Filter Studio | Brand Strategy & Communication Design | Brisbane

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ABOUT

Established in 2007, Filter is an award-winning branding and communication design studio based in Brisbane, Australia. We help businesses navigate the startup phase, business changes or general transition with strategic thinking, creative clarity and practical, well-managed delivery.

Led by Claire Hamilton, Filter works closely with clients to solve business and brand challenges, strengthen market positioning and create more meaningful audience connections. We’re known for being friendly, straightforward and respectful, making the process feel clear, collaborative and low-stress from start to finish.

With over 25 years of experience, Claire has built a trusted network of talented creatives and technical specialists across a wide range of disciplines. That means Filter can bring together the right people for each project, ensuring our clients always have access to the best expertise for the job.

Industry Awards

Multiple Brisbane Advertising and Design Awards

Multiple Printing Industry Craftsmanship Awards (Various Medals & The Progressive Trophy)

Griffith University, Highest Grade in the course in Marketing, for Certificate of Business Administration

Media Super Young Executive of the Year – Queensland State Finalist

ABOUT

HOW WE WORK

Our branding and creative process is collaborative, strategic and tailored to each client’s goals.
The 'Filtering' process is grounded in deep understanding, strategic clarity and creative thinking.

We take the time to understand each challenge from a human perspective, then apply strategic, design-led thinking to develop practical and innovative solutions.

Discover, Question & Understand

We get to know you, identify the real challenge, clarify your goals and build a shared understanding of the brief.

Ideate & Conceptualise

We generate ideas, develop concepts and systems that respond to the brief, broader market opportunities, and your business objectives in mind.

Research & Benchmark

We explore the context of your market, gather insights and benchmark opportunities to shape a stronger strategic direction.

Design & Implement

We bring the solution to life through thoughtful design, collaboration with partners and support its rollout with careful implementation.

BRANDS WE'VE WORKED WITH

CONNECT

For more information, please write to us using the form below.

CONNECT

Anna Burgdorf

Head of Product & Independent Non-Executive Director (GAICD)

“I loved working with Claire on Flight Centre Travel Group brand projects – the bigger the better really. She has been a great addition to the Luxury Travel Collection team as we can brief projects holistically and ask Claire to come back to us with a full brand concept, knowing that she will take the time to consider our existing suite of creative assets and work on how to supplement them in the right way with any new branding requirements. As you would expect from a true professional, Claire understands tight deadlines and her ability to deliver is always so appreciated in a small, fast moving team. She always works as a seamless extension to our own team and is delightful, clever and strategic in her approach. I thoroughly recommend her!

Stephanie Bleakley

Luxury Travel Collection,
Head of Marketing

"I’ve had the absolute pleasure of collaborating with Claire Hamilton over the past few years on creative projects for the Luxury Travel Collection, and I can honestly say she is one of the most talented and inspiring creative partners I’ve ever worked with. Claire brings a rare combination of artistry, strategic thinking, and flawless execution to every project - and isn't afraid to challenge me to ensure we stay on brand. Her eye for design is exceptional, always elevated, elegant, and perfectly aligned with our brand vision. Beyond her technical skill, she has an extraordinary ability to translate complex ideas into visuals that tell a powerful story and evoke an emotional connection - which is fundamental to our travel philosophy. Working with Claire is a joy to work with and truly respects our brand journey and legacy. She is collaborative, innovative, and endlessly dedicated to producing work that is not only beautiful, but also impactful. Together, we’ve brought to life campaigns and creative assets that have truly elevated our brand, and I’m so grateful for her constant partnership. I couldn't wish for a more trusted creative to entrust our brand."

Mickael Blanc

Elevrae,
Founder and CEO

"Claire brings a rare combination of creative excellence and strategic thinking, consistently approaching design through a business lens. She understands how design decisions impact broader organisational goals and customer outcomes, and she actively shapes work to deliver real commercial value. Claire is also a natural leader. She elevates those around her, provides clear direction, and isn’t afraid to challenge thinking to achieve stronger results. Whether she’s guiding a project, collaborating cross-functionally, or influencing stakeholders, she brings clarity, purpose, and a strong sense of ownership.
In a landscape where design alone can become commoditised, Claire stands out as a strategy-led professional who drives meaningful impact. Any team would benefit from her ability to connect design, business objectives, and leadership into a cohesive, high-performing approach."

Claudia Lui

Travel Associates,
Head of Design

"I've had the privilege of working closely with Claire on various brand and marketing initiatives over the years, including design assets for multi-partner campaigns, publications, and brand development across print and digital. She is a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator and one of the most talented and meticulous designers I know. Her attention to detail, technical expertise, and creative abilities are exceptional, and I trust her completely to manage a creative brief from start to finish. Claire is down-to-earth, honest, and a pleasure to work with, always collaborating with her clients to deliver the best possible results. I highly recommend her for any design or branding project no matter how big or small."

Lisa Wright

Luxury Travel Collection,
Head of Events

“A creative genius! Not only is Claire intuitive and adaptable, she is an absolute pleasure to work with. Her creativity and knowledge has helped to elevate our brand and events associated with it – highly recommend. ”

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