We bring brands to life through creativity and strategy.
We’re passionate about building creative-led compelling brands.
With the knowledge of being backed by a strategically minded Agency partner, we empower you to thrive.
Future Proof is a brand design and marketing agency based in Perth, Western Australia. Untangle the overwhelm from digital marketing and navigate standing out in a saturated market. We offer creative solutions for businesses large or lean.
We’re fun in nature but serious about our work. We’re creative and collaborative. We pride ourselves on our unique approach to every project we put our name to. We propel you forward. We challenge the status quo. We keep it light, but stay thoughtfully committed to our clients, the work we create, and to each other. Ideas flow freely. We crave new ideas, new channels, new approaches, new perspectives.
All work, all play.
Act accordingly.
Why choose Future Proof?
We believe in bringing brands to life. In staying ahead of trends and technology (whilst ensuring our work stands the test of time). We’re flexible – adapting our approach and ideas to suit you, your business and your unique brand.
Our multifaceted portfolio spans industries from e-commerce, health and wellness, mining, construction, real estate, beauty and cosmetics, to hospitality, tech, law, and more. We’re grateful to be an extension of our clients businesses, with expertise and a whipsmart skill set suited to a multitude of industries.
Kate Hedges
Director, Lead Strategist
I HAVE A REPUTATION FOR: Being able to talk to absolutely anyone. Knowing too many rap lyrics. Not replying to texts.
WHAT YOU DO AT FUTURE PROOF? Taking risks. Overseeing the teams day-to-day ops. Leaving lids off the artline pens. Building relationships. Exploring. Experimenting. Educating.
LOVES: Peri-peri chip salt, Schmidt, pilates, and my sausage dog, Kingsley.
LOATHES: Only having 24 hours in the day.
WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE WHEN YOU “GREW UP”: The editor of a women’s lifestyle magazine.
Tess Collins
Senior Designer
I have a background in fashion- for many years I was a graphic artist and swimwear designer for a global surf company. I was lucky enough to travel the world with this job, gathering inspiration from everywhere I went! To this day I still draw on these inspirations in my graphic design work.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Design – Graphic Design, & Diploma of Fashion and Textile Design.
I HAVE A REPUTATION FOR: Snacking. Waiting until exactly 10.01am (morning tea time) to crack open the office lolly jar.
WHAT YOU DO AT FUTURE PROOF? Coming up with the creative direction for projects, Bringing brands to life with thoughtful designs, creating emails that make you excited to see them in your inbox.
LOVES: Fried Chicken, Hawaii, my vintage tshirt collection, my family, and my sweet Irish Terrier pup Maggie.
LOATHES: Mashed Potato.
WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE WHEN YOU “GREW UP”: When I was younger I was always doodling fashion designs and making clothes (with the help of my dressmaker Mum!), but would be just as excited to make the swing tags, ads and logo for my creations! I’ve been very lucky to be able to make those dreams as a kid into my career.
Keira Whitbread
Social and Content Lead
I grew up in a mining town way up North and moved down to Perth to study Graphic Design at uni!
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Arts, Creative Advertising and Graphic Design from Curtin Uni.
I HAVE A REPUTATION FOR: My warped sense of humour and my love of coke zero.
WHAT YOU DO AT FUTURE PROOF? Create about 100 social media tiles a day, update content for clients, create EDM’s (like the emails not the music) and any other designy stuff we need.
LOVES: My Cat, Tik Tok, plants, my friends (in that order).
LOATHES: Curbs, low rise jeans, Papyrus.
WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE WHEN YOU “GREW UP”: I actually wanted to be a Graphic Designer from about the age of 10, so looks like things are going pretty great for me.
Simon Thomas
Web Developer
I bailed on New Zealand soon after the Christchurch earthquake. I moved to Perth and soon taught myself to build websites.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) + Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing.
I HAVE A REPUTATION FOR: Drinking more coffee than the human body should be able to hold.
WHAT YOU DO AT FUTURE PROOF? Web wizardry.
LOVES: Footy, cricket and hanging out with my son.
LOATHES: The sound of other people eating.
WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE WHEN YOU “GREW UP”: A chef.
Emma Williamson
Brand Strategist
Through a hopscotch career of graphic design, illustration, strategy and copywriting, I’ve bundled my experience together to create meaningful brands. I tell stories and create content that is genuine and value-focused, communicating the expertise and offerings of our clients. Currently based in Melbourne, I previously worked at Future Proof when I lived in Perth, before venturing across to the east coast.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Graphic Design & Creative Advertising/Bachelor of Illustration [Double Major]
I HAVE A REPUTATION FOR: Being incredibly loud and distracting–allegedly.
WHAT YOU DO AT FUTURE PROOF? I create social and brand strategies, as well as write copy to help brands stand out. I help businesses reach their full potential by crafting words that resonate, provide clear next steps and spark joy in their audience.
LOVES: Long-distance running, podcasts, reading, coffee, an empty gym and the sauna.
LOATHES: The wind, mouth breathers and when water goes down your sleeves when you’re doing the dishes.
WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE WHEN YOU “GREW UP”: Once I got over my zookeeping and vet ambitions, I always knew I wanted to be in a creative field.
Kingsley
Chief Happiness Officer
What we do (well)
Why collaborating with Future Proof will be your next game-changing move. Our capabilities include:
Brand designers and strategic digital marketing for businesses in Perth, Melbourne, NZ and beyond.
CONNECT
Want to collaborate with us? Book a Call
Get in touch hello@futureproofagency.com.au
Our Perth creative agency is located at
96 Hay Street, Subiaco
Western Australia 6008
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We acknowledge the Nyoongar Whadjuk people as the traditional owners of the land we live and work on. We pay respects to Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their continuing connection to the land, waterways and community.
