nikita dornan
Mirror Poster Series, 2022 – Link to project here
New Zealand-based Creative Designer by Nikita Dornan
Hello! I’m Nikita, a visual creator and designer in Wellington, New Zealand. I love crafting bold, expressive brand identities that balance playfulness with purpose. My work explores colour, form, and narrative to create design that feels alive, distinctive, and full of character.
Entain Creative Work –
2024 to 2025
Internal Work – Creative Designer Role: Delivering high-quality, on-brand design across digital, animated, and print media. From concept to final, I craft visuals that engage, align with brand guidelines, and drive impact.
TAB NZ Annual Report Publication– 2025
Annual Report Publication — contributing to the design and delivery of a clear, engaging report that brings complex information to life.
Kahikatea Collective –
2024 to 2025
Master of Design Project – Massey University:
Reimagining the Petone Community House through site-specific visual identity and branding. Inspired by local values and the Kahikatea tree, the project explores how design can foster spatial belonging, cultural connection, and narrative cohesion.
U-turn Campaign – 2023
Final Honours Undergrad Project – Massey University
Best Design Awards Winner – Gold 2024
RedDot Awards Winner 2024
Doze Lighting System –
2022
Doze: A Rethink on Routine for Better Sleep – October 2022
Best Design Award Finalist 2023
Makerstudio Library – 2023
A series of creative, collaborative workshops designed to give the Pōneke community a space to make, connect, and escape daily routines, fostering creativity and new social relationships.
