Based in Sydney, Australia, our design-driven production company specializes in crafting engaging content with rich visuals that captivate. A small but nimble team of talented designers, producers, and visual artists work to deliver high-quality productions that resonate with audiences.

We proudly partner with large national and international companies, delivering tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. Whether it's film, digital media, advertising, or interactive content, we are dedicated to creating visual stories that will both inform and inspire. Partner with us to bring your vision to life.

Nolan Barret graduated from Central Saint Martins, London, with a BA(Hons) in Visual Communication. He has collaborated with leading organizations such as Unilever, Adidas, Spotify, Google, and Airbnb.

[EXPERIENCE]

[EXPERIENCE]

Co-Founder, Studio Nova (’22–’25)

Co-Founder, Studio Nova (’22–’25)

Co-Founder, Studio Nova (’22–’25)

Freelance Digital Designer (’21–’25)

Freelance Digital Designer (’21–’25)

Freelance Digital Designer (’21–’25)

Senior Designer, Pixel (’20–’22)

Senior Designer, Pixel (’20–’22)

Senior Designer, Pixel (’20–’22)

Visual Designer, Roca (’19–’20)

Visual Designer, Roca (’19–’20)

Visual Designer, Roca (’19–’20)

Design Assistant, Brightline (’18)

Design Assistant, Brightline (’18)

Design Assistant, Brightline (’18)

Design Intern, Blueprint Agency (’17)

Design Intern, Blueprint Agency (’17)

Design Intern, Blueprint Agency (’17)

[Publications]

[Publications]

Creative Review

Creative Review

Creative Review

It’s Nice That

It’s Nice That

It’s Nice That

Communication Arts

Communication Arts

Communication Arts

Design Week

Design Week

Design Week

The Brand Identity

The Brand Identity

The Brand Identity

Adobe Create

Adobe Create

Adobe Create

[Services]

[Services]

Art Direction

Art Direction

Art Direction

Digital Design

Digital Design

Digital Design

Brand Strategy

Brand Strategy

Brand Strategy

Visual Identity

Visual Identity

Visual Identity

UI/UX Design

UI/UX Design

UI/UX Design

Motion Graphics

Motion Graphics

Motion Graphics

Website Design

Website Design

Website Design

Web Development

Web Development

Web Development

[RECOGNITION]

[RECOGNITION]

4x D&AD New Blood Award

4x D&AD New Blood Award

4x D&AD New Blood Award

3x Site Inspire, Featured Project

3x Site Inspire, Featured Project

3x Site Inspire, Featured Project

2x Webby Awards, Honoree

2x Webby Awards, Honoree

2x Webby Awards, Honoree

2x The Drum Design Awards

2x The Drum Design Awards

2x The Drum Design Awards

1x Awwwards, Site of the Day

1x Awwwards, Site of the Day

1x Awwwards, Site of the Day

2x Brand Impact Awards

2x Brand Impact Awards

2x Brand Impact Awards

4x Creativepool Annual, Bronze

4x Creativepool Annual, Bronze

4x Creativepool Annual, Bronze

1x Design Week Rising Star

1x Design Week Rising Star

1x Design Week Rising Star

1x Typographic Circle

1x Typographic Circle

1x Typographic Circle

In the spirit of reconciliation, We Are Mad acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we live, work and play. Our studio is currently placed on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation and we pay our respects to all Elders past, present and emerging.

In the spirit of reconciliation, We Are Mad acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we live, work and play. Our studio is currently placed on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation and we pay our respects to all Elders past, present and emerging.

Level 1 , 109 – 111 Parramatta Rd

Annandale, NSW 2038

Australia

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