KAthleen DURKAN
Digital Marketing Specialist
Empowering brands with Digital Solutions & Strategic Insights
ABOUT
Most likely influenced by her Father, who dropped out of art school to work in the field of carpentry studying architectural sketches and building plans. Kathleen developed her innate project management skills and content creation from an early age with a keen interest in political, legal, sociocultural, economic and technological trends.
Currently completing an Advanced Diploma of Marketing and Communication at Australian Pacific College, building on my graphic design foundation to further strengthen my visual communication and strategic storytelling skills.
CONTENT
2013 – Present
A demonstrated history of working in the luxury apparel and homeware sectors, within the high street retail industry for B2B/B2C. Focusing on performance marketing, affiliates, paid media, influencers & celebrities, social media, brands and product marketing – featured on global websites, magazines, mailers, newsletters, flyers, reality tv shows and networking with high profile/ celebrity clients.
DESIGN
2010 – 2013
Projects: Exhibition displays, museum and art galleries, community projects, shop windows and spectaculars within retail stores and famous stage performances.
Companies: Curve Theatre, Vivid Experience, The LCB Depot, Attenborough Arts, Andrew Wolloff Design, BAU Outdoors, John Lewis and Next Home.
STUDIO
Portfolio: Creative storytelling, written theory and sustainability strategies. Participating in national student competitions as directed by industrial manufacturers and Trade associations.
Manufacture: Ceramics, Glass, Metal, Wood, Reclaimed materials. Hand machine & tools, Digital manufacturing, CNC routing, Rapid prototyping, Laser cutting, Computer Aided Design.
TRAVEL - AUSTRALIA
Jan 2024 – July 2024
Embarked on an independent backpacking journey across Australia, developing strong adaptability, problem-solving skills, and cultural awareness. Managed logistics, budgeting, and travel planning while navigating diverse environments and engaging with people from various backgrounds.
Skills
education
2026 -Present
Australian Pacific College
2025 -2026
Melbourne Polytechnic
2006 - 2009
Loughborough University School of Art & Design
2005 - 2006
Loughborough University School of Art & Design
2003 - 2005
St. Pauls RC Sixth Form College
WHV - AUSTRALIA
Jan 2024 – July 2024
Originally from the United Kingdom, experienced Government Contractor with a proven track record in high-impact roles across the Australian public sector. Contributions span key projects with agencies such as the Future Fund, natural disaster recovery operations, and electoral support services. I bring strong expertise in accurate reporting, strategic communication, and efficient process management—delivering value across critical government initiatives that align with national priorities.
TRADE
ENGLAND
Grand Designs Live, London
Top Drawer, London
The Housewares Show, London
Ideal Home Show, London
British Craft Trade Fair, London
Spring & Autumn Fair, Birmingham
Manchester Furniture Show, Manchester
January Furniture Show, NEC Birmingham
The Autumn Furniture Show, Coventry
IRELAND
Irish Furniture & Homewares Show, Dublin
Design Ireland Showcase, Dublin
Showcase – Ireland’s International Creative Expo, Dublin
RDS Craft & Design Fair, Dublin
FRANCE
Salon Maison & Objet, Paris
Paris Design Week, Paris
EspritMeuble, Paris
Maison & Objet In The City, Paris
Révélations – International Fine Craft & Creation Biennial, Paris
GERMANY
Ambiente, Frankfurt
Tendence (formerly Tendence Show), Frankfurt
IMM Cologne, Cologne
Heimtextil, Frankfurt
Spoga + Gafa, Cologne
SPAIN
Hábitat Valencia Fair, Valencia
Cevisama, Valencia
Intergift, Madrid
Feria del Mueble de Zaragoza, Zaragoza
Barcelona Design Week, Barcelona
ITALY
Salone del Mobile.Milano, Milan
Fuorisalone / Milan Design Week, Milan HOMI Milano, Milan
CERSAIE – International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile & Bathroom Furnishings, Bologna
LINEAPELLE, Milan
GALLERY
ENGLAND
New Designers, London
Crafts Council, London
The National Portrait Gallery, London
The V&A, London
The Tate, London
The Art of Banksy, London
Mexican Geniuses: A Frida & Diego Immersive Experience, London
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry
Attenborough Art Gallery, Leicester
City Art Gallery, Leicester
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, Leicester
IRELAND
National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin
Royal Hibernian Academy, Dublin
The Icon Factory & The Icon Walk, Dublin
SCOTLAND
Banksy: Cut & Run, Glasgow
SPAIN
CotiArte Craftwork Market, Feurteventura
Zet Gallery, Portugal
Sherezade Morales, Lanzarote
THE NETHERLANDS
Moooi, Amsterdam
The Frozen Fountain, Amsterdam
Wonder Wood, Amsterdam
Droog Flagship Store, Amsterdam
GERMANY
Dark Matter, Berlin
East Side Gallery, Berlin
Contemporary Fine Arts, Berlin
Galerie Capitain Petzel, Berlin
Schinkel Pavillon, Berlin
The Art of Banksy, Berlin
EXHIBITIONS
BRISBANE
Queensland Art Gallery, Brisbane
Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Brisbane
QAGOMA, Brisbane
Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane
QUT Art Museum, Brisbane
UQ Art Museum, Brisbane
Institute of Modern Art, Brisbane
Queensland Museum & Sciencentre, Brisbane
SYDNEY
Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA), Sydney
Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW), Sydney
White Rabbit Gallery, Sydney
Powerhouse Museum, Sydney
Australian Museum, Sydney
Carriageworks, Sydney
State Library of New South Wales
(exhibitions), Sydney
MELBOURNE
National Gallery of Victoria (NGV International), Melbourne
NGV Australia (Ian Potter Centre), Melbourne
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA), Melbourne
ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Melbourne
Heide Museum of Modern Art, Melbourne
Buxton Contemporary, Melbourne
The Art of Banksy “Without Limits” Exhibition, Melbourne
CANBERRA
National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
National Portrait Gallery, Canberra
National Museum of Australia, Canberra
GOLD COAST
HOTA Gallery – Home of the Arts. Gold Coast
HOTA Gallery, Gold Coast
Gold Coast City Gallery, Gold Coast
HOBART
MONA – Museum of Old and New Art, Hobart
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG), Hobart
Salamanca Arts Centre, Hobart
