Welcome to the Diemen Awards.
Entries for the 12th Annual Diemen Awards are now closed. Get your tickets for our awards night below.
One of Australia’s leading creative industry awards, the Diemen Awards evolved out of the Printing Industries Craftsmanship Awards (PICA) which showcased Tasmania's craft and print culture for over two decades. Since 2014 it’s been our goal to celebrate Tasmania’s talent in commercial creativity, including design, advertising, print and digital communications. The 12th Annual Diemen Awards will be celebrated on 28 March 2026. Tickets are available via the link in the menu.
JUDGES
Simon Crerar is the managing director of Impactable, a sustainable impact advisory firm. He was editor-in-chief of SmartCompany from 2022-24, and before that the founding editor and then GM of BuzzFeed Australia. As a consultant, Simon has worked with clients including the Digital Publishers Alliance, Google News Initiative and Walkley Foundation on various audience, impact, growth and stakeholder strategies. Simon began his career in London at The Times, and has also worked for the SMH and News Corp Australia.
Chas is a Cannes gold winning advertising creative director who has worked for multiple agencies in the UK. Most recently he was UK CD for HSBC, Oxo and Ribena. His commercial for Blackcurrant Tango was voted one of the 100 best of all time, he has written a book on the internet aided by Sir Tim Berners-Lee and a TV show he created inspired the producers of Gogglebox. Chas is currently creative directing at The Whisky Club while also writing and producing the Wholly Buyable podcast, a secular tour through the world’s best-selling book. He has judged at national and international level and never gets tired of great ideas.
Alecia is a rare blend of creativity and pragmatism, generating high-quality and well-considered graphic design across a combination of traditional and new media. A graduate of the University of Tasmania School of Art, Alecia’s 20 years of professional experience spans the roles of senior designer, senior creative, mentor, design teacher and art director. Working independently and with many of Tasmania’s leading creative agencies, Alecia is always looking for ways to embed creative thinking, clear communication and compelling visuals into her designs. Alecia also enjoys exploring the ways ethics, technology and culture constantly shape and guide design practice, with a strong belief in staying curious and creating with legacy.
Bob Baker worked in the printing industry his entire career. Recently retired, Bob is a highly trained print professional with a trained eye for detail. With over 35 years of print experience, he is regarded as one of the finest print production people in Tasmania. A trade qualified printer, Bob’s career has seen him work on major national and international projects for the Australian, Tasmanian and PNG Governments and many large Tasmanian companies. Known throughout the creative industries, Bob’s knowledge of the printing and finishing processes has seen him train many of the current industry print professionals in Tasmania. Working with the industry, Bob has been a leader in a number of trade initiatives around the environment and equal opportunity, working with Hurst chemicals on an environmentally friendly citrus-based solvent and as part of a program to employ indigenous Tasmanians into the print industry. The Diemen Awards are glad we could break Bob out of retirement — even if it’s just for a day of judging.
Alyssa Bermudez (she/her) is an artistic director, author, and illustrator based in Hobart. At Keshet Design, she helps create bold, colourful textile designs and leads marketing campaigns that celebrate vibrant style and self-expression. With a passion for storytelling and creativity, Alyssa’s career spans diverse fields, including animation, magazine illustration, and teaching art to students of all ages. She has illustrated over a dozen children’s books and toured in a live illustrated theatre performance in China. Alyssa has also created lifescape illustrations for hospital patients, through Inscape Tasmania. In 2021, she released Big Apple Diaries, a heartfelt graphic novel memoir about growing up in New York City before and after 9/11. Her forthcoming graphic novel, Run Home, will be released in early 2026. Alyssa’s creative practice also includes live sketching at weddings and events, where she captures the energy of special moments with ink and watercolour. She is passionate about creating art that celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and the power of storytelling.
Dr Jose Garcia Cesar is an international graphic designer, illustrator, and visual artist with over two decades of experience in the creative industry. Originally from Spain, he has collaborated with world-renowned advertising agencies —among them McCann, BBDO, and Leo Burnett—leading campaigns for clients such as Asahi, L’Oréal, Energizer International, Discovery Channel China, and Carlsberg. Now based in Hobart, José works as an independent creative, taking on commissions from both local and international clients. In addition to his practice, he has spent the past eight years teaching Design, Art, and Media at the University of Tasmania, sharing his passion for innovation and storytelling with the next generation of creatives. His diverse background, spanning roles from director to motion designer, showcases his dedication to art and design across various stages.
Jay has cut his teeth in the printing industry as an apprentice in Graphic Pre-Press with Mercury Walch. Made the leap to agency life in 2007, and since has worked on local, national and international clients across a wide range of industries and channels.
Jay has been involved with the AGDA Tasmania committee including Vice President in 2013, and also a student and tutor of the national AWARD school. He is excited to see the very best in what Tasmania has to offer in the industry and its emerging young talent.
Nat Jeanneret is a creative communications and marketing problem-solving specialist with well over two decades of experience bringing ideas to life and helping businesses and organisations communicate effectively across Australia. Nat is a passionate advocate for the role of creativity and joy in a life well-lived, and enjoys a mixed practice of design, advertising, strategic and senior marketing leadership work.
Nat cheerily describes himself as a creative polymath. If it’s a tool to communicate, or an interesting idea, then Nat is interested in it, and how to make it work better. Nat has a specialist interest in design education and advocacy and has served twice on the National Board for the Australian Graphic Design Association, and has invested many years in organising and supporting professional development events for our industry.
Elliott is senior creative copywriter and left-of-field thinker. After training at art school, he fell into the world of advertising and spent several years working at Wunderman Thompson, Leo Burnett and McCann in London. After a dreamy few years at Mona, he now freelances in Melbourne.
Mollie Hill is a proud Tasmanian who started in the industry as a strategy director in agencies such as BMF, The Monkeys, and Wieden + Kennedy, working on brands including Nike, Google, and Diageo and on teams that have won Cannes Lions, Jay Chiats, and Effies. She has lived and worked in Sydney, Singapore and Sao Paulo - and is passionate about the power of creativity.
Danika Porter is a strategic brand and communications leader with more than 20 years’ experience. She has led award-winning brand, marketing and PR strategies for some of Australia’s most recognised tourism and media brands. Danika brings a discerning lens and a strong appreciation for work that demonstrates both creative excellence and strategic intent.
Caleb notched over a decade of working for design and digital studios in Melbourne before settling in Hobart to better balance the screens with wondrous scenes of nature and community. He runs a web studio named after Tasmania’s second computer, and encourages new and established digital professionals to celebrate the local industry through the Yeah Nice meetup.
Rik is the founder of Tasmanian digital agency Kings Digital. With over 15 years’ experience leading digital projects, he’s known for his strong technical background and practical, strategy-led approach to helping businesses across Australia improve how digital performs. Rik’s focus is always on practical thinking, strong fundamentals and efficient execution.
Our sponsors
