Heli Puhakka is the department coordinator for animation and design at SAE Brisbane.

Heli Puhakka is an artist, graphic designer, singer/songwriter/musician based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Heli holds a BA in Design and Communication, Master of Training (Education) and MA (Research) specialising in VR. Heli’s creative background involves graphic design, music, fine art and creative writing. Heli has experience working as a senior graphic designer and creative director in design studios, advertising agencies, publishing companies and her own freelance graphic design business (specialising in corporate identity and branding).

Heli also has a background in playing music in alternate and indie bands, both solo and band (guitar, vocals plus songwriting). Her latest music project is singer/guitarist in the Brisbane garage punk band The Glycereens.