meet our Senior Designer Mon and learn about her drive and passions.

Mon Dorbecker Del Rio

Discover techniques to develop digital creative that moves donors to action. Learn how to communicate and connect on a human level via digital top tip

Captivating Donors: Top Tips for Compelling Digital Creative

Explore Bo's inspiring journey, from print management to purposeful design for not-for-profits. Witness her creative approach to fundraising

Bo's Journey: From Print to Purposeful Design for Not-for-Profits

Bo Tam

Unlocking Sesame Street's creative journey: Discover the impact of a revolutionary children's show, diverse casting, and inspiring social change.

The Power of Inspiration: Lessons from Sesame Street and the Creative Journey

Learn how Vanessa leads with care transforming her studio in an ethical, design-led studio and her diverse team of stellar design professionals 

Learn how Vanessa founded Tone with a powerful vision following her childhood dreams

Discover how Tone generated their creative approach to the FIA end of Year celebration. Discover the role of AI and how it can assist in designs