About us
Our Team
Kevin Austin
Managing DirectorKevin's major focus is to ensure that media production at every stage is effectively managed and that quality remains at the highest possible level. His role also includes graphic design, directing and conducting photo shoots, video production and broadcast video editing. Kevin is accredited with a Diploma of Information Technology and Multimedia Integration – Project Management, an Advanced Diploma of Business Management and an Advanced Diploma of Business Marketing (current) through Intech Institute of Technology. Kevin and his wife Jenny own and run three business: Visual Obsession; Harleys - The Educational Super Store; and Airport Car Storage.
Jenny Austin
Co-OwnerJenny and her husband Kevin own and run three businesses: Visual Obsession; Harleys - The Educational Super Store; and Airport Car Storage. Jenny is accredited with Cairns Business Woman of the Year in 2000, Small Employer of the Year Finalist, Retailer Excellence Award and Best Overall Performance in Retail for School Based Trainee. Jenny has had many trainees complete their retail skills course with distinctions. Jenny is an avid supporter of trainee programs.
Corey Austin
Production ManagerCorey Austin is the Production manager and broadcast camera operator. Corey is accredited with a Diploma of Information Technology and Multimedia Integration - Project Management, an Advanced Diploma of Business Management and an Advanced Diploma of Business Marketing (current) through Intech Institute of Technology. Corey specialises in project planning, budget control, quality control, logistical coordination, lighting, still photography and script writing.
Chris Gillis
Online Marketing ManagerChris Gillis (CertIIIIT, CertIVNet, DipMultimed) has managed Visual Obsession's online marketing and advertising division (including website development and large social media campaigns) for the past 7 years. Chris primarily focuses on research and development, ensuring that Visual Obsession operates on the cutting edge. He has attended the Social Media World Forum in Singapore (exploring social media in business), the Screen Futures Summit in Melbourne (exploring social media in education), and the Amazon Web Services Cloud Tour 2011 in Melbourne. Chris has collaborated with various clients to develop & execute successful social media campaigns, such as Harleys Educational, Kasa Por Yarn (QLD Health), Condoman (HITNet), and BITE (QLD Health). Chris is a Google AdWords Qualified Individual, and has trained dozens of people in web programming and online media development, including school-based remote training using Skype and Interactive Whiteboards. He has also given presentations on technology and education at various speaking occasions, including the “Oceans to Outback” nutrition seminar for QLD Health.
Kristy Vallely
Communications ConsultantKristy Vallely is a well-known blogger and influential in Social Media. Visual Obsession consults Kristy on relevant jobs, and benefits from her considerable experience. Kristy was a finalist for Cairns Business Woman of the Year 2005 - Corporate Section.
Nova Austin
Human Resource and Workplace Health and Safety OfficerNova Austin is the company’s qualified trainer and assessor with a BSZ40198 Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training and a Certificate IV in Retail Management. Nova is accredited with an Advanced Diploma of Business Management, and an Advanced Diploma of Business Marketing (current). Nova was a finalist for the Australian Institute of Management Young Managers Award. Nova is the manager for Harleys Educational Supplies, a Visual Obsession sister company.
Emma Walker
Business AdministratorEmma Walker - Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology, Emma has experience with the programs Adobe CS4 suite (Photoshop, Indesign and Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Director and Flash) and Liquid Silver video editing system, broadcast 50mb widescreen. Her responsibilities include administration, invoicing, quoting, graphic design, photography, website design, large format printing, video editing, voice over studio recording, flash animation and interactive multimedia.
Christopher-Jay McNamee
Designer and CameramanChristopher-Jay McNamee, is a Graphic designer and media artist. He has completed a certificate 3 and 4 in Multimedia and a certificate 4 in Graphic Design through the Hunter institute of TAFE. Christopher-Jay has experience in the program Adobe CS4 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash). His responsibilities consist of graphic design, corporate branding, website design and development, and video editing.
Mat Riley
Trainer and AdWords ProfessionalMat Riley - Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology, Mat has experience in the programs Adobe CS4 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver and Flash). Mat is also professionally qualified under the Google Adwords certification program as a Certified Partner. Mat has experience in programming and scripting with languages such as PHP, MySQL, HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS and JavaScript. His responsibilities consist of website development and maintenance, search engine optimisation, data entry, computer hardware and maintenance, information technology, software research, network management, search engine marketing and Google Adwords management.
Randal Kelly
ProgrammerRandal Kelly - Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology, Randal has experience in the programs Adobe CS4 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver and Flash). He is skilled at programming and scripting with languages such as PHP, ASP, MySQL, HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS, AJAX, JavaScript, ActionScript, and Lingo. His responsibilities consist of website development, website maintenance, search engine optimisation, cross browser testing and Flash animation.
Mikayla Christian
Indigenous ArtistMikayla Christian is an Indigenous artist and qualified graphic designer. Mikayla has a strong artistic and technical ability which enhances her cultural heritage. Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology. Mikayla’s responsibilities include illustration, graphic design, website design, voice-over talent, modelling, photography, flash animation and interactive multimedia using software such as Adobe CS4 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver and Flash).
Ewan Cutler
Video EditorEwan Cutler has a Certificate IV in Multimedia through Smithfield State High Schools QUEST Course. Ewan has experience in using the Adobe CS4 Suite (After Effects, Premiere, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash). His responsibilities are video editing and graphic design.
Charlie O'Leary
Online Marketing and Web DeveloperCharlie O'Leary is currently studying a Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology as a trainee. Charlie has experience in the programs Adobe CS4 Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and Premier Pro) He has experience in programming and scripting with languages such as PHP, HTML, CSS and Javascript. His Responsibilities are Website Development, Cross Browser Testing and Website Design.
Corinne Jade Lewis
DesignerCorinne Jade Lewis- Bachelor of Communication Design, majoring in Multimedia, through James Cook University in Townsville. Corinne has experience with the programs Adobe CS5 suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom and Premiere). Her responsibilities include illustration, graphic design, website design, corporate branding and video editing.
Kyah Rindlisbacher
Web DeveloperKyah Rindlisbacher is currently studying Certificate IV Multimedia in Websites through Intech Institute of Technology as a trainee. Kyah has experience in the programs Adobe CS4 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Dreamweaver, and Flash). He has experience in programming and scripting with languages such as PHP, HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript and ActionScript. His responsibilities are graphic design, flash animation, data entry, website development and website design.
Makira Manthorpe
Interstate School-Based TraineeVisual Obsession is currently training Makira Manthorpe, an interstate school-based trainee who is located in Port Lincoln, South Australia. At the start of each training day, one of Visual Obsession's Graphic Designers signs into Skype and begins the daily lesson. Visual Obsession use webcams with Makira over Skype to communicate periodically during the day, and Visual Obsession can log into Makira's computer remotely to check the quality of work and demonstrate advanced techniques.
Daniel Fisher
Kuku Yalanji Indigenous ConsultantKuku Yalanji Clan – Daniel is Visual Obsession’s project leader for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural research. Daniel develops Indigenous content for cultural centres and other media productions that require indigenous interpretation, he ensures cultural sensitivities are respected. Daniel has worked in Indigenous housing allocation programs in Mossman and Cardwell, he has recently worked on Indigenous cultural language mapping restoration.
- Cairns Web Design
- Social Media & Online Marketing
- Photography
- Student eLearning & Traineeships
- Training Resources
- Documentaries - Film, HD, SD
- Advertising, Marketing & Print
- Indigenous Productions
- Interactive Multimedia
- Graphic Design & Corporate Branding
- Logo Design
- Location Management
- Television Commercials
- Corporate Promotional Videos
- Products
Visual Obsession are Cairns web designers, Google AdWords Certified Partners, Cairns social media agents, specialists in Multimedia Production, offering an extensive range of Traditional and Social Media Services to enable Government, Businesses, and the Community to meet their objectives. We are a family owned business successfully winning many Queensland and Telstra Country Wide Media Awards and are recognised as leaders in multimedia, with a reputation for success spanning over 23 years. Visual Obsession provides a robust infrastructure and remains flexible enough to accommodate the latest social media, hardcopy and electronic developments without sacrifice to the standards built into the culture of our business.
Realtime social media and Google AdWord marketing and advertising is an area which we specialise in to provide analytics, data and reports for our clients to better manage their conversion rates and return on investment. Social Media is the new public relations.
Visual Obsession’s mission is to provide strategic and creative concepts to meet the critical needs of government and business, including Google AdWords, advertising, marketing, educational and corporate training DVD productions, website design and programming, animations, television commercials, documentaries, graphic design and large format printing.
Visual Obsession offer services and solutions with practical experience and understanding of how a mix of traditional and social media with online advertising can benefit businesses and the community to provide economic and social co-existence.
From the development of logo designs through to company branding, we have a commitment to provide full production resources, expertise and real value to achieve customer satisfaction.
Visual Obsession recognises that technology is at the heart of today’s business. Our multimedia studio provides a high quality digital environment enabling the production of original material with exceptional results. With an experienced and creative team, Visual Obsession strive to exceed customer expectations at every level.
We build and maintain organisational excellence by selectively choosing our suppliers and staff and by developing procedures, with a vision to provide the very best for our customers.
Visual Obsession is a member of Family Business Australia.
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| Best Corporate Program in Film and Television |
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| Best Interactive Multimedia Presentation - Corporate Branding |
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| Best Advertising Image /Photograph |
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| Best Website Over $7500 |
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| Best Website Under $7500 |
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| Best Website Over $5000 |
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| Best Website Over $2500 |
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| Best Website Under $2500 |
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| Best Multimedia DVD Presentation – Training and Educational |
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| Best Promotion |
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| Best Logo Design – Retail |
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| Best Environmental Story |
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| Best On Line Editorial |
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| Best Logo Design – Service |
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| Best Logo Design - Tourism |
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| Best International Media Advertisement |
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| Best Editing and Production Technique – Film and Television |
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| Best Collection of Images in a Brochure |
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| Best Use of Flash Animation |
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| Best Special Effects |
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| Best Poster |
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| Best Jingle |
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| Best Banner Ad for Website |
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| Bob Hale Award - Best Advertising Campaign Across All Media |
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| Best Television Feature |
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| Best Poster Advertisement - A4 Flyer or Smaller |
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| Best Logo Design - Not For Profit |
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| Best Logo Design - Corporate |
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| Best Commercial over $7500 |
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| Best TV Advertising Campaign |
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| Best Promotion In Print |
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| Best Photographic Image |
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| Best Media Coverage Relating to Tourism Issues |
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| Best Interactive CD/DVD Presentation |
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| Best Feature in Film and Television |
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| Best Corporate Identity / Stationery Package |
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| Best Concept Logo |
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| Best Commercial under $7500 |
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The shoot was made up of highly complicated dramatic recreation and stylised interviews, all of which were executed by Visual Obsession with professionalism and high production values. We were very impressed with Visual Obsession’s commitment and dedication to all aspects of the production from the initial stages to completion.
Five The shoot was made up of highly complicated dramatic recreation and stylised interviews, all of which were executed by Visual Obsession with professionalism and high production values. We were very impressed with Visual Obsession’s commitment and dedication to all aspects of the production from the initial stages to completion.
The multimedia outputs and services provided by Visual Obsession were very diverse and included widescreen digital acquisition and editing, 3D animation, graphic FX, music, graphic design for slicks, 35mm still photography, large format printing, supply and installation of AV equipment… We were extremely happy with the final product as their work was of very high quality.
Five The multimedia outputs and services provided by Visual Obsession were very diverse and included widescreen digital acquisition and editing, 3D animation, graphic FX, music, graphic design for slicks, 35mm still photography, large format printing, supply and installation of AV equipment… We were extremely happy with the final product as their work was of very high quality.
Visual Obsession continually proved their ability to achieve all tasks to the high standard required........We are extremely happy with the outcomes and ongoing responses directly attributed to the media outputs produced by Visual Obsession.
Thu, 02/26/2009Five Visual Obsession continually proved their ability to achieve all tasks to the high standard required........We are extremely happy with the outcomes and ongoing responses directly attributed to the media outputs produced by Visual Obsession.
Excellent work, I am very happy with the way the job has turned out.
Five Excellent work, I am very happy with the way the job has turned out.