Mathisha Mahawalage

I approach every brief like a puzzle, taking it apart, questioning every assumption, and finding angles others might miss. Ideas are pushed, challenged, and refined until they connect back seamlessly to the client’s goals and the audience’s instincts.

With a foundation in both design and communication, I merge strategy, storytelling, and visual craft to make complex ideas feel simple and natural. Whether it’s branding, UX/UI, motion design, or immersive storytelling, every detail serves a purpose and works toward a clear outcome.

Living and working across Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Melbourne has shaped a culturally attuned way of thinking. I can shift perspectives (business, audience, and cultural) so solutions aren’t just creative, but relevant and resonant.

My process is equal parts precision and openness: a structured framework that still leaves space for the unexpected spark. I draw inspiration from cinema, literature, photography, music, and the immediate world around me, because the best ideas often come from unexpected places.

The end goal is always the same: turn complexity into clarity, make the work feel effortless, and ensure the solution feels inevitable.

“Jumped right to the rescue in the nick of time for the most pressing client tasks that were not even in her care. Always the reliable one, within reason.
A star player, for sure!”

“Mats' ability to distill complex brand attributes into a visually compelling identity was impressive. The brand identity piece she help crafted not only captured the essence of the brand but also conveyed a strong emotional connection. She invested time in comprehensive research and exploring design trends. This attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the brand identity piece was thoughtfully executed, resulting in a cohesive and visually captivating representation of the brand.”

“Mats is a superstar when it comes to design, her work is incredible and she is always taking every task so seriously even if it means no sleep to get things done to perfection! Mad respect for her - her work ethics and attitude is motivating. Happy to be working together on campaigns!”

“Mats is a valuable asset to our team, bringing a combination of a positive attitude, resourcefulness, and remarkable initiative to every project. Her ability to inspire, problem-solve, and lead by example sets her apart as an inspiring art director.”

“Out of chaos, a masterpiece was born. A Mathishangelo!”

“The Depth of thinking consideration that went into the response and idea was immense. I would love us to set the bar at that level everyday!”

Achievements

Semi-finalist
Advertising Capstone Challenge Australia (ACCA) 2019 National Finalist
ACCA Website

Exhibition

Asia Network Beyond Design 2019
exhibited in Kyoto Japan, Seoul Korea and Tianjin

Industry awards won by My team

2021

TMRW - OSIM Level Up Gaming Chair
The Marketing Interactive Awards | The Loyalty & Engagement Awards | Best Engagement Strategy – Specific Audience Finalist

2022

MOI Global
UBS Year ahead
The Marketing Interactive Awards
The Experiential Marketing Agency of the Year category Gold winner
The Marketing Event Awards
01. Best Virtual Event (B2B) category Bronze Winner
02. Best Use of Live Streaming category Bronze Winner

2025

MOI Global
Paris 2024 Olympic Games ~ La Riviere Alibaba Cloud
The Marketing Interactive Awards
Most Effective Use - B2B Marketing - Finalist
Most Effective Use – Events (Physical/Virtual) - Bronze Winner

Akamai Always-On Digital Campaign
Most Effective Use - B2B Marketing - Finalist