About us
We’re Tonic Connective, a boutique graphic design agency specialising in visual brand development, publications, corporate communications, annual reports, website design and environmental graphics.
Since 1998 we have been producing award-winning design for some of Australia’s largest (and smallest) organisations. Our expertise covers all aspects of production including: design, copywriting, photography, printing, and distribution.
What makes Tonic Connective unique is our refreshing attitude, our passion for exceptional design that works, and the enthusiasm with which we embrace your brand. Backed by a team of experienced professionals and a procedural methodology that has been proven over time, we apply a considered, strategic approach to our creative processes.
Tonic Connective is made up of a group of award-winning, passionate creatives with many years experience in all forms of design and production. What makes us unique is our refreshing attitude, our passion for exceptional design that works, and the enthusiasm with which we embrace your brand.
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The Tonic Collective
Tonic Connective is made up of a group of award-winning, passionate creatives with many years experience in all forms of design and production. What makes us unique is our refreshing attitude, our passion for exceptional design that works, and the enthusiasm with which we embrace your brand.
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Tony Howe
– Managing Director –
Tony has over 29 years experience in running design and branding agencies. He has been an account director on Telstra, Channel 7, Nestle and the South Sydney Rabbitohs. He has also spoken on branding and graphic design to industry seminars and conferences.
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JULIANO GUEDES
– Creative Director –
Juliano is a graphic designer with 15+ years of experience working in minor and major projects. Extensive knowledge of editorial design, especially magazines, books. High familiarity with web design, developing cross-platform visual identities. Experience creating a range of graphic design pieces, from magazines to posters, catalogs, folders, brands.
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George Samartzis
– HEad of Digital –
George is an experienced website developer with over 10+ years in the industry. He has a passion for creating awesome websites, and leveraging technology to improve the way business communicate online with their clients. George specialises in CMS websites, eCommerce websites, website hosting and SEO.
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Brendan Dunphy
– Head Copywriter –
Brendan has more than 22 years experience in communications, public relations and copywriting. His written work includes electronic newsletters, corporate publications, annual reports, website copy, digital copy, brochures and advertising material. With a professional background spanning a range of sectors including IT, health, design, architecture, property, fashion, disability services, the arts, travel and the not-for-profit sector, Brendan is able to write about a range of topics.
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Sammer Affridi
– Photographer –
Sammer is a vastly experienced photographer who has the ability to work as a translator of our client’s visions into imagery that is an art form. Corporate, product, built environment and drone photography, Sammer excels at all mediums.
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Roy Kowarski
– Promotions consultant –
Roy from Out There Branding is our strategic alliance partner and a guru of all things promotional , he can advise on the best solutions for any marketing need that requires innovative promotional product. Roy calls upon his vast experience and international network in this field.